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MeitY Issues Guidelines for Revised IS 18112 on Digital TV Receivers for Satellite Broadcast.

MeitY Issues Guidelines for Revised IS 18112 on Digital Television Satellite Broadcast Compliance

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued the Guidelines for the implementation of revised IS 18112 “Digital Television Receiver (DTR) for Satellite Broadcast Transmission Specification”.

Overview:

As per the order released by MeitY on 23rd April 2023, the requirement of installation of ‘DTR (in-built satellite Tuner)’ in product ‘Plasma/ LCD/ LED TVs / Televisions’ for the reception of digital satellite Free-To-Air (FTA) TV and Radio signals as per IS 18112 was notified.

Initially, the date of implementation was 25th April 2025, which was superseded by MeitY’s order dated 20 Mar 2025, as per which the implementation date of IS 18112 is extended till 26 October 2025.

What’s New

Recently, IS 18112:2022 has been revised and published as IS 18112:2025 ‘DTR for Satellite Broadcast Transmission Specification (First Revision).

As per the notification issued by BIS dated 18th September 2025, IS 18112:2022 and IS 18112:2025 will be running concurrently till 30th December 2025.

After 30th December 2025, only IS 18112:2025 will be valid.

Applications as per IS 616: 2017/IEC 60065: 2014 will only be accepted that are submitted before 25th September 2025 and must comply with IS 18112 before 26th October.

What Applicants need to do:

All applicants of television sets should incorporate the requirement of IS 18112 along with the safety requirements as per IS 616 before 26th October 2025. Or else the models will be deleted from the scope. This would also call for an ‘R’ no. Cancellation, if no model within a registration complies with IS 18112.

DTR installation in registered models: The applicant needs to apply for the Inclusion of the Model as per IS 18112, along with a complete test report of IS 616:2017/IEC 60065: 2014, if the model is already registered, but did not have the DTR earlier. After installing the DTR, testing as per IS 18112 must be performed by BIS BIS-approved laboratory, and inclusion must be submitted.

DTR presence in registered models: If existing models already have a DTR, the applicant must apply through the “Standard Revision/Amendment/ Essential Requirement” module along with the test report of IS 18112. Ensuring the series guidelines exist as per IS 616.

The applicant shall also submit an undertaking stating that such existing models already have a DTR and were tested as per IS 616:2017/IEC 60065:201. The lab shall also mention the test report number as per IS 616 within the test report as per IS 18112, referring to the models that comply with both IS 18112 and IS 616.

The applications submitted without the test report of IS 18112 will be processed until 25th September 2025 only.

Before 30th December 2025, Test reports with either of the standards, i.e. IS 18112:2022 or IS 18112:2025, will be valid. After 30th Dec, 2025, test reports as per IS 18112: 2025 are only acceptable.

Applicants applying as per IS 18112:2022 must note that they need to apply for standard revision as per IS 18112:2025 before 30th December 2025. Additionally, they need to provide a declaration stating “they will implement the requirements of IS 18112:2025, in the applied models by the last date of concurrent running,” i.e. 30th Dec, 2025.

Standard Mark & Licensing 

Once approved by BIS, licenses will display both IS 616/IEC 60065 and IS 18112 standards.

A single registration number will apply for both standards, displayed below the Standard Mark.

Below is the sample logo

What’s New in IS 18112:2025? 
Major changes are as follows: 

Definitions have been aligned with IS 1885 (Part 24): 2023/ IEC 60050-723:1997, ensuring standardised terminology.  IS 1885 (Part 24) is an Indian standard from BIS that provides an electrotechnical vocabulary specifically for the field of sound and television broadcasting.

 For safety requirements, IS/IEC 62368-1 has also been included along with IS 616, which needs to be selected as per the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). IS/IEC 62368-1 supersedes IS 616.

Annexure B has been included, listing all the abbreviations used in the standard.

The power consumption certification requirement has been removed as per the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) standard.

The Specification and Performance Requirements table now includes Compliance Criteria and Test Methods, providing guidance related to Test procedures to meet the compliance requirements.

Mute –to unmute, mute functionality has been added in the Remote control

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: Guidelines for the implementation of revised IS 18112

Guidelines for Implementation of IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 /IEC 62031: 2018

BIS Releases Implementation Guidelines for Revised IS 161032025 Standard

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has revised IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 and published it as IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 / IEC 62031:2018. This standard specifies the safety requirements for LED modules used in general lighting.

Highlight Point:

Both the old (2012) and new (2025) versions will run concurrently up to 21st January 2026. After this date, IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 will be withdrawn, and only the 2025 edition will remain valid.

Key Changes:

New definitions have been added for replaceable LED module, non-replaceable LED module, and non-user-replaceable LED module.

The marking clause has been restructured, and an overview table has been introduced.

Marking requirements for built-in LED modules have been modified.

The entry for working voltage marking has been updated.

Annexe B has been deleted.

Information for luminaire design with regard to working voltage and water contact has been added.

An abnormal temperature test has been included.

A photobiological safety test has also been added.

Important points for existing licensees:

All licensees must shift to IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 / IEC 62031:2018 by 21 January 2026. After this deadline, licences based on the 2012 standard will no longer be valid.

Licensees must submit complete test reports from BIS-recognised laboratories for all lead models under their licence that were earlier tested as per the 2012 edition.

Licensees must also provide an undertaking confirming that all other series models under their licence meet the requirements of the 2025 edition.

Failure to comply with the deadline may lead to cancellation of the licence or deletion of models from the licence scope.

Important points for new applicants:

Applications already under process (samples submitted/test reports issued) may continue under the old 2012 standard.

Fresh applications may be processed as per either the old or revised standard until the last date of implementation. Applicants choosing the old standard must give a declaration that they will switch to the 2025 edition by the deadline.

After 21 January 2026, all new licences will only be granted as per the revised standard.

Change in Scope of Licence:

Requests for change in scope will follow the same provisions as for new applicants.

Such changes under the old standard will only be allowed until either the licensee switches over to the new standard or until the implementation deadline, whichever is earlier.

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: Guidelines for implementation of IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 /IEC 62031: 2018

BIS-ISI

BIS (Quality Control) Second Amendment Order for Polyethene Woven Sacks

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers has introduced the Second (Quality Control) Amendment Order for three types of Polyethene Woven Sacks. The implementation date for these textile products has been extended to 06th January 2026, from the earlier implementation date of 06th September 2025.

The following goods/articles are covered under this order:

Sr. No.	Goods/Articles	Indian Standard	Implementation Date
1.	Textiles — High-Density Polyethene (HDPE)/ Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement	IS 11652: 2017	06th January 2026
2.	Textiles — Polypropylene (PP) Woven, Laminated, Block Bottom Valve Sacks for Packaging 50 kg Cement	IS 16709: 2017
3.	Textiles — Polypropylene (PP)/ High Density Polyethene (HDPE) Laminated Woven Sacks for Mail Sorting, Storage, Transport and Distribution	IS 17399: 2020

This order requires that all goods/articles mentioned in the order must comply with their respective Indian Standard before the new notified implementation date to sell, import or distribute into the Indian Market. The products must display the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards, in accordance with Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: Second (Quality Control) Amendment Order for three types of Polyethene Woven Sacks

BIS (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Polycarbonate

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers has introduced the (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Polycarbonate. The implementation date to comply has been extended to 12th September 2026, from the earlier implementation date of 12th September 2025.

This order requires that Polycarbonate must comply with its applicable Indian Standard IS 14434 before the new notified implementation date to sell, import or distribute into the Indian Market. The product must display the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards, in accordance with Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Polycarbonate

BIS (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Vinyl Chloride Monomer

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers has introduced the (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Vinyl Chloride Monomer. The implementation date to comply has been extended to 12th September 2026, from the earlier implementation date of 12th September 2025.

This order requires that Vinyl Chloride Monomer must comply with its applicable Indian Standard IS 17442 before the new notified implementation date to sell, import or distribute into the Indian Market. The product must display the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards, in accordance with Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Vinyl Chloride Monomer

BIS (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Ethylene Dichloride

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers has introduced the (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Ethylene Dichloride. The implementation date to comply has been extended to 12th September 2026, from the earlier implementation date of 12th September 2025.

This order requires that Ethylene Dichloride must comply with its applicable Indian Standard IS 869 before the new notified implementation date to sell, import or distribute into the Indian Market. The product must display the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards, in accordance with Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: (Quality Control) Amendment Order for Ethylene Dichloride

WPC

New Modules Available on Saral Sanchar Portal

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a reminder notification, dated 11th September 2025, regarding the availability of the following modules on the Saral Sanchar portal to facilitate ease of doing business:

Spectrum Regulatory Sandbox (WiTe Test Zones)

NOC for Power Line Carrier Communication (PLCC)

Self-Assessment of Spectrum Usage by Government Users

These modules are already live and operational on the production server of the Sarla Sanchar Portal. All applicants are advised to submit their applications for Wi-Te Test Zones and PLCC NOC exclusively through the Saral Sanchar portal.

In case of any issues, users may refer to the detailed user manual or reach out through the help desk facility available on the portal.

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: Modules on the Saral Sanchar Portal.

Waste Management

CPCB Releases Guidance on EPR Adjustment for Used Oil Producers

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under MoEF&CC, issued a detailed guidance document (Aug 2025) to streamline Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Adjustments for producers (Importer) of base oil and lubrication oil.

As per the module, registered producers can now make target adjustments via the CPCB Used Oil portal. This module allows registered Producers to adjust their EPR targets through the portal itself.

Applicability: This module is applicable to all the register producer of base/lubrication oils, who are required to fulfil their obligations under the Used Oil EPR Portal.

Types of Adjustments

There are two types of Adjustment available at the portal.

Adjustment of Operational Loss

Producers may incur some operational loss of base oil during processes. To account for this, Targets are reduced based on CPCB’s benchmark values after reviewing operational loss declarations.

Adjustment of business-to-business operations

If a registered Producer sells oil to another registered producer, the seller’s EPR target is excluded, provided the buyer confirms receipt of the oil on the portal.

Adjustments are permitted only between Producers registered on the portal.

Adjustment of Co-Branding

For jointly branded products, either co-branding partner can initiate an EPR adjustment request. Once the request is accepted by the receiving partner on the portal, the EPR target is proportionately shared between both parties based on a mutually agreed percentage.

Process Overview

Sender Producer: Initiates a request on the portal by providing details of oil sold to another registered Producer, including registration ID, GST, quantity, and other relevant information.

Receiver Producer: Reviews the request and accepts or rejects it based on actual receipt of the oil. Upon acceptance, the seller’s EPR target is adjusted accordingly.

Key points

All accepted/rejected requests are visible in a history trail on the portal.

Adjustments are managed directly on the portal through requests initiated by sender producers and accepted by receivers, ensuring targets are updated transparently each Financial Year.

Adjustments are available from FY 2024–25 onwards.

Wrongful claims or fake adjustments will be treated as violations under the rules.

Final adjusted targets will show on your dashboard and the annual return filing section.

If you’re a registered oil producer, this is the ideal moment to explore the module and streamline your EPR compliance process.

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: EPR Adjustment for Used Oil

CPCB Announces Extension for Filing Annual Return under Plastic Waste Management Rules 2023 for FY 2024-25

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), via its communication dated 18th September 2025, has announced an extension in the timeline for filing Annual Returns under the Plastic Waste Management Rules,2023, for the FY 2024 -25.    

New Deadline: 30th November 2025

Note: All registered Producer, Importer and Brand Owner (PIBOs) and Plastic Waste Processor (PWP) are urged to take advantage of this extension to submit their returns timely and avoid non‑compliance consequences.

Voice Compliance

DoT Releases Draft Telecom Authorisation Rules, 2025

On 5th September 2025, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) released the Draft Telecommunications (Authorisation for Provision of Main Telecommunication Services) Rules, 2025 under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The draft introduces a unified authorisation framework, simplifying and clarifying the licensing regime.

The framework proposes four categories of authorisations – Main, Miscellaneous, Captive, and Broadcasting Services. Within Main Telecommunication Services, the scope covers Unified Services, Access Services (wireline & wireless), Internet Services, and Long-Distance Services (NLD & ILD).

Key Provisions

Validity: Authorisations are valid for 20 years, with renewal options.

Financial Model: One-time entry fee plus an annual license fee of 8% of Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR). From the second year onwards, the fee will be the higher of 8% of AGR or 30% of the applicable entry fee.

Eligibility: Applicants must be Indian-incorporated companies meeting minimum equity and net worth requirements; FDI permitted subject to security safeguards.

VNO Framework: Structured guidelines for Access Provider (NSO) – VNO arrangements, differentiated for wireline and wireless services.

The draft also reinforces consumer protection (KYC compliance, subscriber data safeguards, service continuity) and security requirements (lawful interception, cybersecurity measures, and appointment of a Chief Telecom Security Officer).

This is a crucial moment for the industry — an opportunity for stakeholders to shape a transparent, predictable, and growth-oriented regulatory framework.

You can access the official notification issued by the ministry from here: Draft Telecommunications (Authorisation for Provision of Main Telecommunication Services) Rules, 2025

BEE

QR Code Mapping with Production Data for Refrigerator

In the recent advisory issued by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) regarding QR code mapping with production data for Frost-Free and Direct Cool Refrigerators:

Every registered refrigerator unit must have its QR code linked to the corresponding production data.

This requirement will become mandatory from 1st October 2025.

A testing link has been provided (http://103.122.25.171:2001/), using existing login credentials. The link will remain active until 6:00 PM on 20th September 2025 for checking/testing purposes.

All permit holders/manufacturers are advised to take necessary action to ensure compliance before the mandatory phase.

Extension of Star Rating Validity of Air Compressors and Microwave Ovens

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has extended the validity of the existing star rating table of Microwave Ovens and Air Compressors. The new validity periods are as follows:

Product	New Validity
Air Compressors	8th March 2019 to 31st December 2026
Microwave Ovens	11th January 2021 to 31st December 2026

To keep your model’s registration with BEE active, the respective product category permittees are required to adhere to the process below within the stipulated time.

Process	The link for the model continuation application will open from	To be Completed by
Model Continuation	23rd September 2025	30th November 2025

The Official notification can be accessed with the link below: Validity Extended for Microwave Ovens & Air Compressors

Implementation of the New Star Rating table for the various Household Products

Permittees registered for appliances like Frost-Free and Direct Cool Refrigerators, Ceiling Fan, Deep Freezer and Unitary Type, Split Type Air Conditioners under the S&L program of BEE, are hereby informed that the new star rating table with updated efficiency parameter as well as new validity period, has been introduced.

Key Takeaways,

Deep Freezer

The new validity period will be effective from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2028.

All the permittees wishing to continue their BEE-approved models must apply the Model Degradation option before 8th December 2025.

Direct Cool Refrigerator/ Frost Free Refrigerator/Ceiling Fan

The new validity period will be effective from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2028.

All the permittees wishing to continue their BEE-approved models must apply the Model Degradation option before 5th December 2025.

Unitary Type Air Conditioners

The new validity period will be effective from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2029.

All the permittees wishing to continue their BEE-approved models must apply Model Degradation option before 10th December 2025.

Split Type Air Conditioners

The new validity period will be effective from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2027.

All the permittees wishing to continue their BEE-approved models must apply Model Degradation option before 10th December 2025.

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