India has increased its photovoltaic capacity 17-fold in the last 7 years

This figure was announced by India during the COP26 climate summit, reports Business Today India. The total capacity of all installed photovoltaic systems currently stands at 45 gigawatts, a 17-fold increase over the past seven years. The Indian representative further informed that in the identical period, emissions from India have increased by only 4 per cent, even though its citizens make up 17 per cent of the global population. The figures come from the biennial report India submitted to the United Nations respectively its sub-agency UNFCCC most recently in February. J R Bhatt, India’s representative and an adviser to the environment ministry, said his country remained committed to climate change mitigation and minimising its impact. For instance, 15 per cent of total CO₂ emissions in 2016 were offset through reforestation activities. The report further states that between 2015 and 2019, forest areas increased by 13,031 sq km and mangrove areas increased by 235 sq km. The manufacture and operation of solar systems is largely dependent on obtaining BIS certifications for components and systems to be approved in India.

In other Business Today India news, India’s specific climate action is the continuation of the Green Grids Initiative, a programme to expand electricity grids and photovoltaic installations. The programme was launched at the Paris climate conference in 2015 by the International Solar Alliance of India and France. In November this year, state-owned power producer NPTC said an 80 MW photovoltaic plant in Jetsar, Rajasthan, had started commercial operation. The plant is the first part of a larger project with a total capacity of 160 MW.

Electronic components or finished electronic devices require BIS certification in order to import them into India or to place them on the market. Depending on the product, a distinction is made between BIS-ISI or BIS-CRS certification; for example, photovoltaic systems fall under CRS certification. As the product list is constantly being expanded, we will be pleased to help you with an initial assessment. MPR International GmbH – India Certification will support you with a pending BIS certification and is also available at any time to answer any questions you may have.

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Indian electronics manufacturers expect massive growth within the next 3 to 4 years

With the covid crisis abating, the Indian government sees a unique opportunity to gain additional market share in the production of electronic equipment from other countries. “Every effort will be made to consolidate its position as a manufacturing hub in the electronics sector as well as to attract well-known companies to India,” Rajeev Chandrasekhar, minister for electronics and IT told the Economic Times of India. Moreover, India should continue to present itself as an innovative nation rather than just a low-cost manufacturing hub, the minister said while unveiling a report on strengthening Indian electronics exports and participation in global supply chains. A majority of all electronic products require BIS certifications in order to be imported into and used in India.

According to the minister, India has strengths in electronics and software development along with manufacturing expertise that few countries can boast of. The Secretary to the Minister, Ajay Sawheny, said that despite the sometimes severe impact of the pandemic, Indian industry was able to manufacture products worth 75 billion US dollars. Further, he said, there is an ambitious target to expand the amount to 250 billion within five years, which is a combined annual growth rate of 27 per cent. To achieve this, the ministry proposes various measures in its report. For example, production is to be expanded further and oriented more towards exports. The government is expected to reduce import duties on inputs and remove bureaucratic hurdles.

According to Chandrasekhar, India’s goal of becoming a globally important location for electronics products is currently more tangible than ever before. According to the minister’s rough estimates, the four big companies, Dell, Samsung, Apple and HP, generate around 650 billion US dollars annually. He sees no reason why at least 10 or 20 per cent of these products could not come from India. This would also increase the electronics sector’s contribution to India’s GDP from the current 3 per cent.
Electronic components or finished electronic devices need BIS certification to import them into India or put them on the market. Depending on the product, a distinction is made between BIS-ISI or BIS-CRS certification.

Since 2012, the BIS has been gradually expanding the certification catalog and continuously adding additional goods. BIS certification mandatory for many electronic products for industrial and consumer uses. Factory inspections are also required for some products.
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Price of gas cylinders continues to rise, now commercial customers also affected

The price of LPG in gas cylinders has risen again, this time by about 3 US dollars per 19 kg cylinder. However, private households can breathe easy in this price round; only commercial customers with large cylinders are affected. In India, there are regional differences in the prices for LPG and its filling in gas cylinders. In Delhi, a 19 kg cylinder now costs the equivalent of 27 US dollars, in other cities like Mumbai 26, Kolkata 28 and Chennai 28.50 US dollars. In the past month, LPG prices have been increased by about 30 cents, both for subsidised consumers like households and non-subsidised consumers like companies. A container of subsidised LPG for household use now costs the equivalent of US$2.73. Each household is entitled to purchase 12 cylinders of 14.2 kg each at discounted prices. Quantities exceeding this are considered commercial use and cost more accordingly. Meanwhile, the number of LPG users continued to rise. As of 1 July, there were around 291 million households in India using LPG for cooking and heating. In 2018-2019, there were only 265 million households. Most gas cylinders in this category, like other equipment and facilities in the oil and gas industry, require mandatory PESO certification to be allowed to be used in India.

The market for bottled LPG is growing and offers good opportunities for your company to offer gas cylinders there or to produce locally. However, most equipment, installations and facilities in the oil and gas industry must undergo mandatory PESO certification. Relevant product groups or components include gas and pressure vessels, valves and fittings or safety equipment. A complete list can be found under this link. The experts at MPR International GmbH are available to answer your questions about PESO certification or other India certifications without obligation for an initial assessment.

The Indian oil and gas industry is growing and offers good opportunities for your company to provide services and products there or to produce locally. Mandatory PESO certification for such projects are issued by the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation of India. Relevant product groups or components include gas and pressure vessels, valves and fittings, or safety equipment. A complete list can be found on the page about PESO certification mandatory products. The experts at MPR International GmbH are available to answer your questions about PESO certification or other India certifications without obligation for an initial assessment.
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Indian tyre exports to increase by 10 per cent in fiscal year 2021

Tyre exports from India increased by 10 per cent in value terms in the 2021 fiscal year, reaching the equivalent of $1.86 billion. This was reported by the industry body Automotive Tyre Manufacturers Association (ATMA). In terms of volumes provided by the Ministry of Commerce, the ATMA recorded an 8 per cent increase to around 36.4 million units of tyres. The growth in exports was caused by a sharp decline in international trade due to the Corona pandemic. In the first quarter of 2021, there was a massive 23 per cent drop in tyre exports, according to ATMA. The rapid rebound in export figures despite weak markets in the past few years is a testimony to the resilience of the Indian tyre industry, ATMA Chairman Anshuman Singhania said. The Indian government also contributed to the improvement of the situation by, among other things, restricting the illegal import of substandard tyres. Indian product certifications also play a major role in this regard, as BIS certification and AIS certification come into play in tire production, to ensure the quality of these products.

According to ATMA, Indian-made tyres are exported to more than 170 countries, including the important markets of North America and Europe. The top five buyers were the US, Germany, France, Italy and the UK. For all these countries, exports grew in double digits, according to ATMA. The US remains the most important market, accounting for 17 per cent of all tyres exported. Growth in tyre exports could continue over the next 3 to 4 years, according to the ATMA, if the government removes certain barriers such as limited access to natural rubber (latex). The ATMA urged the government to improve the availability and quality of latex. This is the only way for the Indian tyre industry to remain competitive, it said.

Tyres in India have to be certified according to the AIS guidelines. AIS stands for Automotive Industry Standards, the technical automotive standards for India. MPR International GmbH – India Certification will be pleased to assist you with AIS certification and is also available to answer any questions you may have.
AIS stands for Automotive Industry Standards, the technical automotive standards for India, while TAC stands for Type Approval Certificate. This kind of automotive product certifiation is conducted by authorities like the International Center for Automotive Technology (iCAT).

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