BIS Drives Innovation In Medical Device Standards
In alignment with the National Medical Device Policy, 2023, BIS has identified 214 critical medical devices for standardization. This includes lifesaving devices like cardiac pacemakers, ventilators, and haemodialysis machines, as well as advanced diagnostic tools such as X-ray machines, CT scanners, and MRI systems.
Acrylonitrile-Butadiene Styrene (ABS) (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024
The amendment provides that nothing in this Order shall apply to Acrylonitrile-Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Moulding and Extrusion Materials used for production of toco transducers.
New Requirements for Importing Coffee Beans Into India
All imported coffee beans must now undergo fumigation with either Methyl Bromide or Phosphine to eliminate any potential Coffee Berry Borers. The fumigation treatment details must be endorsed on the Phytosanitary Certificate issued by the exporting or re-exporting country.
New Quality Control Orders for Chemical Intermediates
The Central Government has issued three new quality control orders for chemical intermediates: H Acid, K Acid, and Vinyl Sulphone. These products must bear the Standard Mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), certifying their compliance with quality standards.
Electric Fence Energizers (Quality Control) Order, 2024
The Central Government has issued new regulations for electric fence energizers to ensure their quality and safety. The Electric Fence Energizers (Quality Control) Order, 2024, mandates that these devices must comply with specific Indian Standards (IS) and bear the Standard Mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
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.
Introducing A Scheme for Strengthening The Medical Device Industry
The scheme, with a total outlay of Rs 500 crore, targets critical areas such as manufacturing, skill development, and clinical studies. The new scheme is expected to further accelerate the growth of the industry and position India as a global leader in medical device manufacturing.
Extension of Public Utility Service Status to Copper Mining Industry
The Ministry of Labour and Industry extended the status of public utility service to the Copper Mining Industry for an additional six months.
Extension of Public Utility Service Status to Lead and Zinc Mining Industry
Ministry of Labour and Employment extended the status of a public utility service to the Lead and Zinc Mining Industry for a further six-month period.
Release Time for Consumer Price Index & Index of Industrial Production Revised
MoSPI has decided that CPI and IIP data will be released at 4:00 PM on the 12th of each month. If the 12th falls on a holiday, the release will be on the next working day for CPI and the previous working day for IIP. The new release time aligns with the closing hours of major financial markets in India. This ensures that the dissemination of CPI data does not disrupt active trading activity.
