India-UK FTA offers big opportunity, but implementation gaps remain: IndustryBusinesses welcome the pact but seek clarity on implementation details and regulations. Technical standards and rules of origin require fur...
15 Jul, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
The biggest prize in the India-UK FTA may not be export boostThe India-UK free trade agreement offers more than just export growth. It aims to build capabilities within Indian factories and deepen the...
15 Jul, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
Firm up farm product quality controlIndian basmati rice faces scrutiny in Australia after other exports were flagged abroad. Australian authorities suspended Indian fumigation...
14 Jul, 2026, 11.44 PM IST
Swiggy Instamart gets 9 FSSAI notices following customer complaints on contaminated food, milkIndia's food regulator, FSSAI, issued nine notices to Swiggy Instamart. These notices followed multiple consumer complaints alleging unsafe...
11 Jul, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
India lays groundwork for a big business boost along the coastsIndia is setting up dedicated Marine Export Zones to create an integrated seafood ecosystem. These zones will combine farming, processing a...
11 Jul, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
Death in a vial: Five cases lay bare many uncomfortable truths about Indian healthcareFive young mothers in Kota died after childbirth, with suspicion falling on oxytocin injections. Investigations revealed the vials containe...
05 Jul, 2026, 08.32 AM IST
Root cause: India’s spice crown under threat as quality concerns trace back to farmsFarm-level traceability, quality, value addition, and branding are key to converting export scale into global trust, according to experts.
08 Jun, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
India’s rising export champion faces a critical credibility testIndia's seafood exports are soaring, reaching record highs and aiming for $30 billion within five years. Despite overcoming US tariffs and ...
06 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
India spots an export champion in a sector tariffs failed to sinkIndia's seafood sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, transforming a 50% US tariff into a catalyst for growth. Through strategic m...
15 May, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
Govt to explore possibility of PLI scheme for seafood MSMEsIndia's seafood sector is set for a major boost. The government plans a production-linked incentive scheme for small and medium seafood bus...
14 May, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
On their toes: Brands step up anti-counterfeit drive as fake products flood marketsCompanies are fighting a rising tide of fake goods. Brands from toothpaste to cigarettes are changing packaging and tightening checks. Coun...
07 May, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
India's protein boom: Growth, risks & need for sustainable sourcingIndia's appetite for protein is on the rise, opening doors for food enterprises seeking growth. However, this expansion is not without chal...
09 Apr, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
From labels to live data: How QR codes are changing what India knows about its foodIndia's food industry is embracing traceability. Consumers now expect verifiable information about their food's journey. Digital tools like...
17 Feb, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
India should strengthen the spice safety standards to maintain its global market position: Rajat Diwaker, iD Fresh FoodsEnsuring consumer safety through rigorous testing and natural farming practices is essential for India to maintain its global reputation, s...
01 Nov, 2024, 11.13 AM IST
FSSAI launches online platform for food inspection, samplingDirecting the states to adopt the new system, the FSSAI said this requires a hand-held device with internet connectivity with FSOs.
12 Sep, 2017, 12.31 AM IST
Open to changes in new standards for food supplements: FSSAIFSSAI CEO Pawan Kumar Agarwal expressed concern over the increasing number of spurious food supplement products in the market.
06 Jul, 2017, 03.36 PM IST
Spice conference stresses the need for traceabilityDigital platforms could be put to use to manage traceability by collecting, storing, processing and disseminating data regarding farming, h...
15 Feb, 2017, 07.34 PM IST