BTL announces that they are in the process of shutting down the 3G base stations. BTL aims to redevelop scarce radio frequency resources previously used for 3G services and allocate them to more efficient mobile technologies such as 4G, 5G and 6G in the future. In this connection, the authority encourages all 3G BT customers to upgrade their SIM to the 4G version.

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:

On 13 October 2023, ASTM published F963-23, revised standard regarding to Toy Safety. Numerous changes of these requirements were aligned with CPSC and federal regulations. This standard covers requirements and test methods for toy targeting children under 14 years of age. Requirements subject to the revised standard are as follows: 1) Sound-producing toys 2) Battery accessibility 3) Expanding m..

TATT has issued Version 2.0 of Equipment Standardisation and Certification Framework for the Telecommunications and Broadcasting Sectors. The main changes are as follows: All certificates, including existing certificates are valid for 5 years from the date of issue. RX devices are exempt, except where such devices operate in RF frequency bands utilised by public safety agencies. Wired devices do..

IFT has issued an Agreement which modifies the Technical Provision IFT-011-2022: Technical Specifications of Mobile Terminal Equipment that can make use of the radio spectrum or be connected to telecommunications networks. Part 3. Cellular Broadcasting Service for notification of Risk or Emergency situations The summary of the agreement is as follows: 1. Restrictions of Usage of Channel for Rece..

On November 13, 2023, the China CNCA announced changes to the required product certification standards for switches and control equipment. From 1 March, 2024, GB/T 7251.2-2023 Low Voltage Switchgear and Control Unit Assembly - Part 2: The Power Switchgear and Control Unit Assembly shall be implemented, replacing GB/T 7251.12-2013. Until February 29, 2024, manufacturers can voluntarily choose to ..

Following up our previous news about new exemption of type approval in Botswana, recently, there was a workshop on the further changes of Type approval in Botswana. According to the workshop, an exemption certificate is required for the exempted products, which will be able to be applied in their new e-service system. At the moment, however, the system is still being built. Until then, whenever ..

In a proactive move to enhance consumer safety and product quality, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) issued a Quality Control Order (QCO) on October 23, 2023. The regulated products & applicable Indian Standards are as follows: Goods Indian Standard Title of Indian Standard Door Fittings 6343:1982 Doore Closers (pneumatically regulated) for light doors weighing..

The ACMA has successfully completed the allocation process for area wide licences in the 3.4–4.0 GHz band in remote areas of Australia. 31 companies applied for spectrum in this allocation with each company successfully securing spectrum. Licences were issued to resource companies, companies providing public and private telecommunications services and government organisations. The 3.4–4.0 GHz ba..

On September 26, 2023, the official EU journal published a regulation on mercury products. Starting from December 31, 2025, seven new mercury-added products will be prohibited to manufacture, import, and export as follows: Applicable Products Compact fluorescent lamps for general lighting purposes with an integrated ballast (CFL.i) ≤ 30 watts with ≤ 2.5 mg mercury per lamp burner Cold cathode fl..