Govt Sets New BIS Standard for Safer Incense Sticks
India introduces a new BIS standard for agarbatti to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability. The move aims to protect consumers and boost exports for the ₹8,000 crore industry. Read more.
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Govt Announces New Quality Norms for Agarbatti
The Indian government has introduced new quality control orders for agarbatti (incense sticks) to curb substandard imports and support domestic manufacturers. Learn about the new standards and their impact.
New BIS Standard for Agarbatti Bans Toxic Chemicals
India introduces a new BIS standard for incense sticks, banning harmful chemicals to ensure safety and quality. This move aims to protect health and boost exports. Read more.
Pak Cleric Questions Military's 'Double Standard' on Strikes
Maulana Fazlur Rehman accuses Pakistan's military of hypocrisy in its cross-border strike policy, contrasting actions in Afghanistan with protests against India. Read the full analysis.
US Time Lags 4.8 Microseconds After Colorado Storm
A windstorm in Colorado knocked out power at a key US lab, causing the nation's official time to lag by 4.8 microseconds. Discover how extreme weather can disrupt our hyper-precise atomic clocks.
BIS Launches Standardised Hospital Billing System
The Bureau of Indian Standards introduces IS 18000 to standardise hospital bills, aiming to eliminate hidden charges and improve transparency for patients across India.
Winter Solstice 2025: Shortest Day Today
The 2025 Winter Solstice occurs today, Dec 21, at 8:33 PM IST, marking the shortest day in the Northern Hemisphere. Discover its astronomical meaning and cultural significance. Read more!
Bitcoin's 30% Slump Cuts Wall Street 2026 Forecasts
Bitcoin's sharp fall from its October peak has prompted major banks like Citi and Standard Chartered to slash their 2026 price targets. Even crypto bulls are turning cautious. What does this mean for investors?
UP Police SI DV, PST Schedule 2026 Announced
UPPRPB announces Document Verification & Physical Standard Test dates for UP Police SI recruitment 2023. DV/PST from Jan 5, 2026. Check official website for updates.
India's New Seismic Map: 61% Land in High-Risk Zones
India unveils a revised seismic zonation map, introducing a new highest-risk Zone VI for the Himalayas. The update impacts 75% of the population and aims to transform urban planning and disaster resilience.
Trichy MP Seeks SAIL Status Report on Delayed Maris RoB Steel
Trichy MP Durai Vaiko demands a status report from SAIL on steel supply for the delayed Maris Road Overbridge. He warns further delays will prolong reconstruction, impacting key city connectivity. Read more.
17 Lakh Silver Articles Get HUID Hallmark in Three Months
India hallmarks over 1.7 million silver articles with HUID in Q1, a major step to ensure purity and curb fake certification. Read the full report.
Silver HUID Mandate Sees 1.6M Hallmarks in 3 Months
India's mandatory HUID for silver sees massive uptake with 1.6M pieces hallmarked. Southern region leads. Verify purity via BIS CARE app. Boost for consumer trust.
India Withdraws 22 Quality Orders, Updates Key Standards
India withdraws 22 difficult quality control orders for chemicals, easing compliance, while upgrading standards for telecom, cybersecurity, lifts, and gas stoves to modernize infrastructure.
Scented Candles, Agarbatti Health Risks Revealed
A Harvard-trained doctor warns that popular scented candles and incense sticks can damage lungs and cause 'chemical pneumonia'. Discover safer alternatives for your home.
Dia Mirza Calls Out Ageism Against Women in Bollywood
Actor Dia Mirza highlights the stark inequality in Bollywood where older men are romantic leads but women 'disappear' from screens. She demands visibility and dignity for aging women.
Maharashtra cancels mismatched birth, death certificates
Maharashtra govt cancels birth/death certificates not matching SOP. 14 districts flagged for irregularities. Read the full report on the state's corrective action.
India mulls QCO on food processing machines
India plans Quality Control Orders for food processing machinery to curb substandard Chinese imports, boost safety, and reduce 41% import dependency. Read more.
India's New Seismic Map: Himalayan Arc in Zone VI
India releases updated seismic zonation map placing entire Himalayan arc in highest-risk Zone VI for first time. 61% of India now in moderate to high hazard zones. New building codes mandate stricter safety standards.
Haryana removes unsafe sports gear after player death
Haryana government orders removal of sub-standard sports equipment statewide after national basketball player's tragic death in Rohtak. Safety audit initiated.
India's New Cybersecurity & Wind Energy Standards by 2026
India introduces 12 new standards for cybersecurity, wind energy, and homeopathic medicines, with an April 2026 compliance deadline. This move modernizes regulations and aligns with global benchmarks for safer infrastructure and consumer products.
BWSSB: National Model with Robotic Leak Detection
Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar announces BWSSB as India's water utility model after adopting robotic leak-detection technology for clean drinking water in Bengaluru.
Trump Pushes Federal AI Rules to Counter China Threat
US President Trump demands Congress create one federal AI standard, warning state-level rules help China catch up. Will lawmakers act before December deadline?
Government Withdraws Viscose Fibre Quality Control Order
Indian government removes Viscose Staple Fibre from quality control mandate after BIS consultation. Learn how this impacts textile industry stakeholders.
India's FSSAI Overhauls Alcohol Standards
FSSAI plans major alcohol reforms: stricter quality control, 'standard drink' labels, and clearer norms to promote responsible drinking in India's $50 billion market. Learn more.
Quality Control Orders Fail Indian Industries: NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog report reveals how Quality Control Orders hurt MSME competitiveness and exports. Learn how India is overhauling standards framework to boost manufacturing.
Govt Withdraws BIS Norms on Polyester, Polymers
Centre withdraws quality control orders on polyester and petrochemical inputs, providing cost relief for MSMEs in textiles and manufacturing sectors while increasing import competition.
Govt Withdraws 14 BIS Quality Orders for Business Ease
Indian government withdraws 14 BIS quality control orders, marking significant ease of doing business reform. Learn how this benefits industry and manufacturing growth.
Heat Study May Raise Packaging Norms for Food Delivery
India launches study on plastic food packaging safety amid rising temperatures. Findings could revise compliance norms for Zomato and Swiggy, impacting the $48 billion food delivery market.
Karnataka HC introduces digital SOP for POCSO victims
Karnataka High Court establishes technology-driven SOP including digital portal for POCSO cases management. New system ensures victim anonymity with real-time tracking and automatic alerts for deadline breaches.
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