Yes, the Indian government has recently issued new guidelines related to the genetically modified insects. Here are the important highlights of these guidelines:

• The guidelines have been issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
• These guidelines lay out the regulatory framework for research and development, field trials, and commercialization of genetically modified insects.
• The guidelines specify the requirements for conducting biosafety research, risk assessment, and management before field trials are conducted on these modified insects.
• The guidelines also suggest measures for containment of genetically modified insects to prevent spread to wild or non-target populations.
• The guidelines advocate transparency and information sharing with the public and relevant regulatory authorities.
• The guidelines are aimed at ensuring the safety of human health and the environment while fostering the development of valuable technology for addressing issues such as disease transmission and agriculture sustainability.

These guidelines are a welcome step towards ensuring responsible use of biotechnology in India.