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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances : New Study

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances : New Study Researchers recently discovered nearly 20 species of bacteria capable of breaking down Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS, also known as the Forever Chemicals, are a large chemical family of over 4,700 highly persistent, toxic, man-made, hazardous chemicals. They have been used in consumer products around the world […]

Registrar General of India (under the Ministry of Home Affairs) has directed all States to ensure birth certificates

Registrar General of India (under the Ministry of Home Affairs) has directed all States to ensure birth certificates: The Registrar General of India (under the Ministry of Home Affairs) has directed all States to ensure birth certificates are issued within 7 days of registration, preferably before discharging newborns from hospitals, especially in government facilities, which […]

IRDAI Fines Edelweiss Life ₹1 Crore for Corporate Governance Violations

IRDAI Fines Edelweiss Life ₹1 Crore for Corporate Governance Violations: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has imposed a penalty of ₹1 crore on Edelweiss Life Insurance Company. The fine was levied following the company’s failure to adhere to corporate governance guidelines, particularly those related to outsourcing norms and policyholder KYC compliance.The […]

Amitabh Kant Joins Fairfax as Senior Adviser After G20 Sherpa Role

Amitabh Kant Joins Fairfax as Senior Adviser After G20 Sherpa Role: Canada-based investment firm Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd has appointed Amitabh Kant, India’s former G20 Sherpa and ex-CEO of NITI Aayog, as a Senior Adviser. With deep experience in economic policy and transformative development initiatives, Kant’s new role is expected to strategically support Fairfax’s long-term […]