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The revamped Graded Response Action Plan -- a set of anti-air pollution measures followed in Delhi and its vicinity according to the severity of the situation -- will come into force from October 1; 15 days before the usual date, according to the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). The revised plan, which is part of a new policy formulated by the CAQM to abate air pollution in Delhi-NCR, focuses on proactive implementation of curbs based on forecasts and restrictions can be imposed up to three days in advance. Earlier, the authorities would implement the measures only after the PM2.5 and PM10 concentration touched a particular threshold.   The new plan also entails a ban on BS IV four-wheeler diesel vehicles, barring those engaged in essential services, in Delhi and the bordering districts of NCR if the air quality index (AQI) breaches the 450 mark. The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), notified by the Ministry of Environment and Forests in 2017, would come into force … [Read more...] about Revamped plan to check air pollution in Delhi-NCR to come into force from October 1

On the lines of National Institute for Transformation of India (NlTl Aayog), the Karnataka government on Saturday restructured the Karnataka State Policy and Planning Commission (KSPPC) as the State Institute for Transformation of Karnataka (SITK). This is aimed at increasing the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) and removing regional imbalances in development indicators. ₹150 crore would be allocated annually to SITK for its effective functioning, an order issued by the government said. The Chief Minister would be the chairman of SITK. The deputy chairman of SITK would be nominated by the State government. Additional Chief Secretary of the Planning Department would be the Chief Executive Officer. Development goals The other objectives of SITK are attaining sustainable development goals (SDGs) by 2030 and [email protected] goals and realising the vision of Nava Karnataka and thereby contributing to the New India as envisaged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said the policy … [Read more...] about Planning Commission is now State Institute for Transformation of Karnataka

Kansas Republicans have been eager to flip the governorship in this midterm election and the political backdrop of the red state had offered them hope that they'd be successful, but a wrench was thrown into the GOP's plans after a surprising abortion vote signaled that it may be harder than the party anticipated. With the GOP poised to take back the House and Senate , Republicans felt that Attorney General Derek Schmidt, who won the GOP nomination, would present a real challenge to Democratic Governor Laura Kelly in her bid for re-election. However, on Tuesday, Kansas voters blocked a Republican-led effort to further restrict or ban access to abortion, upholding a court ruling that determined the right to an abortion was granted by the state constitution. The ballot measure—which marked the first time voters would weigh in on the issue since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade — was opposed with a nearly 20-point margin. While the governor's race in Kansas remains … [Read more...] about Kansas abortion vote threatens GOP plan to flip governorship

Senate Democrats have finally found an opportunity to address climate change and health care through the sweeping tax reform bill they are trying to get onto President Joe Biden 's desk—but their Republican counterparts have a plan to derail the bill's passage. Republican senators are preparing to introduce a number of amendments and objections once the Senate parliamentarian finishes reviewing the Inflation Reduction Act, and are hoping those last-minute changes will slowly turn Democrats, one by one, against the final package. "We're going to try and walk through the amendment process. Get as many votes on amendments that make it more difficult for Democrats to be for it in the end," Senate Minority Whip John Thune told The Hill on Tuesday. Democrats are attempting to go around the GOP filibuster by using the budget reconciliation process, but it will require everyone in the party to fall in line. And Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema , one of the Democratic Party 's … [Read more...] about Republicans plan to turn Democrats against Inflation Act

Minister for Housing V. Somanna, who is also the Minister in charge of Chamarajanagar district, on Tuesday proposed to invite Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai to participate in the Silver Jubilee of the district’s creation. Chamarajanagar district, which was carved out of the undivided Mysuru district on August 15, 1997, completes 25 years during the coming Independence Day and the district administration is planning to celebrate the Silver Jubilee of the district either on August 25 or 26 in a grand manner. Speaking to reporters at Nagamale Bhavan in Malai Mahadeshwara Hills, Mr. Somanna said the district administration officials will be directed to hold preliminary meetings to chalk out the programmes to mark the district’s silver jubilee. In order to make the event meaningful and memorable, a variety of programmes should be organised, he said. Recently, Mr. Somanna said the silver jubilee of the district’s creation will be celebrated alongwith Independence Day, but on Thursday … [Read more...] about Plans to invite CM for Chamarajanagar’s silver jubilee

They have only just packed up and left the Love Island villa – but this year’s besotted couples are already moving in together. Winners Ekin-Su Culculoglu, 27, and Davide Sanclimenti , 27, will head to Italy shortly to meet his family. All eyes are on the popular couple, who claimed 64% of the public vote during a final watched by 3.4million people and are tipped for a spin-off. Meanwhile, estate agent Andrew Le Page , 27, is eyeing up properties to move into with model Tasha Ghouri , 23. The loved-up pair plan to decorate their new place with neon signs pinched from the villa – and are said to be set on an Italian wedding. Luca Bish , 23, will relocate to Chester to be near his partner Gemma Owen , 19, who is close to her family including her dad, former England footballer Michael. Luca has a surprise arranged for Gemma ( Image: Matt Frost/ITV/REX/Shutterstock) Tasha Ghouri and Andrew Le Page are also looking for a house ( Image: Matt … [Read more...] about Love Island couples already moving in together as finalists make plans for future

The Uttarakhand government is reportedly planning a tourist circuit which will cover places visited and activities done by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Jim Corbett National Park during a special episode of the survival reality show ‘Man vs Wild’ with Bear Grylls. Senior officials said they have started identifying the places and figuring out arrangements for tourists to visit and stay at the places visited by PM Modi during the shooting of the show shot inside Jim Corbett National Park in 2019, an Indian Express report said. Uttarakhand Minister of Tourism Satpal Maharaj said the idea for a ‘Modi Circuit’ popped when he heard about the Game of Thrones tour during a visit to Croatia, as part of which tourists are taken to the locations where the famous TV series was shot. “We have already created several circuits, for Maa Bhagwati, Shiva, Vishnu, Nav-grah, Golju Maharaj, Nagdevta, Hanuman, and Vivekanand. There is another major idea we are working on. PM Modi went to Jim … [Read more...] about Uttarakhand Govt Plans ‘Modi Circuit’ For Tourists to Visit PM’s ‘Man vs Wild’ Trail in Jim Corbett

After months of debate , Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a budget deal for gas tax relief amid soaring prices at the pump. “California’s budget addresses the state’s most pressing needs, and prioritizes getting dollars back into the pockets of millions of Californians who are grappling with global inflation and rising prices of everything from gas to groceries,” Newsom, Senate President Pro Tem Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood) said in a joint statement. The basics The plan calls for $9.5 billion in tax refunds to Californians, providing as much as $1,050 to families this fall. California Column: It’s time to stop spinning our wheels on gas price relief and head in a different direction Rather than trying to ease pain at the gas pump, the governor and lawmakers should focus on infrastructure projects, columnist George Skelton writes. Sliding income scale The plan would provide refunds on a sliding … [Read more...] about How much do I get from California’s $9.5-billion gas tax relief plan? When will I get it?

August 04, 2022 08:20 New Zealand released its first national plan Wednesday for dealing with the impact of global warming. The government in Wellington has warned that some communities could be abandoned as climate change triggers more intense storms and flooding. New Zealand's Climate Change minister, James Shaw, said severe weather events that had previously seemed unthinkable were "now happening at a pace and intensity we have never experienced before." He announced Wednesday the first long-term strategy to help New Zealand become more resilient and adaptable to a shifting climate. One possibility is that some homes near the coast could eventually be abandoned because of rising sea-levels. A guiding principle of the 200-page report was to prepare for adverse events before they occur, rather than after. Lifting properties above flood-prone land or boosting flood defenses are among dozens of potential options. Property developments in high-risk areas would not be … [Read more...] about New Zealand Unveils 1st National Plan to Adapt to Climate Change

As many as 53 per cent of the employers prefer a hybrid workplace plan for their employees, with working from home and office in varying degrees, revealed a survey by Awfis. Time and cost savings, increased employee convenience and overall well-being of employees are key priorities for occupiers, as they look to enable distributed workspace strategy, the report said. About 74 per cent of the occupiers are looking towards distributed workspaces as a strategy to shift from location-centric to people-centric workspaces. The report says that that telecom and consulting sectors see the 75 to 100 per cent of return to office. Meanwhile, sectors with the lowest (0-25 per cent) of return are IT and new technology workspace. The report further added that about 74 per cent of the occupiers are likely to adopt distributed workspace while about 53 per cent of occupiers prefer working from home and office as their preferred workplace portfolio strategy. Further the report also claims that about … [Read more...] about 53% of Employers Prefer Hybrid Workplace Plan for Their Employees: Survey