Rajit Punhani flags surge in ultra-processed food consumption, pesticide-linked trade setbacks and dairy quality concerns, urging structural policy reforms India needs a fundamental rethink of both its dietary patterns and food production systems, the chief executive of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has said, warning that rising consumption of ultra-processed […]
FSSAI has proposed banning plastic packaging for pan masala and gutka, mandating eco-friendly materials and tightening norms under packaging regulations.
FSSAI warns about turmeric adulteration and shares a simple home water test to detect artificial colours, urging consumers to adopt safer food practices.
Amul rejects contamination claims in Vande Bharat dahi case, citing scientific impossibility and supply chain review; IRCTC and the Ministry of Railways impose penalties over catering lapses
Supreme Court urges FSSAI to consider front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods, citing health risks from high sugar, salt and fat levels.
Nestlé India said infant formula products sold in the country meet FSSAI norms and are unaffected by the global recall announced by its parent, which is limited to select overseas markets.
FSSAI warns food companies against calling herbal infusions ‘tea’, saying only Camellia sinensis-based drinks can use the term
FSSAI says eggs in India are safe; traces of nitrofuran pose no health risk, dismissing claims linking eggs to cancer.
FSSAI has instructed states to remove mislabelled ORS drinks from retail and online platforms, citing continued violations of its labelling rules.
Bengaluru Police bust an interstate racket selling fake Nandini ghee, seizing Rs 1.26 crore in assets and arresting four suspects.
