Classification of Industries Based On Pollution Potential
This revised classification will be used for various purposes, including consent management, inspection frequency, siting criteria, cluster development, pollution control plans, environmental compensation, and promoting progressive environmental management.
Government Boosts Chemical Safety with Training Program for Major Accident Hazard Units
As part of India’s “Viksit Bharat@2047” initiative, the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals recently conducted a two-day training program focused on “Chemical and Petrochemical Industrial Safety,” specifically targeting Major Accident Hazard (MAH) units. The program took place at CIPET: IPT-Bhubaneswar on January 10-11, 2025.
Extended Validity for Ammonium Nitrate Licenses
These proposed changes aim to streamline regulations for entities dealing with ammonium nitrate. The draft amendments are open for public comment until February 12, 2025. Individuals can submit feedback to the DPIIT via mail or email.
Draft Insecticides (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2024
The draft rules propose a fee of Rs. 200 per sample of bio-pesticides where the active ingredient is known. The fee for testing/ analyzing bio-pesticide samples submitted by farmers to ascertain quality would be specified in a revised Second Schedule. The Central Government may also consider exempting specific state governments from these fees for a reasonable period due to genuine difficulties.
Goa Government Issues Notification for Aadhaar-Based Authentication in LPG Cylinder Scheme
The Goa Department of Civil Supplies mandates Aadhaar authentication for LPG Cylinder Scheme, 2023. The scheme provides Rs. 275 per month for LPG refills to AAY ration cardholders
Public Health Advisory Issued for Chemical Disaster Preparedness in Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
This advisory aims to educate residents and improve community preparedness in the event of chemical accidents emergencies. The advisory emphasizes the importance of remaining calm and acting quickly in a chemical emergency. The advisory also provides general precautions to be taken during normal times to minimize risks and enhance preparedness.
Union Cabinet Approves Extension of Special Package for Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) Subsidy
The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of a one-time special package for Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertilizer beyond the Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS). The package, amounting to ₹3,500 per metric ton (MT), will remain in effect from January 1, 2025, until further notice.
Reinstatement of SION/Adhoc Norms for Menthol Imports Under Advance Authorization and DFIA
DGFT issued an important public notice updating the policy for the import of Menthol under the Advance Authorization (AA) and Duty-Free Import Authorization (DFIA) schemes
Government Imposes Minimum Import Price (MIP) on Soda Ash Imports
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), announced the imposition of a Minimum Import Price (MIP) on Disodium Carbonate (Soda Ash).
Toluene and Polypropylene (PP) Materials for Moulding and Extrusion (Quality Control) Amendment Order
The amendment provides that the parent orders shall come into force on the 22th day of December, 2025.
