AERB Clarifies Role in Punjab University’s Nuclear Medicine Course
AERB has reiterated that it does not provide approval for any university courses. Furthermore, AERB emphasizes that the university must obtain approval for the course from relevant authorities.
Clarification On Domestic Content Requirement For Solar PV Power Projects
The present clarification confirms that Thin Film Solar PV Modules manufactured in the integrated factory of First Solar in India are considered domestically manufactured for DCR purposes. This implies these modules can be deployed in MNRE projects requiring domestically produced components.
Indian Nursing Council To Celebrate International Nursing Day
This year’s theme for International Nursing Day is “Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care”. The theme highlights the economic and social importance of nurses worldwide. To commemorate this event, the INC invites all Nursing and Midwifery faculty and students to join a virtual celebration on May 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM IST. The celebration will be streamed live on Youtube.
Amendments Made To Specifications In Respect Of Biostimulants
he amendment states that biostimulant specifications shall include tracer molecules in addition to active ingredients. The order also introduces ‘live micro-organisms excluding biofertilizers and biopesticides’ as an additional category of biostimulants specified under Schedule VI. Additionally, the amendment order also increases the permissible limit of pesticide in biostimulants from 0.01ppm to 1ppm.
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The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has withdrawn several standards effective from April 22, 2024.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.
Tea Board Updates List of NABL Accredited Laboratories Under Integrated Assessment Scheme
The list identifies 42 laboratories across India that meet the Tea Board’s stringent quality standards. The present list has deleted Reliable Analytical Lab, Thane having lab ID no. T-0280 and certificate no. TC-5854 from its listed of accredited labs.
AERB Seals Nuclear Medicine Facility for Regulatory Violations
The facility, which houses PET-CT equipment, was found to be in violation of regulatory requirements. These regulatory requirements are outlined in the AERB Nuclear Medicine Safety Code and the Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004.
BIS Revises Standards for Rolling Bearings, Surgical Implants and Water Testing
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued revised certain standards for Rolling Bearings, Surgical Implants and Water Testing. These notifications were published on May 7 & 9, 2024.
BIS Revises Standards for Dentistry, Ophthalmic Instruments and Medical Electrical Equipment
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has revised certain standards for Dentistry, Ophthalmic Instruments and Medical Electrical Equipment. These notifications were established on April 22, 2024 and published on May 7, 2024.
MNRE Notifies Process of Vendor Registration for PM-Surya Ghar Scheme
The MNRE states that several DISCOM consumers (consumers connected to a specific electricity distribution company have been applying to the national portal for rooftop solar installations. These installations can be done only by vendors registered on the national portal. Hence, the MNRE has published the process for vendor registration on the national portal.
