India's Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted raids on Flipkart and Meesho warehouses in Andhra Pradesh, seizing a large consignment of uncertified consumer products. The operation, part of a nationwide campaign, targeted electronics, LED bulbs, toys, and table fans lacking BIS certification.
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