Ministry of Steel
The Ministry of Steel is set to launch Special Campaign 5.0 from October 2 to October 31, 2025, focusing on e-Waste management and mechanised cleaning practices. This campaign aims to enhance cleanliness, sustainability, and governance efficiency, building on the achievements of the previous campaign. Key areas of focus include
Ministry of Steel
The Ministry of Steel has issued an advisory regarding the repeated applications for No Objection Certificates (NOC) for steel imports, which are often rejected. Companies can appeal the rejection within three months through the SIMS portal. The Appellate Committee will review the appeals and make decisions within 15 days, allowing
Ministry of Steel
The Ministry of Steel will conduct an Open House on July 29-30, 2025, at Udyog Bhavan, New Delhi, to address issues related to SIMS, QCOs, and NOCs for steel imports. Companies and associations can present their concerns by emailing for a confirmed time slot. Participation is limited to 15 representatives
Ministry of Steel
The newly launched Ministry of Steel website improves transparency, accessibility, and efficiency with a user-friendly interface, robust cybersecurity, and multilingual support via BHASHINI. The Ministry tracks its impact on public participation and service delivery through website traffic and user engagement metrics, while also promoting awareness through targeted social media campaigns.
CSR Funds
The Ministry of Steel mandates that Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) allocate at least 2% of their average net profits from the last three financial years for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. The report details the CSR spending of various CPSEs over the last three years, highlighting the financial challenges
Ministry of Steel
The Ministry of Steel has issued a clarificatory order regarding the Quality Control Order on steel products, stating that intermediate materials must adhere to BIS standards. Following stakeholder consultations, exemptions have been granted for certain imports and Integrated Steel Plants (ISPs) regarding compliance requirements. The order aims to facilitate smoother
Ministry of Steel
The Ministry of Steel has clarified that all intermediate materials used in the manufacturing of steel products must comply with BIS Standards. This order aims to ensure parity between domestic producers and imports, prevent the import of substandard steel, and maintain the quality of finished products. The ministry emphasizes that