New Delhi, July 20, 2023: In a significant move to strengthen India’s food safety standards, the Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has partnered with AOAC INTERNATIONAL (AOAC), signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for collaborative efforts in enhancing the food safety analytical ecosystem in the country. The MoU was formally signed at […]

India’s apex health regulatory agency, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), has proposed a groundbreaking initiative to create a single-window online portal for the regulation of medicines, cosmetics, and medical devices in the country. The idea was conceived during a ‘chintan shivir’ organized by the health ministry in February, and it aims to digitize

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