2023

Date: July 26, 2023 Economies worldwide have come to recognize the pressing need to combat climate change by limiting carbon emissions. One effective approach to achieve this goal is by implementing a carbon market, where carbon credits can be traded, creating a financial incentive to reduce emissions. India’s Ministry of Power (MoP) has recently introduced […]

Date: July 26, 2023 In a recent operation, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) team from Jammu and Kashmir conducted a search and seizure at M/S Jindal Soap Factory, located in the Wariyana Industrial Complex, Jalandhar. The investigation revealed that the factory was engaged in the manufacturing and sale of Aluminium Alloy Bare Foil for

Modicare, a leading direct-selling company based in India, has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming 100% ‘Plastic Waste Neutral.’ Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to sustainable practices, the company successfully collected and recycled 100% of post-consumer plastic waste and pre-consumer plastic packaging waste during FY 22-23, in line with its Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) mandate. This

Extended producer responsibility (EPR) is a policy approach that shifts the responsibility for managing waste from governments to producers. Under EPR, producers are required to take back or finance the collection, recycling, and disposal of their products at the end of their life. EPR has been shown to be an effective way to reduce waste

Photography enthusiasts and professionals understand the critical role lighting plays in capturing the perfect shot. To address the challenges posed by unpredictable natural light in outdoor settings, the adoption of a high-quality LED constant light has become an indispensable tool in any photographer’s kit. With its ability to provide steady and powerful illumination, LED constant

In a momentous stride towards embracing electric mobility, India has achieved a significant milestone with the number of operational electric vehicle (EV) charging stations surpassing 8,700 as of the end of June. The Union Minister of State for Heavy Industries, Krishan Pal Gurjar, disclosed this development in a written response to a question in Rajya

In a recent turn of events, citizens have expressed concerns over the rice distributed through the Public Distribution System (PDS), claiming it to be ‘plastic rice.’ However, the government has stepped forward to address the issue, assuring the public that it is not plastic rice but rather ‘fortified rice,’ which comes with added nutritional benefits.

The Global Food Regulators Summit 2023, organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), commenced on July 20 and 21 at Delhi’s Manekshaw Centre. Union Health Minister, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, inaugurated the summit in the presence of various ministers and attendees, alongside FSSAI CEO, G Kamala Vardhana Rao, who disclosed some startling

The footwear industry has voiced its concerns over the recently introduced quality standards, making Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) mandatory for all types of footwear except Hawai slippers, sandals, and sports shoes, which will be exempted until December 31, 2023. According to the industry, the current standards and implementation directions lack scientific basis and practicality.

India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious vision of achieving a US$5 trillion economy, is poised for remarkable growth, and the stainless steel industry is set to play a vital role as a significant beneficiary of this economic expansion. Embracing stainless steel not only aligns with the country’s economic aspirations but also helps reduce