ISI Mark mandatory for Protective Helmets

ISI Mark Mandated for Protective Helmets

On October 23, DPIIT issued a significant Quality Control Order (QCO) mandating ISI Mark on Helmets for the Police Force, Civil Defence, and Personal Protection. It’s an applaudable step taken to ensure the future of those who protect and serve our country.   The order will come into effect from

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BEE Extends Star Rating Table Validity for Pump Sets

BEE Extends Star Rating Table Validity for Pump Sets

In a recent update, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has announced an extension of the validity for the existing star rating table for pump sets, till 31st December 2025. Therefore, the updated validity period span is from 1 February 2020 to 31 December 2025.  This extension pertains to Diesel

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DGFT announces new Import rules

India Introduces New Rules for Import of IT Hardware 

On October 19, The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) rolled back its proposal to impose licensing requirements on the import of IT hardware products like laptops, notebooks, and servers.  Instead of getting a license from DGFT to import hardware into India, the government is now looking to control inbound

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PMW Annual Filling Deadline approaching

PWM Annual Filling Deadline Approaching

CPCB is in the process of notifying EPR holders through individual emails, urging you to complete your PWM annual filling by or before October 31, 2023. We highly recommend that you act promptly to ensure compliance (ignore if you have already done so). Here are essential points to be aware

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DGFT- New rules for Import

DGFT Introduces New Import Rules for IT Hardware

On October 19, 2023, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) introduced significant changes to import rules for IT Hardware and electronic items categorized under HSN 8471.    1. The new license regime applies to laptops, computers, tablets, and servers. 2. Importers can apply for authorizations without quantity, value, or country

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ISI Mark for steel products

ISI Mark made mandatory for Miscellaneous Steel Products  

On 25 September 2023, the DPIIT issued a Quality Control Order (QCO) for Miscellaneous Steel Products which will come into effect from March 2024 and makes ISI Mark mandatory for below listed products:  Steel Pipe Flanges: 15155:2020 Steel Cylinders for Pipes with Mortar Lining and Coating: 16651:2017 Stainless Steel Tubes

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ISI Mark for medical textile - QCO

ISI Mark Made Mandatory for Medical Textile in India 

To promote the health and safety of healthcare workers and patients, The Ministry of Textiles ordered on September 27, 2023, that the following medical textile products should carry the ISI Mark and conform to the corresponding Indian Standard. Sanitary Napkins: IS 5405:2019  Baby Diaper: IS 17509:2021  Reusable Sanitary Pad, Sanitary

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Second revision of Indian Standards

IS/ IEC 62368-1 Second Revision Open for Public Comments

The Indian Standard IS/IEC 62368-1, which is currently in its second revision, is open for public comments as of October 16, 2023. This standard has been developed by the Technical Committee LITD 07 of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Originally published in 2018, it was initially identical to the

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Legal Metrology Amendment for Packed Commodities

Legal Metrology Amendment Rule for Packaged Commodities 2023

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has announced the Legal Metrology Amendment Rules for Packaged Commodities, 2023, which amends the 2011 Rules. These rules will come into effect on 1 January 2024. 1. These rules introduce crucial changes, including the addition of definitions for “combination package,” “group

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Chillers - Mandatory Star Label

Chillers to be covered under Mandatory Scheme

The BEE department has introduced significant changes in the Chillers product category which are outlined below: 1. Starting from 1st January 2024, Water-cooled and Air-cooled chillers are included in the mandatory certification regime. This means that BEE S&L certification and the star label are compulsory before launching these products in

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