FACTORY INSPECTION
Little hands at the liquor still: How children were reportedly made to work making and bottling liquor in a factory in MP
A major child labor racket exposed at a liquor distillery in Madhya Pradesh, where over 100 children aged 12-17 were rescued by authorities. The children were allegedly working up to 12 hours a day, handling hazardous chemicals. The company, Som Distilleries, faces accusations of violating child labor laws. Calls for compensation and justice for the victims. Authorities investigating allegations of complicity by officials. Shocking details emerge of burnt, infected hands and underage girls made to wear makeup. Company denies allegations.
Women in India face a jobs crisis. Are factories the solution?
As international brands limit their dependence on China by shifting some manufacturing to India, the trend holds the potential to generate significant numbers of manufacturing jobs - especially for women, who have largely been excluded from the ranks of formal Indian employment.
South Korea begins search for answers after battery plant fire kills 22
Following a devastating fire at a lithium battery factory in South Korea that claimed the lives of 22 workers with one still missing, urgent safety inspections have been ordered at high-risk industrial sites. The blaze, which erupted in a warehouse containing 35,000 lithium batteries, resulted in toxic smoke, likely causing the workers to lose consciousness and perish within seconds. The majority of the victims were temporary workers from China, prompting investigations into safety regulations and training practices for foreign laborers.
Human finger in Mumbai ice cream: Injured factory worker under investigation as police make a big breakthrough
A Mumbai doctor found a human finger in his online-ordered ice cream. Police are investigating a factory in Pune linked to the ice cream. The case has drawn significant attention due to its unusual nature and potential implications for food safety standards in India.
Boeing may have installed many faulty parts on new 737 Max planes, whistleblower alleges
A Boeing quality inspector alleges that the company mishandled and lost track of hundreds of faulty parts, some possibly installed on new 737 Max planes. Whistleblower claims detailed in a complaint to OSHA were made public by a Senate subcommittee. Boeing is reviewing the claims amid ongoing scrutiny over safety and quality practices.
Japan's Toyota hit by testing scandal; automaker apologises
The transport ministry told the companies to stop delivering certain models within Japan after they reported failures to follow standardised steps to certify vehicles for shipment.
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Maharashtra: Death toll climbs to 10 in Dombivali boiler blast, rescue operations underway
A boiler blast at a chemical factory in Dombivli has killed 10 people, with two still missing. Rescue operations continue amidst hazardous conditions. Chairman Siddhesh Kadam, under Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's directive, reviewed the site and emphasized relocating hazardous units to prevent future incidents. Opposition leader Ambadas Danve criticized safety lapses and the factory's proximity to residential areas. Thane Police have filed charges against the factory owners, who are currently absconding. Further details are awaited.
FAA says 94% of Boeing 737 MAX 9 planes inspected, back in service
The FAA lifted its grounding of MAX 9 airplanes on Jan. 24 after it halted flights following the cabin panel blowout on an Alaska Airlines jet on Jan. 5. The FAA said 78 of 79 United Airlines MAX 9 planes have been inspected and returned to service and 57 of 65 Alaska MAX 9 planes.
FAA approves inspection process that could clear the way for grounded Boeing planes to fly again
A panel called a door plug blew off an Alaska Max 9 as it flew five kilometers above Oregon on January 5. The blowout left a hole in the side of the plane, but pilots were able to return to Portland and land safely. The FAA grounded most Max 9s the next day. Alaska and United Airlines - the only U.S. carriers with Max 9s - have canceled hundreds of flights since then, and United said this week that it will lose money in the first three months of this year because of the grounding.
US officials say 40 Boeing jets have been inspected as investigations continue into midair blowout
Federal officials briefed a congressional committee on their investigations into a jetliner accident involving a Boeing plane. The Federal Aviation Administration will review inspections of Boeing 737 Max 9 jets and develop a maintenance process before allowing them to carry passengers again.
How India Inc is boosting productivity by using intelligent technologies
Leading manufacturers in India are digitizing factories to adopt the smart shop floor concept and boost productivity. Companies like Larsen & Toubro, RPG Group, MG India, Hyundai, and Hindustan Zinc are investing in digital technologies such as IoT, AI/ML, image analytics, blockchain, and advanced automation. RPG Group increased its digital investment and saw benefits in process scrap reduction, machine uptime increase, and lower maintenance and energy costs.
14th TPF meet: USFDA inspections, social security top agenda as India, US go to trade policy talks
The TPF platform is used by the two sides to find solutions to issues arising in bilateral trade and investment matters. The TPF has five focus groups -- agriculture, investment, innovation, and creativity (intellectual property rights), services, and tariff and non-tariff barriers.
Alaska Airlines cancels flights on certain Boeing planes through Saturday for mandatory inspections
Alaska Airlines cancels Boeing 737 Max 9 flights after in-flight fuselage blowout. The grounding, prompted by a door plug incident, affects 110-150 daily flights. United Airlines, the only other US Max 9 operator, cancels 167 flights. FAA orders Boeing to revise inspection guidelines after Alaska and United find loose bolts and other issues. Boeing CEO acknowledges a "quality escape" and updates procedures. Kayak reports a three-fold increase in users filtering aircraft type after the incident. Boeing's Max, troubled since 2018 crashes, faces renewed safety concerns and public scrutiny.
USFDA issues Form 483 with 5 procedural observations to Torrent Pharma's Gujarat unit
Torrent Pharmaceuticals said Tuesday that the US health regulator has given them a Form 483 with five procedural comments after inspecting their oral manufacturing facility in Gujarat, India. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), Form 483 is given to a company's management after an inspection if the investigator notices any conditions that might break the rules under the Food Drug and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act and related Acts.
India allows cough syrup firm linked to Uzbek deaths to re-open factory
India's Uttar Pradesh state has allowed Marion Biotech's factory, linked to cough syrups causing child deaths, to resume most production. The World Health Organization (WHO) had linked Marion's syrups to the deaths of 141 children in Uzbekistan, Gambia, and Cameroon. The state drug controller stated that there were no known quality issues with other medicines produced by Marion.
Karnataka government announces compensation of Rs 5 lakh to kin of deceased in fire incident in Attibele
The Karnataka government has announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakhs each to the families of the 13 people who died in a fire at a firecracker store in Attibele. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar visited the site and confirmed that the police are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.
Tax officers visit factory, Bengaluru office of China's Lenovo
The officials inspected laptops of Lenovo employees during the visit, one of the sources said. They also tried to contact Lenovo's senior management during and after the visit as part of the inquiry, the person added.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un inspects Russian bombers and a warship on a visit to Russia's Far East
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited military and technology sites in Russia's Far East, inspecting nuclear-capable bombers, hypersonic missiles, and an advanced warship. The visit has raised concerns about a potential arms alliance between North Korea and Russia, which could support Russian aggression in Ukraine. Kim's trip, which included talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, suggests that North Korea may seek Russian technologies in exchange for providing munitions.
As Kim inspects Russia's military, Putin cultivates 'axis of the sanctioned'
Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, visited a factory in the Russian Far East as part of his tour of Russia. Although Russian President Vladimir Putin has not promised Kim any military technology, the tour highlights the growing danger posed by Putin's warm relationships with authoritarian leaders.
Digene Gel recall: Goa state warns Abbott India on antacid license suspension
The U.S. based drugmaker is locked in a tussle with drug regulators in the tourist state of Goa in western India after the company, starting August, voluntarily recalled many batches of its Digene Gel syrup produced there after it received customer complaints on taste and odor. Abbott says there is no impact on patient health.
H&M probes Myanmar factory abuses as pressure intensifies
H&M told Reuters it is following up on 20 alleged instances of labour abuse at Myanmar garment factories that supply the world's second-largest fashion retailer, just weeks after top rival Zara owner Inditex said it is phasing out purchases from the Southeast Asian country.
Health Ministry says drug factories in India lack professionally qualified employees, raw product testing
These reports come after multiple Indian pharmaceutical companies came under the government's scanner following deaths linked to faulty cough syrup manufactured in the country and shipped overseas. Faulty medicines were linked to the deaths of at least 95 children overseas
Railway Minister inspects production of state-of-the-art Vande Bharat trains at ICF in Chennai
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday visited the Integral Coach Factory and inspected the manufacturing of Vande Bharat trains at the facility here. On a brief visit to the city, Vaishnaw, accompanied by senior officials of the ICF, took stock of the production of the latest new-generation high-speed trains and went around the sprawling campus.
South Korea indicts ex-Samsung executive for alleged data leak to China
The defendant, who also formerly worked at SK Hynix as a vice president, is accused of illegally acquiring Samsung data to build a factory in the northwestern Chinese city of Xian between 2018 and 2019, the Suwon District Prosecutors' Office said in a statement.
Russia's Medvedev says Moscow has enough weapons
Ukrainian and Western military officials have said Russia is facing a shortage of arms after firing thousands of artillery shells and missiles at Ukraine since it invaded exactly 11 months ago.
India inspects drug factories as Gambia controversy lingers
India is known as the "pharmacy of the world" and its pharmaceuticals exports have more than doubled over the past decade to $24.5 billion in the past fiscal year. The deaths of at least 70 children in Gambia has dented the industry's image, though India says the drugs made by New Delhi-based Maiden Pharmaceuticals Ltd were not at fault.
Criminal provisions of Factories Act keep MSMEs wary
Under the Factories act, even some of the basic compliances carry criminal consequences. For instance, failure to maintain office records in prescribed format carries upto three-year imprisonment punishment. Or failure to limewashing inside walls of a canteen kitchen every four months, or failure to varnish the canteen carry punishment of upto three-month imprisonment.
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