For many manufacturers and importers, compliance begins with a simple question: “Do we need BIS certification for this product?” But very quickly, that question becomes more complex. Which scheme applies — ISI, CRS, or FMCS? Is LMPC also required? Will EPR obligations apply after import? How long will approvals realistically take? What happens after certification is granted? India’s regulatory ecosystem...
In today’s regulatory environment, CPCB inspections are no longer occasional events—they are a routine part of India’s environmental compliance ecosystem. With stricter enforcement under EPR regulations for e-waste, plastic waste, battery waste, tyre waste, and oil & hazardous waste, inspections are becoming more data-driven, frequent, and outcome-focused. For businesses, a CPCB inspection can either be a...
India’s waste management and environmental compliance ecosystem is entering a decisive phase in 2026. With CPCB tightening regulatory oversight and State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) increasing enforcement on ground, businesses—especially those operating across multiple states—are facing a new compliance reality. While policies may be national, implementation is increasingly state-driven. This creates varied compliance experiences, risks, and...
If you import electronics, manufacture inverters, or sell electric scooters, you are likely focused on your product’s performance. But there is a new rulebook in town, and it doesn’t care how long your battery lasts—it cares about what happens when it dies. You might be thinking, “I sell toys/laptops/power tools, not batteries. This doesn’t apply to...
We all use batteries. They are in our TV remotes, our smartphones, and now, even in our cars and scooters. But have you ever wondered what happens to these batteries when they stop working? For a long time, they were just thrown away in dustbins. This was bad for the environment because batteries contain dangerous chemicals....
Imagine a world without batteries. No smartphones, no laptops, and certainly no electric vehicles (EVs). Batteries are the silent heartbeat of our modern, wireless lives. But have you ever paused to wonder: What happens when that heartbeat stops? For decades, dead batteries in India often ended up in landfills, leaching toxic chemicals into our soil and...
The era of ignoring plastic waste regulations is officially over. If you are running a business in India today, you have likely noticed the shift. The notices from Pollution Control Boards are getting frequent, the fines are getting heavier, and the term “Sustainability” has moved from a marketing buzzword to a legal mandate. For Producers, Importers,...
In the bustling boardrooms of Bangalore, the manufacturing hubs of Pune, and the corporate towers of Gurugram, a new topic is dominating the conversation. It isn’t just about profit margins or market share anymore; it is about responsibility. Specifically, the responsibility for what happens to your products after they die. India generates over 3.2 million tonnes...
India’s waste management and environmental compliance ecosystem is entering a decisive phase in 2026. With CPCB tightening regulatory oversight and State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) increasing enforcement on ground, businesses—especially those operating across multiple states—are facing a new compliance reality. While policies may be national, implementation is increasingly state-driven. This creates varied compliance experiences, risks, and...
Tyre Waste – The Hidden Environmental Challenge Tyres are among the most widely used products in the global mobility ecosystem. From cars and trucks to two-wheelers and buses, they power every movement we make. Yet, managing end-of-life tyres (ELTs) remains a mounting environmental issue. Every year, millions of tonnes of tyres reach their disposal stage. Most...
