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

Introduction: As the demand for energy storage solutions continues to rise, the importance of managing end-of-life batteries and their environmental impact becomes increasingly evident. To address this challenge, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) certification for batteries has emerged as a sustainable approach. In this blog, we will explore the concept of EPR certification for batteries, its

California’s SB707, also known as the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2023, was recently withdrawn from a legislative hearing. The delay in proceedings will provide stakeholders with ample time to consider what will become the United States’ first textile Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program. The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has expressed gratitude for

Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023 In a recent address, Prime Minister of India, [PM’s Name], expressed his optimism about India’s remarkable progress and highlighted the nation’s strong desire to achieve even greater heights. India has emerged as a global bright spot, attracting attention for its robust economic growth, technological advancements, and ambitious development initiatives. Addressing

Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023 In a recent session at the 9th International Pharmaceutical Exhibition (iPHEX) held in Hyderabad, experts highlighted the significance of leveraging digital technologies for adverse drug reactions (ADRs) reporting. This approach not only helps evaluate our ability to detect signals of adverse events but also enables effective regulatory decision-making in a

Introduction In India, ensuring the safety, quality, and reliability of water and sanitation products is of paramount importance. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), under the aegis of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution, plays a significant role in certifying these products. BIS certification ensures that water and sanitation products meet the

Introduction In India, ensuring the safety, quality, and reliability of water and sanitation products is of paramount importance. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), under the aegis of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution, plays a significant role in certifying these products. BIS certification ensures that water and sanitation products meet the

India’s Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, has stated that India is collaborating with several economies, including the UK, on intellectual property (IP) rights and modernization. During his visit to London for the India-UK free trade agreement talks, Goyal addressed a gathering of Indian-origin chartered accountants, where he discussed various topics, including IP

Understanding the origins of electromagnetic interference (EMI) in electric vehicles (EVs) is crucial for addressing the challenges posed by electrical noise sources. EMI and electrostatic discharge (ESD) are the two main types of interference that can disrupt the operation of electronic circuits within vehicles. In the context of wirelessly connected vehicles, radiated noise, specifically radio