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India is one of the largest consumer markets, where millions of products are sold daily. But are these products safe to use? That’s where BIS-CRS market surveillance, which is a part of the Product Safety Regulatory process, comes as a saviour, as ensuring compliance and safety on such a massive scale

The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act is India’s dedicated law to protect the personal data of its citizens in an increasingly digital world. With more and more of our lives moving online—shopping, social media, banking, and more our personal information is constantly being collected, stored, and used by organizations

As technology continues to evolve, ensuring the safety and reliability of surveillance systems has never been more important. The STQC Certification for CCTV cameras, introduced by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) was a crucial step in ensuring that CCTV systems meet the security requirements for protecting public

CCTV camera compliance has been mandatory under the “Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirement of Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021. Additionally, adherence to the security requirements outlined in ER 01:2024 has been mandatory since April 9, 2025. After this date, no IP CCTV camera will be acceptable without compliance with the ER

There’s a popular saying about safety: “You may forget about safety, but you can’t ignore the consequences.” This is especially true in today’s world, where technological advancements bring both convenience and new risks.  Take, for example, wearable gadgets like wired earphones or wireless earbuds, which now sit comfortably inside our

Vincular is hosting a webinar on the latest used oil management regulation onTuesday, August 13 at 11:AM IST. This will be a 60-minute session where our experts will give you a comprehensive understanding of this new rule. We have limited seats so register now from the link. Properly managing used

At Vincular, we specialize in regulatory compliance, including WPC approval for devices like 6LoWPAN. This approval is crucial for devices using wireless communication to operate smoothly within India’s regulatory framework. By obtaining WPC approval for your 6LoWPAN devices through Vincular, you ensure meeting all compliance requirements, allowing you to enter the

Plastic waste management has become a pressing issue globally, and India is no exception. With its adverse effects on the environment and human health, effective management of plastic waste has become essential to save our planet.  In response to this challenge, countries worldwide are implementing regulations to control the production,

“Pause Before you Toss” or “Think Before Trash” aren’t just phrases, they are calls to action for mindful waste disposal as we live in a fast-paced modern life, where our daily actions have contributed to the world’s biggest problem – waste.  Every year, the world makes a whopping 2.12 billion

Recently, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced amendments to the compulsory registration order (CRO) for closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras manufactured, imported or sold in India.   You have often seen signs saying “You are under CCTV surveillance” wherever you go. These CCTV cameras work like eyes that

NavIC, short for Navigation with Indian Constellation, is also known as IRNSS Indian Regional Navigational Satellite System is India’s very own satellite navigation system developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).    NavIC consists of seven satellites (IRNSS-1B, IRNSS-1C, IRNSS-1D, IRNSS-1E, IRNSS- 1F, IRNSS-1G, IRNSS-1I) orbiting Earth to provide accurate

Welcome to the world of 5G NR, the cutting-edge technology that’s revolutionizing how we connect wirelessly.    Imagine a world where everything around you is seamlessly connected at lightning-wavefast speeds with minimal delay. That’s the promise of 5G NR.   But first, let’s understand the basics. 5G NR stands for 5G New

Communication Security (ComSEC) Scheme – a revolutionary approach poised to redefine the landscape of secure communication.   In today’s digital age, where information travels at the speed of light, ensuring the security of communication infrastructure has become paramount.    With cyber threats evolving constantly, traditional encryption methods are often challenged, requiring innovative

India is a nation with a huge potential for the toy industry as there are over 1.4 billion people in India, of whom 27% are under the age of 14. Until 2019, 80% of toys in India were imported and 20% were produced domestically making India heavily dependent on imports

Welcome to our guide on V-belts and the significance of the ISI Mark In the vast machinery of our modern world, where gears turn, engines whiz and production lines growl, there is a vital component that helps in smooth operations: the V-belt.  Often ignored but essential, V-belts quietly facilitate the

Recently, the Department of Commerce and Industry made ISI Mark mandatory for Gypsum-based building materials.  A soft mineral, Gypsum is commonly used in building materials because of its durability, versatility, and useful properties.  It’s great for making plaster, as it can be shaped into different forms or smoothed out to

In a recent move, the government issued a Quality Control Order (QCO) making ISI Mark mandatory for Water meters and accessories. But why this move was taken? In our daily lives, water plays a crucial role, from quenching our thirst to powering industries.  It’s essential that the water we use

Recently, the government made ISI Mark mandatory for air coolers and air filters with the rising quality concerns. But what does this mean? Imagine stepping into your home after a long, hot day, only to be greeted by the refreshing cool breeze from your air cooler or the clean, fresh

The government recently introduced a significant regulation making the ISI mark mandatory for hair and skin appliances. But do you know why? Imagine you’re using your favourite hair dryer or curling iron to get ready for the day. You want these appliances to work well and be safe to use,

The Indian government has taken a crucial step towards ensuring the quality and safety of electric fans by mandating the ISI Mark.  This order is issued so that you can relax and enjoy the gentle breeze from your electric fan on a scorching summer day. Electric fans are those helpful

Recently the government has introduced a Quality Control Order (QCO), mandating that Electrical appliances for commercial dispensing and vending must bear an ISI Mark.  In our everyday lives, we encounter various electrical appliances that make our tasks easier, from coffee machines in cafes to water dispensers in offices.  But have

Recently, the government has mandated ISI certification for Resin Treated Compressed Wood Laminates, but what is Resin Treated Compressed Wood Laminates? Resin-treated compressed wood laminates are engineered wood products made by compressing layers of wood veneers together with a resin binder under high pressure and temperature.  These laminates possess excellent

Are you an African exporter who wants to import in India but needs clarification on compliance requirements? We understand importing in India can be daunting, especially with the diverse certificate requirements.   Whether you’re dealing with electrical appliances or medical equipment, each product category has its own set of compliance to

You have probably noticed the ISI mark on many products but have you ever wondered what it means and why it’s so important?  Recently in a significant move to ensure the safety and quality of laboratory glassware products, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) announced a

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) announced a Quality Control Order in which they mandated ISI Mark for electrical accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2023.  This order was issued on 01 January 2024 and will be effective from the date of publication of this notification in the Official

Did you know that e-waste or electronic waste is the fastest-growing solid waste stream in the world?  In our modern digital era, electronic devices have become indispensable parts of our daily lives and we cannot imagine a day without them.  Over time, when these things get old or outdated, we

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers made the ISI Mark mandatory for various woven sacks on December 6, 2023. This Quality Control Order (QCO) was a significant move aimed at ensuring the safety and quality of these products.  But first, let’s understand what woven sacks are. Woven sacks are commonly

BEE certification is an essential certification in India issued by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency to electric or electronic appliance companies.  The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) is an agency set up by the Government of India, under the Ministry of Power on 1st March 2002 under the provisions of

Inverter technology was invented by a multinational Japanese electronics company – Toshiba in 1980. This game-changing technology has revolutionised how we use electrical appliances in our homes and offices and has become increasingly popular in recent years.  From air conditioners to refrigerators, this technology has become the most opted technology

Solar panels to be installed in 1 crore households was announced by PM Modi on 22 January after performing the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the ‘Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana’ to promote the use of solar energy in India. He further said,

Recently the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) announced the implementation of parallel testing for all electronics and IT hardware products. This could lead to significant time savings of 4 to 13 weeks in the compliance process, according to statements from an industry body. However, guidelines for parallel testing were issued

Tata Harrier and Tata Safari SUVs are the first ever cars to receive 5-star Bharat-NCAP (Bharat New Car Assessment Programme) ratings in crash tests.  The first-ever vehicle safety rating agency in India, Bharat-NCAP, conducted its first crash test on 15 December 2023. Additionally, the Harrier and Safari also received a

In 2024, the government plans to issue 65 quality control orders (QCO) covering over 500 products said a senior government official on January 04, 2024. Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), said that these orders are being issued at a “fairly

Dr Mandaviya the Union Ministers of Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers launched ‘MedTech Mitra’, in a virtual ceremony, a strategic initiative designed to empower medical technology innovators. Speaking at the event, Dr Mandaviya said, “Medical devices are an integral part of the Indian healthcare ecosystem.”  He added,

On March 16, 2022, The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) introduced “Scheme X” covering low-voltage switchgear and control gear products.    The BIS authority announced that the scheme’s implementation will take place gradually from May 10, 2024.    The BIS is India’s National Standards Body, established under the BIS Act 2016. It

Labelling products is an important aspect for manufacturers and exporters aiming to sell products within India.   When a consumer buys something, they probably check the label first, that’s because labels give important information about a product.  However, product labelling not only ensures compliance with regulatory standards but also directly influences

Is your musical equipment BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) compliant or do you know why your musical equipment should be registered under BIS? From gramophones to wireless Bluetooth speakers the audio industry has come a long way and continues to advance day by day. The increased usage and complexity of

Recently, the government of India has launched a Standards and Labeling Programme for solar panel or solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, which allows citizens to check their efficiency.  The Scheme was initiated by Shri R. K. Singh the the Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy in New Delhi

Invisible electromagnetic waves can be absorbed by human or animal bodies, and the rate at which they are absorbed is known as a specific absorption rate (SAR). In simple words, mobile communication uses high-frequency electromagnetic fields for information transmission.  When you talk to someone on your phone, some of the

In India, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is responsible for standardization, conformity assessment, and quality assurance of goods, articles, processes, systems, and services.   The Indian Standards created by BIS serve as the foundation for product certification schemes, which give customers with third third-party assurance of product quality, safety, and

Using newspaper as food wrap is a very common practice in India. It is considered a cheap, easy and recyclable option.  But do you know wrapping food in newspapers is an unhealthy practice, and eating such food is harmful to one’s health, even if the food has been cooked hygienically?  

D2M (Direct-to-Mobile) is a groundbreaking new technology which has the potential to revolutionise the way content is delivered. This cutting-edge technology is aimed to provide live TV channels to smartphone users without requiring an internet connection. In simple words, D2M broadcasting will let you consume the content directly over phones

Waste segregation is an essential step in proper waste management to reduce environmental impact and promote recycling.  According to the World Bank, we generate approximately 2.01 billion tonnes of solid waste worldwide each year.  However, at least 33% of that waste is not managed sustainably and that’s an extremely low

In today’s digital age, the number of fake reviews is growing as online reviews have become an integral part of the buying process.  Customers rely heavily on reviews to make purchasing decisions. As a result, the temptation to manipulate these reviews has led to the rise of fake reviews.  In

LoRa technology has become a popular name in the field of the Internet of Things (IoT) because of its infinite potential.  IoT refers to a network of interconnected devices that enables communication between physical objects, connecting devices, sensors, and applications to streamline our lives.   Among the various IoT connectivity options,

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

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

In today’s ever-changing and interconnected world, it’s impossible to live without standards.   Just imagine you wake up in the morning and enjoy some morning news updates on your smart speaker connected to the internet via a Wi-Fi route.  Then you go to the Gym and burn a lot of

As the world’s second-largest smartphone market, India mandated manufacturers and technology companies to adopt Type-C Cable as the standard charging port for all electronics like smartphones, laptops, tablets and so on by March 2025.  This initiative aims to offer a universal and standardized charging solution for smartphones and other electronic

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the National Standard body of India, Under the BIS-CRS Labelling Scheme (78 product categories mandatory as of date) all products must get BIS approval before doing business in India as it ensures quality, safety and trust of the product.  A smart buyer must check

Hallmarking is a certification process that verifies the purity of gold in India. The government has made it mandatory for all gold jewellery and artefacts to be hallmarked with 6-digit alphanumeric HUID from April 1st, 2023.  According to the new notification by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the sale

The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO) has mandated all licensees/manufacturers/competent persons/stakeholders to install Rear and Lateral Under Run Protective Devices.  In this regard, PESO held virtual conference meetings with the representatives of Bulk L.PG transport contractors, the President, All India Bulk LPG Transporters Federation, OISI, ARAI, Ashok Leyland, IOCL,

On 22 August 2023, The Minister of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) Nitin Gadkari launched a new safety rating system the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP) which will come into effect from 1 October 2023. According to the announcement India is launching its own crash test rating structure to

India Aims to Enhance Smartphone Security Amid Data Abuse Concerns with Pre-Installed App Ban and OS Screening. In a recent article published in The Economic Times by Reuters (on 14th of March). The Indian government is planning to implement new security rules for smartphones to address concerns about spying and abuse of user

It’s the space race, but unlike the 50s this race’s goal is to connect the world-including rural areas—to the internet. Elon Musk’s Star link satellite internet project aims to bring affordable, fast internet to underserved parts of the world. What is STARLINK: STARLINK is a Satellite Internet Constellation being constructed by SpaceX to provide

Often, Energy Efficiency is an afterthought when it comes to climate solutions, with solar, wind, and electric cars taking center stage. However, Energy Efficiency is actually a powerful tool in the fight against climate change and towards a more equitable future. It is something that we, the people have to

Background LED (Light Emitting Diode) is a two-terminal Light source for most of the modern Lighting products. It works on the principle of Electro-luminescence. LED`s are fabricated using Direct bandgap semiconductor materials only. It has basically two terminals Anode (+Ve) and Cathode (-Ve). It operates as a light source only

Mobile phones have become an integral part of our lives, almost inseparable. Undoubtedly, from making calls to playing games mobile phones are now part of our daily routine. It has completely changed our lifestyles. From our important business calls to our binge-watching, everything is possible in this portable device.  Smitten by its

Background of CRO BIS a standardizing body incorporated in 1986 since then BIS has shown active involvement to develop international standards by putting India’s viewpoints effectively keeping our trade interest in mind. This has resulted into formulation of Harmonized Indian standards under dual numbering scheme. BIS develops indigenous standards too.

Selling metals without a hallmark may lead to a penalty that may be five times the cost of the jewellery and imprisonment of up to one year. In November 2019, Consumer Affairs Minister, Ramvilas Paswan announced that no jeweller will be allowed to sell gold ornaments without hallmarks from the

In the era of digitization where various steps are being taken to improve Ease of doing business, DoT has provided a one stop solution for the issuance of the various license and registration certificates i.e. the “SARAL SANCHAR” a Web based Portal. This digitalized process made it more efficient and transparent in all respect

Simply stating the concept of Compliance refers to follow the laws, policies, and regulations which is applied to run a business. “There is nothing in this world that does not have  a  legal foundation” and as a result, the compliance industry is in high demand. Certain regulations are often set up by international entities and government that

What if it was known to us five months ago that the world was going to change and we would be in lockdown, quarantined away from the crowd in our homes, with our minds overwhelmed with panic and fear.  A fear of virus ushering the world to an unprecedented halt, a virus causing a pandemic

My nearby lane is speckled with small food stalls. In a corner, Bhavesh takes out sizzling jalebis, which sizzles with sparkly droplets of sweat. Joshi ji gesticulates you to his chicken biryani under the Pipal tree, obviously garnishing the fare with bird droppings. Shubham is fighting with his rajma chawal, covered by the

Toys safety Safety and quality are fundamental concerns for all consumers, but particularly for parents who buy toys and other products related to children. Considering the fact that toys is an important and fun part of every child’s social, behavioural and cognitive development. It is imperative that not only the

Importance of electrical safety Seldom do people think about the electrical sockets to which the electrical and electronics equipment’s are meant to be plugged.  How many times do we check about the type of sockets we are having in our places or the plug types of the equipment we are

Introduction The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has caused the sudden surge in the import numbers of the IR thermometer. Measuring body temperature has become important way to screen a large number of people at airports, malls, offices, hotels as well as in communities. These thermometers are held 3 to 20

A decade ago, it was quite easy to distinguish between the Information technology (IT), audio-visual (AV) and communication products. It was easy to determine the product category and the purpose of the product. But with the advancement and convergence of technology and change in the lifestyle, the market of multimedia

BIS registration certificate is mandatory for 49 electrical and electronic products falling under compulsory registration Scheme of BIS. Use of non-compliant product is illegal as they have not undergone the prescribed tests for safety according to notified Indian Standards. No person is supposed to manufacture or store for sale, import,