New BIS Standard Enhances Surgical Implants: IS 18079:2023
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced a new standard, IS 18079:2023, focusing on metal bone plates for surgery. This standard replaces existing ones, emphasizing compatibility with screws featuring conical under-surfaces. It enhances safety, simplifies implant selection, and sets a benchmark for the industry, benefiting surgeons, manufacturers, and patients.
Proposed Amendments to Cosmetics Rules 2020: Strengthening Regulations
On 15th May 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare proposed amendments to the Cosmetics Rules 2020. These changes aim to enhance labeling clarity, streamline regulatory authorities, strengthen testing and analysis, reinforce record-keeping obligations, empower inspection authorities, and address licensing and labeling requirements. The amendments seek to bolster consumer safety and regulatory compliance in the cosmetics industry
FSSAI’s Pan-India Milk & Milk Products Surveillance 2023: Ensuring Safe and Quality Dairy Products
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is set to conduct a comprehensive Pan-India Milk & Milk Products Surveillance. This initiative aims to assess the compliance of milk and dairy products with safety and quality parameters, identify hotspots for adulteration, and implement corrective actions.
SEBI Modifies Guidelines for contribution to IPF and Investor Services Fund
SEBI’s circular dated 30 Maymodifies guidelines for Investor Protection Fund (IPF) and Investor Services Fund (ISF). It establishes separate trusts for IPF and ISF, specifies contributions from stock exchanges and depositories, outlines fund utilization and deployment, and mandates disclosures. The changes aim to enhance investor protection and improve fund management in India’s securities market.
