MNRE Drafts Guidelines for Series Approval of SPV Modules
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released Draft Guidelines for series approval of SPV Modules for conducting testing in Test Labs for implementation of Solar Systems, Devices and Components Goods Order, 2025. The MNRE is seeking comments from stakeholders on these draft guidelines.
FSSAI Plans to Restrict Registrations In Key Food Categories
Under the proposal, only State or Central Licenses would be permitted for the manufacturing of these items. The FSSAI plans a special drive to convert existing Registered FBOs manufacturing these products to the License category. A reasonable transition period of six months is proposed to allow FBOs to shift and utilize existing packaging materials. Post-transition, the FoSCoS portal will be modified to remove these products from Registration Certificates.
Government Extends Deadline for Mandatory BIS Certification of Television Sets
Recognizing the need for a smooth implementation process, the government engaged in discussions with stakeholders to address any potential challenges. Subsequently, the industry requested additional time to ensure full compliance with the new regulations. Considering the discussions with stakeholders and the industry’s request, the Central Government has now extended the date of implementation for the mandatory BIS certification of television sets to October 26, 2025.
India Expands Mandatory Quality Standards to Enhance Product Safety and Trade Practices
Compliance with specific Indian Standards is being made mandatory through Quality Control Orders (QCOs) issued by relevant government regulators and line ministries. These QCOs direct the compulsory use of the BIS Standard Mark under a valid license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Updated List of Approved Solar PV Modules Released by Ministry
The Ministry has released Revision XXXII of the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (ALMM) List-I (Manufacturers and Models of Solar PV Modules). This revision incorporates the latest updates on approved solar PV modules based on minimum efficiency requirements and BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) compliance.
BIS Drives Innovation In Medical Device Standards
In alignment with the National Medical Device Policy, 2023, BIS has identified 214 critical medical devices for standardization. This includes lifesaving devices like cardiac pacemakers, ventilators, and haemodialysis machines, as well as advanced diagnostic tools such as X-ray machines, CT scanners, and MRI systems.
Electric Fence Energizers (Quality Control) Order, 2024
The Central Government has issued new regulations for electric fence energizers to ensure their quality and safety. The Electric Fence Energizers (Quality Control) Order, 2024, mandates that these devices must comply with specific Indian Standards (IS) and bear the Standard Mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Revised Application of Hallmarking Standards for Gold Jewellery and Artefacts
The Central Government has issued a new order to amend the Hallmarking of Gold Jewellery and Gold Artefacts Order, 2020. This amendment aims to further revise the list of states and districts to which the order will apply. The Order currently applies to 26 states in India.
Electrical Appliance For Domestic Clothes Washing (Quality Control) Order, 2024
The order states that washing machines must conform to the latest Indian Standard (IS) 302 (Part 2/Sec 7): 2010, which specifies safety requirements for domestic electric clothes washing machines. The order seeks to enhance the safety and quality of washing machines sold in the country.
Further Extension In Implementation Of Morpholine Quality Control Order
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has once again postponed the implementation of the Morpholine (Quality Control) Order, 2020. The deadline for enforcement of the order has now been fixed for May 1, 2025.
