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BIS Seeks Stakeholder Input on Three-Part Sustainability Standards Framework
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will hold a stakeholder consultation on November 12, 2026, to gather feedback on its proposed three-part Indian Standard series, Framework for Sustainability.
New Roadmap Outlines Priorities for Sustainable Manufacturing Standards in India
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released a strategic roadmap identifying priorities for new Indian Standards to support cleaner, more resource-efficient manufacturing.
BIS Publishes Practical Laboratory Safety Guide
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has published a new booklet, "Good Practices for Safety in Laboratory", bringing together safety recommendations for chemical, radiochemical, and microbiological laboratories.
BIS Launches Logo Competition for 80th Foundation Day Celebration
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and MyGov, the Government of India’s public participation platform, have launched a competition to create a commemorative BIS@80 logo for the Indian national standards body’s 80th Foundation Day celebration on January 6, 2027.
India Seeks Public Comments on Draft Standard for Waste Management at Events
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is seeking public comments on a draft Indian Standard for managing solid waste generated during events and public gatherings.
BIS Held Stakeholder Consultation on Draft Greenbelt Standard for Industrial Projects
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) held a national stakeholder consultation on September 9, 2026, on a draft Indian standard for greenbelts, or planted buffer areas around industrial sites. The draft remains open for stakeholder comments until September 22, 2026.
Young Professionals Invited to Help Shape India’s Future Environmental Standards
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is inviting young professionals and other experts to propose ideas for new environmental standards, guidelines and frameworks that could eventually form the basis of future Indian Standards.
Circular Economy Draft Standard for Construction Opens for Public Comment in India
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has opened a public consultation on a draft Indian Standard that would establish a national framework for applying circular economy principles across India's construction sector.
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, whichGlobal News
Conformity Assessment Schemes Gain Broader Guidance Under ISO/IEC 17067:2026
The second edition of ISO/IEC 17067:2026 has been released, expanding the standard's scope beyond product certification to cover all types of conformity assessment schemes.
ISO 20252:2026 Arrives With Updated Rules for AI and Market Research
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 20252:2026, introducing updated requirements for market, opinion and social research, with a stronger focus on artificial intelligence (AI), data quality and information security.
With 99% Approval, ISO 9002 Revision Moves Toward Final Draft
The revision of ISO 9002 has moved closer to completion after its Draft International Standard (DIS) received 99% approval.
IT Governance Implementation Gets New Guidance in ISO/IEC 38501-1:2026
ISO and IEC have published ISO/IEC 38501-1:2026, providing guidance on implementing effective governance of information technology (IT).
ISO 37304:2026 Published, Establishing Requirements for Compliance Management Certification Bodies
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published ISO 37304:2026 on October 16, establishing international requirements for bodies that audit and certify compliance management systems.
Project Performance and Risk Management More Closely Linked in ISO 21508:2026
The second edition of ISO 21508:2026 updates international guidance on measuring project progress and costs through earned value management (EVM).
KSQA Loses AS9100 Accreditation, Transfers Clients to Certification Body Involved in Previous Audit Controversy
K&S Quality Assessments (KSQA) has lost its accreditation to issue AS9100 aerospace quality management system certificates and is transferring affected clients to SCB IAPMO, another certification body previously involved in a controversy over aerospace certification audits.
ISO 22514-7:2026 Revises Methods for Assessing Measurement Process Capability
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 22514-7:2026, a revised standard for evaluating whether measurement processes are capable of meeting the requirements of specific measurement tasks.
PEFC Seeks Working Group Members for Revision of Three Chain of Custody and Trademarks Standards
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) has opened nominations for two working groups tasked with revising three international standards covering forest-based product traceability, certification bodies and trademark use.
IEEE Releases 2863-2026 Recommended Practice for Organizational AI Governance
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) published IEEE 2863-2026 on October 16, 2026, providing guidance for organizations on the responsible, ethical and accountable governance of artificial intelligence (AI).
IATF 16949 Audit Statistics Show Persistent Problems With Corrective Actions and Production Controls
The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) has published updated global statistics on the most common nonconformities identified during third-party certification audits against IATF 16949, the automotive quality management system standard.
