As per JNM’s previous news, BIS had implemented parallel testing as a pilot project for certain period & 3 products categories – Mobile phones, wireless headphones, and Laptops. Based on the stakeholder’s consultation and consent from the Regulator, the bureau has now decided to convert the pilot project into a permanent scheme for all product categories under Electronics and Information Technol..

On December 4, 2023, the Chilean SEC announced the TV safety test protocol (PE No.8/1 2023). The standard for the updated protocol (PE No.8/1 2023) belongs to IEC 62368-1:2018 and will come into effect from June 30, 2025. The main points are as follows: The scope range of the updated protocol (PE No. 8/1: 2023) has been expanded to 65 inches TV. Certificates according to the existing protocol (P..

On October 23, 2023, DPIIT issued a Quality Control Order (QCO) that mandates ISI marks for door fitting. This order will take effect from April 23, 2024. The types of door fittings applied to ISI mark mandates are as follows:

DBT of UK has updated product manufacturing guidelines in Northern Ireland market. Main updates are as follows: 1) EU DoC: When a product has the UKNI mark next to the CE mark, the EU DoC is still required. 2) Unrestricted access to Northern Ireland’s Businesses: This policy permit products that meet the Northern Ireland standards to enter the UK market without additional approvals. 3) UKNI Mark..

BEE of India has brought in the Standards and Labeling Program for Solar Panel. Period of this program will be from 1st January2024 to 31st December 2025. Photovoltaic solar modules will be operated voluntarily until further notice at first. Labelling fees for 4 and 5-star rated solar PV modules have been waived off till 31st December 2025 to encourage the production of efficient solar panels. A..

On December 07, 2023, ENACOM published Resolution 207/2023, which approves new Technical Standard ENACOM-Q2-61.03 V23.1 repealing ENACOM-Q2-61.03 V17.1. According to the new standard, 5G NR is allowed to in a new frequency band n78 (3300-3700 MHz). Until at least 2 accredited laboratories are authorized to carry out 5G NR Testing, Test reports issued by an accredited foreign laboratory will be a..

On December 13, 2023, The Federal Communications Commission today proposed that 100% of wireless handsets— namely mobile phones and smartphones—offered for sale in the United States be fully compatible with hearing aids. The Commission Will Take Comment on Next Steps Including Leveraging Advances in Bluetooth Technology. Refer from: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-399084A1.pdf

TRC adopted a draft “instructions Obtaining specific approval for telecommunications devices and organizing their entry into the Kingdom” and opened a public consultation on the draft. Main Updates are as follows: (1) The validity period of the Type Approval certificates is changed from 3 years to 1 year validity. (2) If there is not a change in the device, renewal device submissions is allowed ..

On October 4, 2023, the Republic of Moldova has announced the updated National Frequency Bands Allocation Table in the National Official Journal. Main Changes to National Frequency Bands Allocation Table are as follows: ■ Railway Mobile Radio Networks : From January 1, 2024, the 874.4-880 MHz frequency band paired with 919.4-925 MHz and the 1900-1910 MHz frequency band will be used for non-exclu..

On 25 September 2023, the DPIIT issued a QCO for Miscellaneous Steel Products. This regulation will come into effect from March 2024. The products which are mandatory for ISI Mark are as follows: