The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), under the Department of Consumer Affairs, has officially established a series of updated Indian Standards across key domains including industrial safety, environmental management, and wellness. As per this BIS notification dated 21st April 2025 these standards came into force on 15th April 2025.
Several outdated standards will remain concurrently in force until their withdrawal date of 15th October 2025, providing industries ample transition time.
Below is a summary of the newly established standards and their respective replacements:
| Sl. No. | New Standard No., Year & Title | Date of Establishment | Withdrawn Standard No., Year & Title | Date of Withdrawal |
| 1 | IS 9427:2025 — Operation and Maintenance of Deionizing Columns — Code of Practice (First Revision) | 15 April 2025 | IS 9427:1980 — Code of Practice for Operation and Maintenance of Deionizing Columns | 15 October 2025 |
| 2 | IS 9457:2025 — Safety Colours, Safety Signs, and Accident Prevention Tags — Code of Practice (Second Revision) | 15 April 2025 | IS 8095:1976 — Specification for Accident Prevention Tags IS 9457:2005 — First Revision | 15 October 2025 |
| 3 | IS 10044:2025 — Treatment and Disposal of Effluents of Petroleum Refining Industry — Guidelines (First Revision) | 15 April 2025 | IS 10044:1981 — Guide for Treatment and Disposal of Effluents of Petroleum Refining Industry | 15 October 2025 |
| 4 | IS 19114:2025 — Common Yoga Protocol — Yoga Practices | 15 April 2025 | NA | NA |
These new standards reflect India’s focus on improved environmental practices, industrial safety, and public health through standardization. The inclusion of IS 19114:2025 for yoga practices also highlights the nation’s commitment to promoting wellness as part of the broader quality infrastructure.
