FSSAI Notifies Standards for Basmati Rice: New Rules to Combat Adulteration Effective Introduction In a first, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced regulatory standards for basmati rice, effective from August 1, 2023. This move comes in response to rising concerns ...
DPIIT Secretary Discusses Regulation of Street Food Vendors and Quality Standards Introduction Street food is an essential part of India's vibrant food culture, drawing in both locals and tourists. However, concerns about hygiene and safety often cloud the experience. To address these challenges, Ra...
FSSAI Issues New Definitions for Single Malt and Single Grain Whiskey Introduction The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced new, stricter definitions for single malt and single grain whiskey, which will be implemented starting March 1, 2024. These updated regulations a...
FSSAI Asks Food Vendors, Consumers to Stop Using Newspapers for Food Packaging: Health Risks Explained Introduction The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued an urgent advisory for food vendors and consumers to stop using newspapers for food packaging, citing significant he...
Nutraceutical Industry Growing Beyond Expectations: FSSAI Chief Introduction India's nutraceutical industry is experiencing extraordinary growth, with a current market size of USD 4 billion, according to Kamala Vardhana Rao, CEO of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Speaking a...