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The Indian government has directed oil companies to sell petrol blended with up to 20 per cent ethanol and a minimum RON of 95 from April 1, 2026. This move aims to reduce oil imports, cut emissions, and boost demand for crops like sugarcane and maize.

The Southern States Consumer Coordination Committee has urged the Bureau of Indian Standards to set up Standards Clubs in schools and colleges across Telangana. The delegation also met TGRERA officials and sought strict action against illegal real estate constructions

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) seized 225 uncertified consumer goods worth Rs 8 lakh during a raid in Secunderabad. Items like mixers, cookers, fans and irons were found without BIS certification, violating the BIS Act, 2016

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced internship opportunities for 500 students from its partner institutions in the field of standardisation.

P.V. Srikanth, Director and Head of BIS Hyderabad, inaugurated the program, emphasizing the importance of adopting safety standards to protect the well-being of workers. V.V. Sasi Kumar, retired Deputy Chief Inspector of Factories and Secretary of the National Security Council, Telangana Chapter, conducted a session on the urgent need for effective safety measures in industries, highlighting strategies to reduce occupational hazards.

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs announced that the new department will focus on promoting the safety, efficacy, and quality of Ayush products and practices, which include traditional Indian systems of medicine like Ayurveda, yoga, naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and homeopathy.

The charging standard designed and engineered in India, paves the way for common LEV AC and DC system that will benefit all sections of the EV ecosystem from owners and vehicle manufacturers to charge point operators.

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry had made BIS Certification (ISI Mark) for toys mandatory with effect from January 1, 2021, and designated the BIS as the enforcing authority.

The guidelines, prescribing specific responsibilities for the review author and the review administrator, went live on Friday and are now applicable to every online platform which publishes consumer reviews.

Kothagudem: Security guards and rescue team members of Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), conducted a motorbike rally at Rudrampur here on Tuesday to create awareness on helmet use. The rally was organised under the aegis of Kothagudem Area S&PC Department, the company’s security wing. Speaking on the occasion the special officer to GM, Koti Reddy […]

After obtaining the BIS license, the FBO should furnish its details in online annual return, said FSSAI.

Awareness drive planned in fluoride-hit villages of Nalgonda district from this month