Govt Directs E-Commerce Firms to Remove Beverages from 'Health Drinks' Category Introduction In a significant regulatory move, the government has instructed e-commerce companies to remove various drinks and beverages, including Bournvita, from their "health drinks" category. This directive follows a...
FSSAI Denies Reports of Approving Higher Pesticide Residue Levels in Herbs and Spices Introduction The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a statement refuting recent media claims that it allows ten times more pesticide residue in herbs and spices. These reports, accordin...
Remove "100% Fruit Juice" Claims From Labels, Ads: FSSAI’s Latest Directive Introduction In its latest move to ensure accurate food labeling, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a directive mandating that food brands remove any misleading claims of "100% fruit juice" ...
Kerala, Tamil Nadu, J&K Top Performers in FSSAI’s State Food Safety Index 2024 Introduction Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Jammu & Kashmir have emerged as the top performers in the 2024 State Food Safety Index (SFSI) released by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Kerala took the top ...
Cotton Candy to Gobi Manchurian: India Wakes Up to Street Food Health and Hygiene Standards Introduction Indian street food is a gastronomic delight, celebrated by locals but often feared by tourists due to concerns over hygiene and safety. While many take pride in their ability to enjoy street food...