New Emission Norms for Industrial Boilers Effective May 2025
PPCB notifies stricter emission norms for industrial boilers; industries must comply by May 15, 2025. Norms vary by boiler size and fuel type.
Gas Cylinders (Amendment) Rules, 2025
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has notified the Gas Cylinders (Amendment) Rules, 2025. These new rules introduce definitions for Micro and Small Enterprises, Startups, and women entrepreneurs, alongside a substantially revised fee structure that offers concessions to these specific business categories.
MOCI Proposes Explosives Bill 2025 to Replace 1884 Act
The Govt. seeks public input on the Explosives Bill 2025, aiming to modernize outdated laws. Comments are open until July 17, 2025.
Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) (Amendment) Rules, 2025
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has notified the Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) (Amendment) Rules, 2025. The notification amends the original 2016 rules to accommodate the safe storage, transport, and dispensing of compressed and liquefied hydrogen fuels, a key enabler in India’s transition to cleaner energy.
Proposed Amendments To Explosives Rules Focus On Enhanced Safety For Fireworks Shops
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has released a draft notification proposing amendments to the Explosives Rules, 2008. These draft rules, titled Explosives (Amendment) Rules, 2025, primarily aim to bolster safety provisions related to the storage and sale of explosives, particularly for fireworks shops. The Central Government has invited objections and suggestions from the public by July 5, 2025.
PESO Launches New Online Licensing for Hydrogen Stations
PESO mandates online applications for hydrogen station licenses via new portal; offline submissions discontinued. Detailed steps for Form-H inside.
Explosives License Validity Extended Under New Amendments
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) has announced amendments to the Explosives Rules, 2008, aimed at streamlining licensing procedures and reducing the frequency of renewals.
Pressure Vessel Safety Gets A Fee Update
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) has officially notified amendments to the Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 2016. The most significant change is the insertion of a new section, “C. Fees payable to the Inspector or Competent Person or Third Party Inspection Agency for inspection, testing and certification,” within Schedule-I. This section outlines the specific fees applicable for various processes
Boilers Act, 2025 to Come into Effect from 1st May
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has notified that the Boilers Act, 2025 will officially come into force on May 1, 2025, as per government order.
Gas Cylinders (Amendment) Rules, 2025
The Government of India has notified the Gas Cylinders (Amendment) Rules, 2025, introducing changes aimed at enhancing safety and incorporating advancements in gas technology, particularly concerning hydrogen and tracking mechanisms. These amended rules are effective from April 11, 2025. The rules now explicitly include standards and specifications from the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) for compressed hydrogen gas cylinders and on-board cylinders.
