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Argaam
8 hours ago
- Business
- Argaam
Commerce Ministry seeks public input on implementing regulations of Precious Metals Law
The Ministry of Commerce seeks public feedback on a draft of the implementing regulations for the Precious Metals and Gemstones Law through Istitlaa platform until Sept. 4. In a statement issued today, the ministry stated that the draft aims to align with recent amendments to the law by setting out regulatory provisions governing the trade and manufacturing of precious metals and gemstones, their products, as well as coated, plated, or inlaid items, in line with best practices. Under the regulations, no one may engage in the manufacturing of precious metals and gemstones without first obtaining an industrial license from the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, in accordance with the Unified Industrial Regulatory Law of GCC and its executive regulations, along with any subsequent amendments. This is subject to the conditions and procedures set by the ministry. In addition, the regulations do not allow engaging in the sale of precious metals and gemstones, changing business locations, or ceasing operations without notifying the Ministry of Commerce. However, it allows sales through e-stores and self-service machines. For businesses engaged in repair, cleaning, welding, plating, or polishing of precious metal works, the activity must be included in the entity's commercial registration. The draft bans the sale, display, or possession for sale of any item unless it meets specific requirements, chiefly being stamped with the Kingdom's official hallmark or a registered trademark. Foreign hallmarks indicating the carat of imported precious metal items will be accepted provided they match one of the official standards. Antique items over 100 years old are exempt.
CNA
29-06-2025
- Business
- CNA
SAFRA Bayshore to provide more affordable services, set to open in 2030
Safra Bayshore, Singapore's largest NSmen clubhouse, will open in 2030, replacing Safra Tampines. It aims to offer more affordable services and incorporate public feedback.
New Indian Express
15-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Super cop of Kanniyakumari
KANNIYAKUMARI: Five months ago, when a 2020-batch IPS officer took charge as the Superintendent of Police in Kanniyakumari district, none of the residents expected anything beyond the ordinary. Unlike Kollywood, where sturdy police officers enthral the masses with action-packed entrances, the SP office in Nagercoil remained calm on January 3 this year, welcoming its new captain, in line with all the usual protocols. Fast forward to June, SP R Stalin is now a household name among the residents. A native of Arpakkam village in Kancheepuram, this 31-year-old officer, who regularly meets police personnel to address their grievances, has so far devised at least five initiatives — Public Feedback Centre, Village Monitoring Scheme, Nimir (The Rising Team), Manam Thiranthu (Mind Opens), and Vettri Pathai (Path to Success) — for the general public as well as police personnel. Spotting the rise in crimes against children and women in the district, the SP, who had earlier served as the deputy commissioner in Coimbatore (North), began prioritising the safety of women and children. This led to the birth of 'Nimir', an intensive Pocso (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act awareness team comprising trained women police personnel. The team visits villages and interior areas to spread awareness among women and children, and helps them access victims' compensation and other benefits. The team, so far, has prevented three child marriages within the span of a few months. 'My father Ramakrishnan, a farmer, was the one who motivated me to become an IPS officer and serve the society. He used to frequently visit book fairs and purchase books for me,' recollects Stalin. In a bid to ensure public grievances are addressed appropriately, the SP, who never fails to receive petitions at his office, created a public feedback centre in the District Police Petition unit manned by police personnel. The centre dials each and every petitioner and asks for feedback regarding their petitions or inquires. If a petitioner is not satisfied, then the petition will be assigned to a different inquiry officer. 'The SP has received over 4,500 petitions directly within five months,' said a police officer.
