Under these orders, items cannot be produced, sold, traded, imported and stocked unless they bear the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) mark. These orders will come into force with effect from six months from the date of publication of the notifications, the DPIIT said. Government Issues Mandatory Quality Norms for Helmets for Police Force, Bottled Water Dispensers and Door Fittings To Curb Import of Sub-Standard Goods.