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A key conference focused at promoting global TV technology standards was recently held in India. Delegates and representatives from a number of nations, including Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Congo, Egypt, France, Gambia, Germany, India, Japan, Kenya, Korea, Myanmar, Nepal, Palestine, Sri Lanka, Syria, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Ukraine, and others, attended the meeting, which was organised by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). The occasion was significant since it was the first time India has hosted ITU-T Study Group 9 (SG-9) in person following the COVID-19 outbreak. The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a UN organisation founded in 1865, works to improve access to Information and Communications Technologies (ICTs) in underserved areas, facilitate global radio spectrum and satellite orbit allocation, and facilitate international connectivity in communication networks. ITU…

Srinagar, June 11: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Governing Council's sixth meeting came to an end on Saturday. The conference was presided over by Ashwini Kumar Choubey, minister of state for the ministries of consumer affairs, food and public distribution, and environment, forest, and climate change. Senior BIS executives and members of the Governing Council were present at the meeting, where they praised the organization's recent efforts and numerous initiatives.As part of BIS's "learning science via standards" effort, Minister Ashwini Kumar Choubey unveiled 10 lesson plans for teachers and students during the conference. These lesson plans have been written in clear, basic language to make it easier for pupils to understand. The BIS theme music was also made public at the meeting, along with the "Manak Rath" knowledge-sharing platform…

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has created a new category of alcoholic beverages called "Ready to Drink" or low-alcohol beverages. These beverages have an alcohol content of 0.5-8%.The FSSAI has also laid down the standards, composition, and definition of these beverages, as well as the safety parameters to be adopted.Low-alcohol beverages can be made from spirits, a mixture of spirits, or any alcoholic beverage other than wine and beer. They can have natural, nature-identical, or artificial flavors, and/or food additives permitted under the regulations concerned. They can also be mixed with fruit or vegetable juice, with or without added sugar/salt, and with or without carbonation.Industry players have welcomed the move, saying that it will help to clarify the market for low-alcohol beverages and ready-to-drink products. They…

The Indian government has banned 14 fixed-dose combination (FDC) drugs, citing that there is "no therapeutic justification" for these medicines. The ban comes after a review by an expert committee, which found that the drugs were not safe or effective.FDCs are combinations of two or more drugs in a fixed dosage. They are often marketed as a single, convenient pill or capsule. However, the expert committee found that many FDCs were not necessary and could actually be harmful.For example, the committee found that the combination of Nimesulide and Paracetamol was not effective in treating pain and inflammation. In fact, the committee found that Nimesulide could actually increase the risk of liver damage.The committee also found that the combination of Chlorpheniramine and Codeine was not effective in treating coughs. In fact,…

Micro and small plastic packaging producers in India have appealed to the central government for exemption from the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulatory regime. The producers argue that the EPR regime is too complex and burdensome for them to comply with, and that it threatens the survival of their businesses and the jobs of over 20 lakh people. The EPR regime was introduced in the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016. It requires producers, importers, and brand owners of plastic packaging to ensure that their waste is recycled or disposed of properly. The regime is designed to reduce plastic pollution and to promote a circular economy. The micro and small plastic packaging producers argue that the EPR regime is too complex for them to comply with. They say that they lack…

Plastic pollution is a major environmental problem that is impacting countries all over the world. India is no exception. The country generates an estimated 25,940 tonnes of plastic waste per day, but only about 60% of this waste is recycled. The rest ends up in landfills, oceans, and other natural spaces, where it can harm wildlife and pollute the environment. There are a number of challenges to managing plastic waste in India. One challenge is that the country has a large population, which means that there is a lot of plastic waste being generated. Another challenge is that India has a limited infrastructure for collecting and managing waste. In addition, there is a lack of awareness about the harmful effects of plastic pollution, which can lead to people littering and…

Leading fashion industry brands, including Adidas, Bestseller, C&A, H&M Group, Inditex and VF Corp., have called for a transition to a circular economy for textiles in the European Union. The brands, which collectively represent over 70% of the European apparel market, released a set of principles that outline how the fashion industry can move towards a more sustainable future. The principles focus on four key areas: Design: The principles call for the use of more sustainable materials and the design of products that are more durable and easy to repair or recycle. Manufacture: The principles call for the use of more sustainable manufacturing practices, such as water-saving and energy-efficient processes. Use: The principles call for the promotion of longer product lifetimes, such as through rental, resale and repair programs. End-of-life: The principles call for…

With the summer heat in full swing, many people are turning to their air conditioners to stay cool. However, air conditioners can be expensive to run, especially if they are not properly maintained. Here are a few tips on how to boost your AC's cooling capacity and reduce your electricity bill: Get your air conditioner serviced regularly. A professional can clean and inspect your AC unit, and make sure that it is running properly. This will help to ensure that your AC is using the least amount of energy possible. Set the temperature correctly. The ideal temperature for your home is 24°C. For every degree that you lower the temperature, your AC will use about 6% more energy. So, if you can, try to keep the temperature in your home a little…

The BIS Certification Process - A Comprehensive Guide India is a rapidly growing market with over a billion people, and being able to sell your products there could be a huge boost to your business. However, if you want to sell your electronic products in India, you'll need to get BIS certification. In this guide, we'll take a look at what BIS certification is, what products need it, and how to go about getting it. BIS Certification Fees Before we dive into the certification process, let's talk about fees. If you're looking to get BIS certification, you'll need to pay a fee. The amount you'll need to pay will depend on a few different factors, including the type of product you're looking to certify, and the number of models you…

New Delhi: Health and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Medical Devices Committee, PHDCCI in association with Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Govt. of India organized third series of Self Sufficiency in Medical Technology on “India to be an attractive destination for MedTech”. The Guest of Honour of the session was Dr. P.B.N. Prasad, Joint Drugs Controller General of India, CDSCO. In his remarks said that the regulator is the last part of the system. In the next decade India should be a medical devices hub and to make that possible, the govt is focusing on the Harmonizing the devices, policy framework, quality management system, harmonizing and creative a conducive system for the manufacturer. He further mentioned that Regulators are also facing several technical challenges now a day, country is dependent…