The Boilers Act, 2025: Strengthening Boiler Safety and Standardization across India
by Parul Bohral on 2025-04-15
On April 4, 2025, the President of India approved the Boiler Act, 2025, which is an important legislative milestone aimed at ensuring safe operation of steam boilers across the country.
BIS Announces Crucial Amendments to Standards for Galvanized Steel, Inoculants, and More
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-04-10
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced the establishment of amendments to several Indian standards with effect from 27 March 2025. These amendments, as outlined in the BIS notification, aim to update various industry standards to meet current requirements and ensure high quality and safety of products.
BIS Withdraws Key Health Informatics Standards: A Bold Move that Will Reshape India’s Healthcare Tech Landscape
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-04-02
The withdrawal of these standards could significantly impact manufacturers, healthcare providers, and developers involved in health informatics.
Key Amendment to Vinyl Acetate Monomer Quality Control Order, 2025
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-04-02
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has announced an important update to the Vinyl Acetate Monomer (Quality Control) Order, 2021. The amendment, known as the Vinyl Acetate Monomer (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025, was published on April 1, 2025.
BIS Announces Key Amendments to Indian Standards for Enhanced Safety and Product Quality
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-04-01
The primary objective behind these amendments is to ensure the safety, reliability and efficiency of products and materials used in various industries, especially those covered under BIS registration.
BIS Unveils Revised Standards for Decorative Laminates and Electric Food Mixers to Enhance Product Quality
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-03-28
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has established a series of updated Indian standards related to decorative thermosetting synthetic resin-bonded laminated sheets and electric food-mixers (liquidisers and grinders) and centrifugal juicers.