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Maharashtra notifies 20th November 2024 as a public holiday.

Maharashtra notifies 20th November 2024 as a public holiday under Representation of People’s Act for Vidhan Sabha Elections.

An Aadhar card while can be used to establish identity is not per se proof of date of birth.

An Aadhar card while can be used to establish identity is not per se proof of date of birth.

Copy of judgement attached.

Open International Bidding – State Trading Corporation

The State Trading Corporation (STC) of Mauritius is inviting bids from eligible bidders for the Supply of Long Grain White Rice for the period covering 01 February 2025 to 30 April 2025.

The Interested Bidders should register by signing up on the e-Procurement System of the Government of Mauritius on https://eproc.publicprocurement.govmu.org in order to participate in the bidding exercise and download the bidding documents, Reference Number STC/IFB/2024/175.

A copy of the Procurement Notice is herewith attached. The deadline for online submission of the Bids on the e-Procurement System is 05 November 2024 up to 14:00 hours (Mauritian Time) at latest.

The Consulate would appreciate if the Procurement Notice could be circulated to the prospective bidders.

D. K. Bucktowar
Officer-in-Charge
Consulate of the Republic of Mauritius
1105, Regent Chambers

11th Floor, Jamnalal Bajaj Marg

208, Nariman Point

Mumbai – 400 021

Tel. : 022 22825421 /22

Fax No. 022 22845468

Industrial Court has no jurisdiction to decide Complaint of unfair labour practices filed under the MRTU & PULP Act)when existence of employer relationship is under dispute. Bom HC

Industrial Court has no jurisdiction to decide Complaint of unfair labour practices filed under the MRTU & PULP Act)when existence of employer relationship is under dispute

Bombay HC

Once a workman claims continuous employment, the burden of proof shifts to the employer to disprove the claim with documentary evidence.MP HC

Once a workman claims continuous employment, the burden of proof shifts to the employer to disprove the claim with documentary evidence.

Copy of judgement attached

Non Compete clause in Master Supply Agreement not be valid post-termination of the agreement – Bombay High Court

Though a non-compete clause can operate validly during the term of the agreement, but it would not be valid post-termination of the agreement as it would result in restraint of trade prohibited by Section 27 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872.

Copy of judgement attached

Women Entrepreneur Awards – 2024

I wish to inform you that the Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC), the premier National Chamber for Women is pleased to announce the launch of its flagship property, “The Women Entrepreneurs Awards 2024“ to recognize and reward the outstanding women entrepreneurs.

The Award consist of a special category for the entrepreneurs from the SAARC region which gives opportunity for Women Entrepreneurs of these countries to be a part of this prestigious programme.

The eligibility criteria are as follows;

· 51% Ownership by a SAARC Region Woman

· 100% Women Owned Business with one third(1/3) or more held by a SAARC Region Woman

· One third (1/3) or more ownership by a SAARC Region Woman with significant management involvement – Chairperson/Director/CEO/MD

· Conforming to the above any-national with duly registered well establishes business operating over 5 years is eligible

WCIC will bear the following costs for the overall SAARC Winner to attend the Awards Ceremony to be held in Colombo in January 2024.

· One economy class airfare

· 2 nights stay/ double room on BB basis at a Five Star Hotel

· Airport pick up and drop off

· 2 Tickets to the event

Attached herewith an entry kit with the application form for the above awards.

Appreciate, if you could kindly make necessary arrangements to disseminate the above information among the members of your esteemed Institution and submit the applications of any interested members through your chamber prior to the closing date of 31st October 2024.

Please contact below for further information;

1. Ms. Shirani Ariyaratne, Actg. Consul General – +91 9819715576 (WhatsApp), email id – slcg.mumbai@mfa.gov.lk

2. Ms. Chitranjali Dissanayake, CEO, WCIC – +94 718071163, email id – wcicsrilanka@gmail.com/ wcicsl1@sltnet.lk.

Your cooperation in this regard is highly appreciated.

Thank you.

With warm regards,

Shirani Ariyarathne

Actg. Consul General

Minister (Commercial)

Consulate General of Sri Lanka

34, Homi Mody Street, Fort

Mumbai 400001

Tel: (+ 91 22 )22045861/22048303

Fax: (+ 91 22) 22876132

E -mail: slcg.mumbai@mfa.gov.lk

2nd International Symposium on Drug Related Studies – 2024

I wish to inform you that “2nd International Symposium on Drug Related Studies – 2024”, will be held in December 2024 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The event is organized by the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board in Sri Lanka in partnership with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

The Symposium aims to bring together experts and stakeholders to discuss evidence-based research, innovative strategies, and best practices in drug prevention and control. The theme for this year’s symposium is “Balanced and Coordinated Strategy for Building a Drug-Free Community: with Active Citizen Engagement”, which emphasizes the need for comprehensive dialogue around issues related to drug supply control and demand reduction.

Attached herewith an e-flyer of the above symposium.

It would be appreciated, if you could kindly make necessary arrangements to disseminate the above information among your membership.

Thank you

With warm regards,

Shirani Ariyarathne

Actg. Consul General

Minister (Commercial)

Consulate General of Sri Lanka

34, Homi Mody Street, Fort

Mumbai 400001

Tel: (+ 91 22 )22045861/22048303

Fax: (+ 91 22) 22876132

E -mail: slcg.mumbai@mfa.gov.lk