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

New Delhi The government on Wednesday said it has issued mandatory quality norms for insulated flask, bottles and containers with a view to containing import of the sub-standard goods and boost domestic manufacturing of these products. A notification in this regard was issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) on

New Delhi, [Date]: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released a new notification for BIS Recruitment 2023, inviting interested and eligible candidates to apply for the post of Management System Certification Department (MSCD). According to the official notification, there are 15 vacancies available for this position. Candidates who meet the specified qualifications and experience

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