Ilma Siddiqua

The Womaniya Initiative has completed seven years. The initiative was launched under the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) on January 14, 2019. This provides more opportunities for women entrepreneurs in the government procurement process. The initiative has achieved success in the past seven years. More than 200,000 women-led small businesses are registered on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) […]

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) provides product certification to ensure the quality and safety of products in India. Manufacturers had to meet specific testing rules and laboratory requirements for this certification. The biggest requirement was having their own or an in-house testing laboratory. On December 16, 2025, BIS issued a new circular, which comes […]

Fancy copper alloy taps and stop valves are being used in residential buildings, commercial establishments, and government water supply systems. These products play an important role in controlling the flow of water, maintaining pressure, and ensuring a hygienic water supply. However, the use of low-quality taps and valves can cause leakage, rusting, water pollution, and […]

Customers have been using tiles, tableware, and sanitaryware for many years. Currently, the industry is evolving into a growing market. Customers are moving towards upgraded and innovative machinery and raw materials; improvement in the quality of the products. Now the use of ceramics in India is on the rise. Ceramics are now becoming a demanding […]

If you want to form a company or take charge as a director of an organization in India, the first thing you need is a DIN (Director Identification Number). This number clearly shows your position as a director in government documents. If you only have a PAN or Aadhaar, the company cannot sign documents or […]

A Drug License is the first thing you need to obtain before starting a pharmacy. It is essential to follow the law for selling and stocking medicines, because mismanagement is harmful to customers’ health. Under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940, obtaining a Drug License is mandatory for every pharmacy. A valid retail drug license […]

Introduction Micro, Small, & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are considered the backbone of the Indian Economy, significantly contributing towards Employment, Innovation, and GDP of India. To further simplify; the MSME classification and registration, the Indian Government introduced the UDYAM Registration system in place of the MSME registration process. One of the most important aspects of this […]

India’s regulatory landscape is experiencing a radical change with the implementation of the Omnibus Technical Regulation (OTR) Second Amendment 2025. It is a comprehensive framework intended to improve product quality, safety, and compliance across industries. The project is led by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), and this initiative highlights the government’s commitment to align […]

Introduction The Ministry of Steel launched SARAL SIMS (Steel Import Monitoring System) on 20 November 2025. The Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS) is designed to streamline compulsory registration for enterprises handling consignment and small export-oriented imports. Every regulatory update can directly impact compliance, competitiveness, and import costs for small importers and export-linked businesses in India’s […]

The international market is now in high demand for safe, low-residue, and responsibly produced tea. The government now focuses on whether safety, environmental protection, and worker welfare are maintained at every stage of tea production. The Tea Board is re-emphasizing strict adherence to food safety standards. So, the Plant Protection Code (PPC) 2025 has been […]

The Assam Pollution Control Board (APCB) grants Auto-Renewal of CTE in Assam before starting a new industry as per the Water and Air Act. Earlier, industries had to go through multiple steps, submit documents, and make frequent visits to the office to renew this approval. If the project were not completed within the stipulated time, […]

The Government of India has announced the “Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025.” The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying issue the rules that aim to make fishing within Indian maritime boundaries more regulated, responsible, and sustainable. The government is trying to protect ocean biodiversity and the livelihoods […]

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) ensures the quality and safety of various products in India. Recently, they have published a new standard for Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) or Uninterruptible Power Supply Equipment, IS 16242 (Part 1):2025 / IEC 62040-1:2017. This ensures that two amendments have been added in 2021 and 2022. Earlier, it was […]

Every brand wants to create a unique identity in today’s business world. A trademark helps to create this identity and increase the band’s credibility. It ensures legal protection for your brand name, logo, or design. It can’t be copied or used by others. Two types of symbols appear with trademarks-™ and ®. ™ is used […]