Repeal Explosives Act 1884: What It Means Now

Explosives Act, 1884 Officially Repealed: Key Implications and What Comes Next Introduction After serving as the backbone of India’s explosive regulation for over 140 years, the Explosives Act, 1884, has officially been repealed. As per the Ministry of Law and…

Environment Protection Sixth Amendment Rules 2025 Update

2025 Environment Protection Rules Update: New Standards for Pesticide Industry As part of India’s evolving environmental regulatory framework, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has notified the Environment (Protection) Sixth Amendment Rules, 2025. This amendment introduces comprehensive updates…

Ammonium Nitrate Licensing Fees Reduced for MSMEs

Ammonium Nitrate Rules Amended: Fee Relief for MSMEs, Startups & Women Entrepreneurs Introduction The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has introduced significant amendments to the Ammonium Nitrate Rules, 2012 via the Ammonium Nitrate (Amendment) Rules, 2025, notified on June 9,…

SMPV Hydrogen Safety Compliance Rules 2025 Update

Hydrogen Safety Takes Center Stage: Key Highlights from the SMPV Amendment Rules, 2025 Introduction As India accelerates its green energy mission, the Explosives Act, 1884, has been updated to accommodate emerging technologies—specifically, the SMPV Hydrogen Safety Compliance and safe use…

Discontinuation Electric Detonators PESO Order Explained

PESO Notifies Discontinuation of Electric Detonators for Civil Use Introduction In a major regulatory shift, the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO) has issued a directive Discontinuation Electric Detonators by PESO for civil applications. This decision, made in coordination with industry…

Gas-Based Power Directive Enforced for Summer 2025

Gas-Based Power Plants Ordered to Operate Amid Rising Electricity Demand Introduction With electricity demand soaring across India due to rising temperatures and industrial activity, the Ministry of Power has directed all Gas-Based Generating Stations (GBSs) Gas-Based Power Directive to operate…

Online Form-H License Portal Launched by PESO

PESO Launches Online Form-H License Portal Applications under Gas Cylinder Rules Introduction To streamline licensing and ensure faster regulatory clearances, the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO) has introduced an online application system for Form-H licenses under the Gas Cylinder…