PESO Requests Update on Authorized Explosives List
PESO urges all explosive manufacturers to submit product details, class-wise, with authorization letters and brand IDs for website update. Urgent action needed.
AERB Discontinues Authorization for State Level Radiation Safety Directorates
The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has announced the discontinuation of its practice of authorizing State Level Directorates of Radiation Safety (DRS), citing evolving regulatory strategies and the lapse of existing Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs). The decision reflects the AERB’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its regulatory framework for medical diagnostic X-ray facilities.
Integrated Management System of the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board
The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has implemented an Integrated Management System (IMS) to streamline and enhance its regulatory functions. This framework aims to ensure the continued safety and efficiency of nuclear and radiation facilities across the country.
Draft In-vitro Diagnostic Medical Device Adverse Event Reporting
The Indian government has released a draft adverse event reporting form for In-vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices (IVD-MDs) for public comments by March 5, 2025.
Ministry of Labour and Employment Declares Nuclear Fuel and Atomic Energy Industry as Public Utility Service for Six More Months
Ministry of Labour and Employment Declares Nuclear Fuel and Atomic Energy Industry as Public Utility Service until December 28th 2024
A New Heat-Based Therapy That Could Transform Chemotherapy
The new method, combining ultra-small magnetic nanoparticles with a heat shock protein 90 inhibitor, offers promising prospects for reducing chemotherapy doses and improving patient outcomes.
New Format for Consent Forms Proposed Under PCPNDT Act
This proposed new consent will be required for all invasive or non- invasive techniques, tests or procedures. The new proposed consent form seeks to explicitly include consent from the husband, partner or father of the patient. Such consent also expressly states that breach of the consent shall make such person liable to be penalized under the Act.
Great Overhaul Proposed In Application and Registration Forms Under PCPNDT
The new proposed form seeks detailed information about the applicant, the facility, and the services offered. It also includes specific requirements for the disposal of old ultrasound machines and other equipment to prevent their misuse for sex determination. Additionally, the proposed revised certificate will specifically mention the procedures that are not specified in the current certificates such as echocardiography, ophthalmology, urology, veterinary purposes, etc.
Fixed Timelines Proposed For Registration and Renewal Under PNDT Act
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) is proposing to regulate processing time for registration and renewal applications under the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PC&PNDT) Act, 1994. The proposed amendments aim to expedite the decision-making process for registration and renewal applications, with a target turnaround time of 70 days.
Stricter Rules Proposed for Disposal of Ultrasound Machines
Ultrasound clinics and imaging centers will be required to inform authorities within seven days of disposing of old, unused or obsolete ultrasound machines or imaging machines. Renewal of licenses for facilities operating these machines will be contingent upon the proper disposal of old machines. Additionally, there will be no permission granted for addition or procurement of a new machines until old machines are disposed in prescribed manner.
