Sweet sellers face heat over shelf life rules ahead of DiwaliWatchdog agencies in states such as Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand are among those that have made this mandatory. The directive aims to help...
21 Oct, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Nepal Priyagold Biscuits Ban: Why Indian brand's licence was suspended; what 'dangerous' substance did FSSAI flag?Nepal has banned the import, sale and distribution of Priyagold biscuits manufactured by India's Surya Food and Agro Ltd after FSSAI found ...
20 Oct, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
Getting food on train? Surprise checks on train meals & station food counters to get stricter; how IRCTC plans to catch vendors violating hygiene rulesIndian Railways is strengthening food safety and hygiene checks after repeated passenger complaints, with IRCTC partnering with the Quality...
20 Oct, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
Keralam government to seek Centre's clarity on junk food rulesKeralam seeks clarity from the central food safety authority on rules to identify and regulate foods high in fat, sugar and salt. The devel...
20 Oct, 2026, 09.51 AM IST
FDA seizes nearly 9.5 tonnes of paneer, khoya ahead of Diwali in PuneThe FDA has seized approximately 9.5 tonnes of paneer and khoya in Pune before Diwali. This seizure is significant as demand for dairy prod...
20 Oct, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
Nepal bans import, sales of Indian biscuit Priyagold over food safety violationsNepalese authorities have prohibited the import and sale of Priyagold biscuits manufactured by Surya Food and Agro. This decision was influ...
19 Oct, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
Defence canteens suspend orders for 3 Old Monk variants after Maharashtra FSSAI actionOrders for three variants of Old Monk rum have been suspended by the defence ministry's canteen stores department due to regulatory action ...
19 Oct, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
FSSAI asks food business operators to ensure temperature-controlled transport for all perishablesIn a recent advisory, the FSSAI outlined essential guidelines for transporting perishable food items that require specific temperature cont...
18 Oct, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Nestlé India & Hindustan Unilever face FSSAI notices over misleading claims, non-compliance; what regulator flagged in Resource Renal and Horlicks Mother's PlusThe FSSAI has issued notices to Nestlé India and Hindustan Unilever over alleged misleading claims and regulatory violations involving Reso...
17 Oct, 2026, 09.00 PM IST
Your daily chai under scanner: FSSAI proposes new science-based limits for two pesticide residues in tea; what consumers should knowFSSAI has proposed maximum residue limits for two pesticides in tea under draft regulations published on October 16. The proposal sets a li...
17 Oct, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
Buying groceries online for festivals? Unsafe ghee, expired green peas, yoghurt & brownies found at Delhi facilities; mosquitoes and lizards also spottedDelhi's Food Safety Department found expired green peas, Greek yoghurt, brownies and cow ghee, along with flies, mosquitoes and a lizard, a...
17 Oct, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
FSSAI issues notices to BigBasket, Flipkart, Gemini Edibles over misleading claimsThe Food Safety and Standards Authority of India issued notices to three companies for misleading health claims. Gemini Edibles & Fats Indi...
16 Oct, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
Maharashtra FDA bans sale of loose spice powders, mixed spices to curb adulterationMaharashtra's FDA has implemented a ban on the sale of loose and unpacked spice powders. This initiative aims to prevent adulteration and e...
15 Oct, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
Karnataka food safety officials crack down on sweet makers, issue notice to 10 unitsThe Karnataka Food Safety Wing has conducted inspections of sweet manufacturing and retail outlets across the state. During these inspectio...
15 Oct, 2026, 07.11 PM IST
- Food companies, quick-commerce platforms face stricter FSSAI checks, higher compliance costs: Jefferies
Food companies, restaurants and quick-commerce platforms may face higher compliance costs and operational delays as the Food Safety and Sta...
15 Oct, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
Maharashtra to soon introduce digital system for milk tracking to curb adulteration: FDA chiefMaharashtra Food and Drug Administration plans to introduce a digital system to trace milk production. This initiative aims to reduce adult...
10 Oct, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
Food firms scramble for experienced safety professionals as demand soarsIndia's food industry is currently experiencing a significant shortage of experienced food-safety professionals. Employers have reported a ...
09 Oct, 2026, 06.44 AM IST