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Osmania University Earns Four ISO Management System Certifications
Osmania University in Hyderabad, India, has earned four ISO management system certifications from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), covering education, environmental management, energy management and food safety.
India Introduces New Vegan Food Logo Requirements
India has introduced a new official logo for vegan food products, with updated labeling requirements taking effect on July 1, 2027.
BIS Opens Consultation on Adoption of ISO 17298 and ISO 17620 Biodiversity Standards
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has opened a public consultation on the adoption of two International Organization for Standardization (ISO) biodiversity standards as Indian Standards: ISO 17298:2025 and ISO 17620:2025.
BIS Releases Standards Watch 35 and June 2026 Manak Samachar
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released Standards Watch 35, focused on environmental protection and sustainability, alongside the June 2026 edition of Manak Samachar, which
Standards Watch 34 Looks at BIS Measures to Ease Certification Requirements
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has dedicated Standards Watch 34 to how certification and standards can support ease of doing business in India.
India Adopts ISO 14001:2026 as National Environmental Management Standard
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has published IS/ISO 14001:2026 as an identical adoption of ISO 14001:2026, updating India’s national framework for environmental management systems.
BIS Standards-Excellence Awards Presented to IIT Roorkee Students
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) presented the BIS Standards-Excellence Awards on May 13 to students and researchers at IIT Roorkee.
FSC Launches Investigation Into Audit Integrity in India
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has commissioned Assurance Services International (ASI), which monitors FSC certification bodies, to investigate concerns about the quality and integrity of FSC audits in India.
BIS Releases Manak Samachar May Edition and Standards Watch 33
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released the May edition of its Manak Samachar monthly newsletter and a new episode of its Standards Watch video series, covering recent developments in Indian standardization and workforce training.
ISO 59020 Revision Starts With Indian Experts in Prominent Roles
Work has officially started within ISO/TC 323 Working Group 3 on revising ISO 59020, the international standard for measuring and assessing circularity performance.
Medical Implants Lead BIS Standards Watch 32 Episode
Medical implant safety and performance are the central topic of the 32nd edition of Standards Watch by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS),
India Calls for Input on ISO 24515 Committee Draft on Microplastics in Water Systems
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is inviting stakeholder comments on ISO/CD 24515, a draft international standard on managing microplastics in water supply systems, with a deadline of April 25, 2026.Global News
SIS Opens Draft ISO 9002 for Public Comment
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has opened public access to the draft version of ISO 9002, allowing organizations and quality professionals to read and comment on the official guidance for applying ISO 9001 before the document is finalized.
Busy Week Brings Four Automotive Quality Updates
It has been a busy week for automotive quality, with four significant updates released for the sector.
ISO 33400:2026 Sets International Vocabulary for Reference Materials
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 33400:2026, updating the international vocabulary for reference materials (RM) and certified reference materials (CRM).
TIC Council Backs ISO 14019 as Framework for Sustainability Assurance
The International Association for Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC Council) has published a paper urging policymakers to recognize the ISO 14019 series as the framework for sustainability assurance,
IFS Updates Progress Scoring Guide for Food and Logistics Programs
International Featured Standards (IFS) has updated its Progress Scoring System brochure following the recent launch of IFS Progress Logistics 2.
CQI Announces International Quality Awards 2026 Winners
The Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) announced the winners of the International Quality Awards 2026 during the Quality Live event in London on June 25,
IAQG Centralizes Aerospace Auditor Authentication
The International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) has centralized the authentication of aerospace quality management system auditors, replacing the previous network of independent Auditor Authentication Bodies (AABs).
FSC Revised Trademark Standard Takes Effect
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) has launched a new online training course to support implementation of its revised trademark standard, FSC-STD-50-001 V3-0, which takes effect on July 1, 2026.
SIS Offers Free Access to ISO 45001 Draft
The Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS) has made the proposed second edition of ISO 45001 - draft available for free download and public review,
ISO/DIS 9002 Ballot Opens for Comment
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released ISO/DIS 9002 for ballot, opening the international comment period on the revision of the guidance standard for applying ISO 9001.
Public Consultation Opens on ISO 14060, First International Standard for Net Zero Alignment
ISO 14060, the first international standard for net zero alignment, has entered public consultation.
