India Tightens Insecticide Labeling Norms with New Amendments
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has notified the Insecticides (First Amendment) Rules, 2025, bringing changes to the labeling, packaging, and information requirements for insecticide products across India. The new rules, effective from June 4, 2025, aim to enhance consumer safety and provide comprehensive product information.
Government Proposes Increased Plastic Recycled Content and Reuse
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has released a draft notification on June 3, 2025, proposing amendments to the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016. These changes aim to further strengthen the effective implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) guidelines for plastic packaging and address existing challenges. The government is inviting public comments and suggestions on the draft within sixty days from its publication in the Gazette.
BIS Withdraws 8 Indian Standards Including Insulators & Fuses
BIS cancels 8 Indian Standards including those for porcelain insulators, HV fuses, and telemetering devices, effective April 30, 2025.
BIS Issues New Amendments to Key Automotive Standards
BIS updates four automotive standards, including braking and safety anchorages, effective May 5, 2025. Previous versions valid till Nov 4, 2025.
BIS Updates Glossary, Space & Auto Standards – May 2025
BIS establishes key aerospace, auto, marine, and cyber safety standards , replacing older versions with a withdrawal date of Nov 5, 2025.
BIS Updates Standards for Steel Chequered Plates, Tools
BIS establishes amendments to key Indian Standards including IS 3502 for Steel Chequered Plates, effective May 5, 2025, with withdrawal by Nov 4, 2025.
BIS Announces New Amendment to LPG Valve Fittings Standard
The BIS has issued Amendment No. 3 to IS 8737:2017, specifying valve fittings for LPG up to 250L, effective from May 8, 2025, valid till Nov 7, 2025.
BIS Updates 20 Indian Standards in May 2025
BIS issued new standards and withdrawal dates for leather testing, RF cables, HR management, and more. Key changes effective from May to November 2025.
BIS Withdraws 52 Indian Standards from May 5, 2025
BIS announces withdrawal of 52 Indian Standards, including for textile machinery and woodworking tools, effective May 5, 2025.
Govt Enforces New QCO on Vending Appliances
MoCI mandates BIS standards for vending machines from Oct 1, 2025. Micro, small enterprises given extended compliance timelines.
