Extension for class C and D medical devices

CDSCO Grants Extension for Class C & D Medical Device

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has granted an extension of six months for Class C & D medical devices which were mandated under the licensing regime effective from 1 October 2023. This means importers and manufacturers of Class C & D medical devices can continue their activities for

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International E-waste Day

Plantation Drive on International E-waste Day by Vincular

On the occasion of International E-waste Day, VINCULAR organised a remarkable plantation drive in the serene forest area of Golapar, Haldwani, Uttarakhand. The event was graced by Dr Jogendra Pal Singh Rautela, the esteemed Mayor of Haldwani-Kathgodam City, and Gopal Singh Karki Former Deputy Director of the Uttarakhand Forest Department. It

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Dead Extended for PDU and labelling fees

Deadline Extended for PDU And Labelling Fee Submissions

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has granted an extension for submitting Production Data Updates (PDU) and labelling fees for the fiscal year 2022–23 until October 31, 2023. Applicants who may have missed the initial submission deadline are urged to promptly remit both the PDU and labelling fees within this

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ISI Mark for Water Coolers in India - QCO

Self-Contained Drinking Water Cooler to be ISI Certified

From March 25, 2024, all self-contained drinking water coolers in India must be ISI Certified under the Indian Standard IS 1475 (Part 1):2001. This is a health-saving step by the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). Nothing in this Order shall apply to goods or articles manufactured

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Implementation of SETT Level III for printing 2D barcodes

Implementation of SETT Level III for printing 2D barcodes

On August 10, 2023, the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) issued an important notice about the SETT Level III implementation for printing 2D barcodes on explosives at the unit level (excluding detonators). Here’s what you need to know: ✅ In reference to the circular dated June 15, 2023, it

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ISI Mark for insulated flasks, bottles and containers for domestic use

ISI Mark made Mandatory for Insulated Flasks, Bottles, and Containers

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) issued a Quality Control Order (QCO) on July 14, 2023, and made ISI Mark mandatory for insulated flasks, bottles, and containers for domestic use to boost consumer safety and product quality. Giving manufacturers six months to comply from the date

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CPCB's EPR Certificate on Precious & Essential Metals

CPCB’s EPR Certificate Focus on Precious & Essential Metals

In a significant continuation, CPCB has taken another monumental step by introducing a comprehensive framework for the generation of EPR certificates, specifically targeting key metals extracted from E-waste. CPCB has classified the metals into the following groups- 1. Precious Metal: Gold (Au) 2. Non-Ferrous: Copper and Aluminium 3. Ferrous: Iron

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NO QR Code - BEE

BEE Announces to Continue Production of Refrigerators Without QR Code

On September 12, 2023, BEE (Bureau of Energy Efficiency) made an announcement regarding refrigerators (both Frost Free and Direct Cool) registered under their Standards and Labelling program. In this announcement, BEE has temporarily suspended the requirement for manufacturers and permittees to use QR codes on their appliances until further notice.

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E-Waste Day 2023 Highlights the Issue of Invisible E-Waste

International E-Waste Day is an event celebrated on the 14th of October every year. It was first introduced by the Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Forum in 2018 to promote the importance of recycling e-waste among consumers. This year’s E-Waste Day has been dedicated to emphasising the concept

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