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India’s Surge in Electric Vehicle Adoption
The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways recently released data showcasing a significant uptick in electric vehicle (EV) registrations. From a modest 130,254 EVs in 2018, the numbers have skyrocketed to 847,439 by 2023, indicating a growing preference for sustainable transportation. EVs and EV-specific components can be subject to AIS-certification, BIS-certification, and Battery Waste Management regulations in India.
To support this momentum, the government has been proactive and launched the “Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles in India” (FAME India) Scheme. The FAME India Scheme emphasizes the electrification of public and shared transportation. Moreover, the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme was established to financially back the EV sector and make these vehicles more accessible to the public.
Further sweetening the deal for potential EV owners, the government has granted battery-operated vehicles permit exemptions and has waived off their registration fees, making the transition to green transportation even more appealing.
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Exemption of Repeater Parameters for Mobile Networks under MTCTE in India
A general exemption for the test parameters listed below relating to the essential requirements of amplifiers for mobile network products notified under the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) is granted till June 30, 2023 or further orders. Mobile network products usually require TEC certification or also WPC certification to be approved for import and distribution in India.
The Department of Telecommunications, Government of India, prepares Indian Standards (IS) for the import of non-Indian products. The test requirements are part of the standards.
| S. No | Product Name | Parameter Name (according to basic requirement) | Standard Name (according to basic requirement) |
| 1 | Repeater for cellular network | GSM Repeater Station Operation Frequency | NFAP.Annex-F |
| GSM Repeater Station Parameter | 3GPP TS51 .026 und TS 45.005. Annex-F6 | ||
| WCDMA Repeater Station Parameters | 3GPP TS 25.143. Annex-F7 | ||
| WCDMA Repeater Station Operation Frequency | NFAP.Annex-F | ||
| LTE Repeater Station Operation Frequency | NFAP.Annex-F |
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FAQ on the Quality Control Order for Footwear
As part of the mandatory BIS certification forfootwear starting in July 2023, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) answered a number of frequently asked questions regarding the new QCO (Quality Control Order) also published in July of 2023.
BIS publishes a Quality Control Order (QCO) for all products requiring certification. After this publication the BIS-ISI certification ofthose products will be mandatory. After the QCO comes into effect, none of the affected products may be imported into India without first successfully completing the certification process.
Among other, the FAQ on “QUALITY CONTROL ORDERS FOR FOOTWEAR PRODUCTS” provides the following information:
- Which categories of footwear are affected by the QCO:
- Personal protective equipment
- Leather and other materials shoes
- Shoes made of solid rubber and solid plastic.
- Manufacturers of products with recently changed standards will be given 6 months implementation time to respond to QCO’s:
- Sports shoes (falls under IS 15844 (Part 1 and Part 2):2023)
- Hawaii Chappal (falls under IS 10702:2023)
- Sandal and slipper (falls under IS 6721:2023)”
- Manufacturers who have several production plants must have all plants certified in which shoes that are exported to India are produced.
Other questions answered in the FAQ include:
- Different types of shoes are manufactured in my factory. Do I have to apply for a separate certification for each model?
- Do QCOs only apply to finished footwear or also footwear components/materials?
- Do I have to test my certified shoes regularly after receiving the license?
- Do I have to do the tests mentioned in the Indian Standard myself or can I contract them out to a BIS approved lab?
- And more…
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BIS Guideline for Parallel Testing of Electronic Products
As a pilot project, parallel testing and certification was introduced for mobile phones only. BIS certification requirements are relevant for mobile phones including critical components such as cell, battery and adapter.
The applications received in the last six months have been relatively low. BIS has decided to expand the pilot project to include two more product categories.
1. Wireless headphones and earphones
2. Tablet/Laptop/Notebook
The process for the BIS registration (CRS) can be lengthy due to the number of product tests and component tests required. With parallel testing, battery testing can be initiated as soon as the BIS-approved testing laboratory releases the cell report, and host product testing can be initiated as soon as the BIS-approved laboratory releases the battery report, without waiting for the battery to be BIS-registered. Thus, the overall certification time can be shortened.
Guidelines for the implementation of parallel tests:
1) This refers to Registration/Guidelines RG: 01 dated December 15, 2022, regarding “Guidelines for Grant of Licence (GoL) under Conformity Assessment Scheme II of Schedule II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018” and Registration Guidelines RG:01 dated December 16, 2022.
2) These guidelines allow for the parallel testing of electronic products covered by the BIS compulsory registration scheme (CRS). These guidelines are voluntary in nature and manufacturers will continue to be able to submit applications for registration to BIS sequentially according to the existing procedure.
3) All components that must be registered under the CRS can be tested in parallel in one of the BIS-approved laboratories. In parallel testing, the laboratory will test the first component and issue a test report. This test report number, together with the name of the laboratory, will be included in the test report of the second component. This procedure is also used for the subsequent components and the final product.
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Deadline Extension for BIS-ISI Certification IS 15490: 2017 of CNG Tanks
The implementation deadline for BIS-ISI certification to IS 15490:2017, which relates to “Seamless Steel Cylinders for On-Board Storage of Compressed Natural Gas as a Fuel for Automotive Vehicles”, has been extended. The deadline for compliance with the amendment, originally set for June 2, 2023, is now June 2, 2024. This deadline extension for the BIS certification is due to requests from manufacturers and users.
In June 2021, Amendment No. 1 was published together with guidelines for its implementation. While the extension allows additional time for implementation, all relevant organizations are encouraged to promptly notify licensees and applicants and ensure that Amendment No. 1 is fully implemented within the new deadline.
Despite the extension, it is important to note that the other provisions and instructions contained in Circular No. CMD-III/16: IS 15490, issued on 7 July 2021, remain unchanged. Manufacturers and users should therefore continue to adhere to the existing guidelines and requirements of the circular.
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