Ministry of Steel
The Ministry of Steel has revised import regulations to enhance ease of doing business by eliminating the need for No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for steel grades not covered under Quality Control Orders (QCOs). Importers can now generate SIMS numbers directly through the Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS) Portal. For QCO-covered
World Standards Day
On World Standards Day 2025, Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi announced the harmonization of Quality Control Orders (QCOs) to combat substandard goods while supporting the MSME sector. He emphasized the importance of standards in ensuring safety, quality, and trust, and highlighted India's progress in aligning national standards with
Chemical Exporters
The Indian government has extended the Export Obligation period for chemical exporters from 6 months to 18 months under the Advance Authorization scheme for products under Quality Control Orders (QCOs). This decision, made by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) at the request of the Department of Chemicals and
Export Obligation
The Indian government has extended the Export Obligation period for chemical products under Advance Authorization from 6 months to 18 months. This decision, made by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) at the request of the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC), aims to provide relief to exporters and
Textile Exporters
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has extended the Export Obligation (EO) period under Advance Authorisation for textile products from 6 months to 18 months, providing significant relief to exporters of man-made fibre (MMF) and technical textiles. This measure, along with the exemption of import duty on cotton until
Quality Control Orders
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, announced a significant increase in Quality Control Orders (QCOs) in India, growing from 14 to 156 over the past decade. This initiative aims to strengthen the quality ecosystem by identifying testing needs, supporting MSMEs, and increasing stakeholder participation. The government is
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