India Launches National Legal Metrology Portal (eMaap) for Streamlined Compliance
eMaap will serve as a single point of access for businesses and consumers, eliminating the need to interact with multiple state portals. The portal will simplify processes like license issuance, renewal, and amendment, as well as verification and stamping of weighing and measuring instruments.
New Rules for Radar Speed Guns to Ensure Accurate Speed Measurements
The Legal Metrology Division of the Department of Consumer Affairs has decided to include radar speed guns under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011. These rules aim to ensure the accuracy and reliability of speed measurement devices, leading to more effective traffic enforcement. A press release on this decision was issued on November 20, 2024.
New Amendment to Maleic Anhydride Quality Control Order
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers announced the Maleic Anhydride (Quality Control) Second Amendment Order, 2024
New Indian Standards Notification: Enhancing Safety and Performance in Electrotechnical Products
These updates, crucial for various industries, particularly focus on the safety and performance of electrotechnical products, including power capacitors
Bureau of Indian Standards Announces Withdrawal and Establishment Dates for Key Standards
BIS issued Date of Withdrawal and Date of Establishment of Indian Standard Particulars such as Sheet Rubber , Autopsy Instruments including Cartilage Knife and Bowel Scissors , HDPE Crates of Milk Pouches etc.
New Ropes and Cordages Quality Control Order 2024
The Ministry of Textiles on October 3rd 2024 issued the Ropes ad Cordages (Quality Control) Order 2024
Ensuring Quality in Hand Tools: The Hand Tools (Quality Control) Order, 2024
This order establishes mandatory quality control measures for hand tools, aligning with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) regulations.
A New Era for Toy Manufacturers: Key Changes in the Toys (Quality Control) Amendment
his amendment, known as the Toys (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024, brings significant changes aimed at promoting research and development in the toy manufacturing sector.
India Introduces Ecomark Certification Scheme to Promote Environment-Friendly Products
The Government of India has introduced the Ecomark Certification Scheme to encourage the production and consumption of environmentally friendly products. This scheme was introduced through the Ecomark Rules, 2024. Under these rules, products eligible for Ecomark certification must meet specific criteria related to resource consumption, waste generation, emissions, and overall environmental impact.
BIS Update: Essential Standards for Electrical and Fire Safety
The Bureau of Indian Standards on issued the date of establishment and withdrawal for Indian Particulars related to High-Voltage Fuses for the External Protection of Shunt Capacitors.
