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TEC Extends ER Compliance Relaxation for PON Broadband Equipment Under MTCTE
In a significant move to support the telecommunications industry, the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has announced an extension of the relaxation for Essential Requirements (ER) compliance
TEC Extends Acceptance of ILAC Test Reports Under MTCTE Until June 2026
In a move to ease compliance hurdles for global manufacturers and importers, the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has officially extended the deadline for accepting test reports from ILAC-ac
BIS Extends Deadline for IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 – What LED Manufacturers Need to Know
In a significant move for the lighting industry, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced an extension for the implementation of the revised standard for LED modules. Manufacturers and impor
Major Relief for Manufacturers: BIS Removes Mandatory In-House Laboratory Requirement
In a landmark move aimed at boosting the "Ease of Doing Business" in India, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has officially removed the mandatory requirement for manufacturers to maintain an in-ho
Navigating the Shift: A Guide to the IS/IEC 61730:2023 Transition and Partial Testing Requirements
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has officially released a comprehensive roadmap for solar manufacturers to transition from the existing 2016 safety standards to the newly revised IS/IEC 61730:202
MNRE Updates BIS Series Approval Guidelines: What Solar Manufacturers Need to Know
India’s solar industry is moving toward stricter quality controls and easier certification processes. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently released new rules for the series approva
CPCB Extends Deadline for Annual Returns Filing by PIBOs and PWPs to 30th November 2025
In a significant development for stakeholders in plastic waste management, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has announced an extension for filing Annual Returns under the Extended Producer R
Steel Regulatory Relief: Govt Waives 202 BIS Licences in SIMS for ISP-Supplied Inputs (August 2025)
In a significant regulatory move, the Ministry of Steel (Technical Division) has announced that 202 BIS licences will be exempt from the mandatory compliance requirement on the SIMS (Steel Import Moni
Ensuring Conformity of Steel Input Materials with Indian Standards: A Strategic Compliance Imperative
In pursuit of stronger quality control and traceability within India’s steel sector, regulatory authorities have introduced a directive compelling steel product manufacturers to ensure that their inpu
India Lifts Quality Controls on Acetic Acid, Methanol & Aniline: Impact on Chemical Sector
The Government of India has officially withdrawn Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for three key industrial chemicals — acetic acid, methanol, and aniline. This decision means manufacturers and importers
Battery Producers Granted Extension: FY 2024-25 Annual Return Filing Deadline Now 30 September 2025
The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC) has extended the deadline for battery producers to submit their annual returns for FY 2024-25. This decision offers much-needed relief
Govt Extends Compliance Relief for Cloud Routers and Wi-Fi CPEs Until March 2026
The Ministry of Communications, Government of India, through the National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS), has announced an extension of the exemption period for cloud-implemented IP routers
Ministry of Steel Clarifies Input Steel Compliance Rules – Key Exemptions You Should Know
The Ministry of Steel (MoS) has released an important clarification regarding the input steel adherence requirements linked to BIS certification. The update introduces specific exemptions to simplify
CPCB’s Latest Directive: EPR Compliance Required for Plastic Producers
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has released a strict order requiring all plastic raw material manufacturers across India to register on the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Portal. T
DGFT Eases Advance Authorisation Imports: QCO Compliance No Longer Mandatory
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has introduced a significant update through Notification No. 69/2023, amending the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023. This amendment facilitates the impor
CPCB Mandates EPR Portal Registration for Importers of Plastic Raw Materials
In a significant move to enhance plastic waste management and promote environmental accountability, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has mandated that all importers of plastic raw materials,
Steel Industry Alert: BIS Compliance Rules for Intermediate Products Explained
In a significant move to uphold the quality of steel products in India and protect the interests of domestic manufacturers, the Ministry of Steel issued a clarificatory order on June 13, 2025, regardi
IS 16444 Smart Meter Test Report Guidelines Clarified by TEC for Manufacturers
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has recently updated its guidelines regarding the acceptance of test reports for smart electricity meters under IS 16444. These changes are designed to s
New MTCTE Guidelines: Specialized Testing Criteria for Telecom Equipment in India
The Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) scheme, overseen by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), ensures that telecom devices meet India’s quality, safety, and secu
Mandatory MTCTE Certification for New Telecom Equipment Under Phase VI
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has officially announced Phase VI of the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Te
MTCTE Update 2025: TEC Issues Provisional Certification Guidelines for Advanced Telecom Products
New Delhi, India — The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has announced a major update to the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecomm
MoHI Extends Implementation Deadline for Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety Regulation
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MoHI), Government of India, has officially announced an extension of the compliance date for the Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety (Omnibus Technical Regulati
TEC Drafts New Standard to Ensure Reliable Network Testing Tools for Cellular Networks
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has released a Draft Standard for Drive Tool Tester for Cellular Networks — Standard No. TEC 23040:202
Upcoming Changes in Plastic Waste Management Rules 2025: Draft Amendment Highlights
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has proposed major updates to India’s plastic waste laws through the Plastic Waste Management (Second Amendment) Rules, 2025. Th
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