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International Standards

International standards are guidelines established to ensure quality and safety across various sectors. They promote consistency in products and services. These standards facilitate trade and enhance consumer protection. They also support environmental sustainability. Many countries adopt these standards to improve their own regulations. Compliance can boost a nation's reputation in the global market. Adhering to international standards fosters collaboration and innovation.

National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Overview

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is an independent statutory body in India. It was established to protect and promote human rights. These rights include life, liberty, equality,...

 February 27, 2024

Quality Council of India Hosts ‘III International Convention on Sustainable Trade and Standards’

Quality Council of India (QCI), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, played host to the 'International Convention on Sustainable Trade and Standards' (ICSTS) in New Delhi. This...

 November 3, 2023

Canada Implements Measures to Protect International Students from Fraud

Canada has announced new measures to protect international students from fraud within its International Student Program. These measures are designed to safeguard the program's integrity and the well-being...

 October 28, 2023

Govt unveils green hydrogen standards for India

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has taken a significant step towards advancing India's renewable energy agenda by introducing the green hydrogen standard. This standard outlines...

 August 21, 2023

International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre – ‘Bharat Mandapam’

India's aspirations to stand tall on the global stage took a significant stride as the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC), 'Bharat Mandapam,' was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra...

 July 27, 2023

International Seabed Authority (ISA)

The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is an international organization established under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) to manage and regulate activities related...

 July 23, 2023

ISSB Sets Global Standards to Combat Greenwashing

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has recently unveiled a new set of global rules, backed by the G20, to address the issue of greenwashing. These norms aim...

 June 29, 2023

International Container Transhipment Port (ICTP)

India, with its rapidly growing economy and increasing trade activities, is in dire need of modern and efficient port infrastructure. To address this need, the Indian government has...

 February 9, 2023

Standards National Action Plan (SNAP) 2022-27

Standardization is a critical element of a country's quality infrastructure, and it plays a crucial role in facilitating economic activities. Recognizing the significance of standardization, the Indian National...

 January 11, 2023

Indian Standards for Video Surveillance Systems

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is responsible for the development and implementation of standards in India. Recently, through its technical committee on Alarms and Electronic Security Systems,...

 January 10, 2023

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