October 2026

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Dear Readers,

We invite you to read our October 2026 edition of “SESEI Newsletter – Europe”, highlighting key developments covering Policy & Standardisation in the field of Digitalisation, Clean & Green technologies, EU–India/EFTA cooperation reflecting continued efforts towards innovation, sustainability, regulatory alignment, and partnerships.

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Headlines
India Rolls Out Seven New BIS Standards
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) unveiled seven new Indian Standards spanning clean mobility, therapeutic healthcare, robotics, textiles and building materials, while simultaneously launching a certification scheme for silver refineries and mints. The announcements were made at the national World Standards Day 2026 event...

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Govt to Release Consultation Paper on AI Regulations In 30 Days
The govt will release a draft consultation paper on regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) in India within the next 30 days. The draft regulations will encompass key aspects such as safety and security in AI, push for a human-first approach, focus on skilling and reskilling, be inclusive on all counts and ensure that the harms are restricted,...

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India, EU Launch Industry Coalition for Green Shipping Corridor
India and the European Union have launched an industry coalition aimed at developing a green shipping corridor between the two markets, with a focus on cleaner maritime trade routes and the adoption of low-emission fuels. The coalition would bring companies together to support the development of green...

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National Policy Roundtable Highlights Critical Role of States in India-EU FTA Readiness and Effective Market Access
The National Policy Roundtable on “Fiscal Federalism and India-EU FTA Readiness”, held on 6th October 2026 at, New Delhi, brought together policymakers, academics, industry representatives, trade experts and European stakeholders to examine how India’s federal institutional architecture...

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India Notifies New Telecom Rules That Allow Time-Bound Exemptions to Test Emerging Technologies
The Indian government has notified new rules that allows certain telecommunication technologies, services, products and business models to be tested in a controlled environment and exempt from certain regulatory requirements, a move that is expected to improve innovation and...

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Insights

EFTA and India celebrate one year of Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement

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Bharat 6G Alliance Signs 5 MoUs and Unveils 9 White Papers on 6G Technology

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Power Ministry Launches Framework for Digitalisation of Distribution Sector

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India Set to Add Record 70 GW Power Capacity In 2026-27 As Government Pushes AI-Enabled Grid

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Ministry of Power Holds Bilateral Meeting with the EU Commission's DG for Taxation & Customs Union

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CEN - European Committee for Standardization

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ETSI - European Telecommunications Standards Institute

EC - European Commission

EFTA - European Free Trade Association