DPIIT Introduces Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026: What Manufacturers Need to Know

DPIIT Introduces Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026: What Manufacturers Need to Know

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has notified the Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026 vide S.O. 3417(E)...

Important Update: Ropes and Cordages (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2026

Important Update: Ropes and Cordages (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2026

The Ministry of Textiles, through S.O. 2871(E) dated 5th June 2026, has notified the Ropes and Cordages (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2026, introducing a significant relaxation for:...

Important Regulatory Update: DGFT Amends Foreign Trade Policy Provision on QCO/BIS Applicability for SEZ Imports

Important Regulatory Update: DGFT Amends Foreign Trade Policy Provision on QCO/BIS Applicability for SEZ Imports

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued Notification No. 20/2026-27 dated 2 June 2026, amending Para 2.03(A)(iii) of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023 and...

What Determines Import Clearance in India under BIS Rules

What Determines Import Clearance in India under BIS Rules

BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) compliance is checked at customs, but it is established much earlier in the supply chain. The difference between smooth clearance and costly...

Update: BIS Launches Online FMCS Application Portal

Update: BIS Launches Online FMCS Application Portal

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced a new online submission portal for the Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme (FMCS) – a significant step toward digitizing the...

Compliance Deadline Alert – 19 March 2026: Are Your Electrical Appliances BIS Certified?

Compliance Deadline Alert – 19 March 2026: Are Your Electrical Appliances BIS Certified?

The enforcement deadline for Electrical Appliances, 19th March 2026, is fast approaching. If you manufacture or import household & commercial electrical appliances in India – you need...

Mandatory BIS Certification for Furniture – Effective from 14th February 2026

Mandatory BIS Certification for Furniture – Effective from 14th February 2026

The Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025 has come into force with effect from 14 February 2026 for medium and large enterprises. From now onwards, the following furniture...

Regulatory Update: BIS QCO 2026 – Aluminium Cookware & Beverage Cans

Regulatory Update: BIS QCO 2026 – Aluminium Cookware & Beverage Cans

The Central Government has notified S.O. 219(E), issuing the Cookware, Utensils and Cans for Foods and Beverages (Quality Control) Order, 2026, superseding the earlier 2025 order in...

Important Regulatory Update – India: Machinery & Electrical Equipment Safety (OTR) Order, 2024 Withdrawn

Important Regulatory Update – India: Machinery & Electrical Equipment Safety (OTR) Order, 2024 Withdrawn

Relief for Industry: OTR Order, 2024 Withdrawn The Ministry of Heavy Industries has issued a significant regulatory update providing much-needed clarity and relief to manufacturers and importers....

Furniture Compliance Alert: Key BIS Deadlines You Cannot Miss

Furniture Compliance Alert: Key BIS Deadlines You Cannot Miss

The Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025 becomes enforceable after 13 February 2026. From 14 February 2026, non-compliant furniture cannot be manufactured, imported, or sold in India. Covered...

BIS Regulatory Update: Amendment to Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for Woven & Valve Sacks Sector – 2026

BIS Regulatory Update: Amendment to Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for Woven & Valve Sacks Sector – 2026

The Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers has issued a fresh notification S.O. 51(E) under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016, introducing an...

BIS Enforcement Alert: Key Compliance Reminder for Manufacturers & Importers

BIS Enforcement Alert: Key Compliance Reminder for Manufacturers & Importers

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Mumbai Branch Office conducted an enforcement raid on 28 November 2025 at Mumbai, acting on information regarding the alleged misuse of...

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