BIS Invests in R&D to Drive Standardisation
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced the sanction of 82 research and development (R&D) projects to bolster its standardisation efforts. These projects, awarded to faculty members from institutions like IITs and NITs, will focus on cutting-edge domains such as artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, medical devices, renewable energy, and sustainability.
Low Melt Polyester Yarn Exempted From Polyester Yarn Quality Control Order
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has issued an amendment to the Polyester Continuous Filament Fully Drawn Yarn (Quality Control) Order, 2023. This amendment exempts “Low Melt Polyester Yarn” from the purview of the order.
BIS Revises Standards On Surgical Instruments And Dentistry
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has revised certain standards on Thoracic Surgery Instruments And Dentistry. These notifications were published on June 26, 2024. All these standards were established on June 6, 2024 and their previous versions will be withdrawn from September 6, 2024.
BIS Revises Standards On Cast Iron, Metallic Materials and Human Resource Management
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has revised certain standards on Microstructure Of Cast Iron, Rice Milling Yield, Cultivation Structures, Metallic Materials And Human Resource Management. These notifications were published on June 26, 2024.
New Safety Standards Introduced for Electric Vehicles in India
BIS has introduced two new standards, IS 18590: 2024 and IS 18606: 2024, focusing on the critical components of EVs – the powertrain (motor, transmission) and batteries. The standards mandate stringent safety requirements to ensure reliable and secure operation.
Bottled Water Dispensers (Quality Control) Order, 2024
All bottled water dispensers must adhere to the specifications outlined in the Indian Standard IS 17681:2022, titled “Bottled Water Dispensers.” To ensure compliance, dispensers must display the the Standard Mark, obtained through a Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) license.
Precision Roller and Bush Chains Quality Control Order, 2024
Precision Roller and Bush Chains, Attachments and Associated Chains Sprockets must comply with either IS 2403:2014 (Indian Standard) or ISO 606:2004 (International Standard). Products must also bear the Standard Mark, obtained through a Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) license following the prescribed process.
BIS Withdraws Several Standards From April 22nd, 2024
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has withdrawn several standards effective from April 22, 2024. This notification was dated May 7, 2024. These standards include Code of Practice for Use of Electron Valves, Basic Environmental Testing Procedures for Electronic and Electrical Items, Specification for Equipment for Environmental Tests for Electronic and Electrical Items, etc.
BIS Revises Standards for Agricultural and Other Equipment and Hygiene Products
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced certain standards for agricultural and other equipment and hygiene products. These notifications were published on March 8, 2024. These standards have been established on February 2024. The previous versions of these standards shall stand withdrawn on the dates specified.
BIS Revises Standards for Footwear and Textiles
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced certain standards for footwear and textiles. These notifications were published on January 10, 2024. These standards have been established on January 4, 2024 and their previous versions will stand withdrawn as per the dates mentioned in the notification.
