July 2023

Introduction: In a significant move to promote quality manufacturing and safeguard consumer health, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has recently issued two new Quality Control Orders (QCOs). The orders, which were notified on 14th July 2023, apply to the production of ‘Resin Treated […]

Introduction: The centuries-old leather shoe industry in Agra, India, is facing a significant challenge as shoe factories go on a warpath to protest the mandatory imposition of BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification. Handmade shoe manufacturers argue that the certification is not feasible for their small and cottage industry units, and its enforcement could threaten

Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, quality and safety are of utmost importance when it comes to products and services. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) plays a pivotal role in upholding these standards by certifying various products and services through its rigorous evaluation processes. One crucial aspect of the certification process is the renewal of

Date: July 19, 2023 Esplanade Metro Station, located in Kolkata, has recently been honored with the prestigious “Eat Right Station” certificate by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This recognition applauds the station’s commendable efforts in offering high-quality and nutritious food options to commuters. The FSSAI grants this certification to railway stations

Introduction: When it comes to ensuring the quality, safety, and reliability of products in India, the ISI (Indian Standards Institute) certification plays a significant role. The ISI mark is a symbol of adherence to national standards and signifies that a product meets the required quality benchmarks. In this blog, we will address some frequently asked

Introduction: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) plays a pivotal role in maintaining quality and safety standards across various industries in India. As part of their commitment to consumer protection, BIS issues certificates to businesses that meet the required quality specifications. These certificates act as a mark of excellence and serve as an assurance of

Introduction: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Chennai, has recently stepped up its monitoring and surveillance activities to ensure the quality of packaged drinking water units in and around the city. With an increase in raids and inspections, BIS aims to maintain strict adherence to quality control standards. Let’s take a closer look at their

Introduction: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has recently released a notification for the recruitment of 15 Young Professionals (YPs). This recruitment drive, advertised as Advertisement No. 03 (YP)/2023/HRD, aims to fill these vacancies with qualified and eligible candidates. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online on the official BIS website before the closing date

The government of India has announced plans to establish a dedicated laboratory for testing personal protective equipment (PPE), masks, and coveralls. Despite the country’s battle with the COVID-19 pandemic and the increasing threat of zoonotic diseases such as Zika, Nipah, and Monkeypox, there is currently no central medical devices testing laboratory in India that tests

Introduction: The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of pharmaceutical products in India. When it comes to generic drugs, CDSCO certification is a mandatory requirement to ensure bioequivalence to the reference product. In this blog, we will explore the requirements for CDSCO certification for