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DPIIT issues guidelines for alternative quality certification pathway for toys, AC, PPE makersBusinesses producing items like toys, personal protective equipment, and air conditioners can now get product quality certification through...- India notifies QCO enabling flexible sourcing framework for some sectorsIndia has unveiled a new Quality Control Order for 2026, offering a flexible sourcing framework for key industries like toys and electronic...
- Stainless steel sector MSMEs flag import surge, urges govt to reintroduce quality control orderIndian stainless steel MSMEs are urging the government to reinstate a quality control order after its suspension led to a surge in cheap Ch...
- SEZ import relief to fast track chip projectsIndia's semiconductor manufacturing sector is set for a major boost. New rules exempt imports for Special Economic Zones from quality check...
- A 1% problem that can derail India’s factory lines as tiny screws throw big tantrumsA recent analysis highlights that stringent regulations on fasteners, a seemingly minor expense, are leading to significant production hurd...
- Govt should cap charges of product testing under quality control order: GTRIHigh testing and certification costs for Quality Control Orders (QCOs) are pushing many MSME importers out of business, according to GTRI. ...
- Quality control question: India's promise of zero-defect products runs into harsh business realityIndia quality control rules: As the number of products under mandatory quality control jumps to almost 800, Delhi is rolling back some prov...
- Steel Ministry eases imports, extends quality control order exemptionThe Centre has relaxed several steel import rules to simplify compliance and support smaller businesses. The steel ministry has launched th...
- Reimagining QCO framework offers the next critical frontier for Indian industriesIndia's Quality Control Orders (QCOs) are currently facing criticism. While designed to safeguard consumers and enhance local manufacturing...
- Centre may relax quality control compliance window for steel intermediatesThe Steel Ministry is likely to grant a 15-20 day grace period before enforcing quality control orders on intermediate steel materials, add...
- MSMEs demand supportive compliance frameworks as QCO burden mountsQuality norms should be designed to support MSMEs rather than stifle their growth, say industry leaders.
- Piyush Goyal to consider industry plea for extension of QCO deadline for electrical appliancesCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is considering extending the implementation timeline for the quality control order (QCO) on ele...
- BIS to offer internship for 500 students from partner institutionsThe Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has unveiled internship opportunities for 500 students from partner institutions, focusing on standard...
- Electrical goods testing allowed at parts makers' labsIndia has revised its quality control rules for electrical goods, permitting testing and certification at labs owned by equipment makers. T...
- Govt mandates use of fire-resistant upholstery fabrics in non-domestic furnitureThe government has enforced new regulations requiring fire-resistant upholstery fabrics in non-domestic furniture to enhance public safety....
- Centre relaxes quality control regime on steel and textilesThe Centre has exempted inputs used in export products from quality control orders issued by the Steel Ministry, DPIIT, and Textiles Minist...
- Government rolls out mandatory quality norms for solar cables, cast iron productsA notification in this regard was issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) on August 25. Items under S...
- Government rolls out mandatory quality norms for nuts, boltsThe Indian government has implemented mandatory quality norms for nuts, bolts and fasteners to curb the import of sub-standard goods and bo...
- Mandatory footwear quality standards to come into force from Jul 1, curb sub-standard imports: BIS DGThe QCO for 24 footwear and related products were notified in October 2020 and thereafter extension was given thrice before making it manda...
- Footwear quality standards: July 1 deadline stays, MSMEs includedGoyal said these orders would help in increasing production of quality footwear, exports and establishing Indian brands in the global marke...
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