E-commerce sites told to classify food items correctly FSSAI directs e-commerce FBOs to categorize food products correctly, clarifying misclassification of health and energy drinks. The Hindu · Apr 2, 2024
100 jails certified as Eat Right Campuses as part of FSSAI’s nationwide campaign for safe, healthy and sustainable food FSSAI certifies over 100 prisons as 'Eat Right Campuses' in New Delhi, promoting clean, nutritious food access. The Hindu · Mar 19, 2024
Centre tells NGT no need to bring slaughterhouses under EIA Centre tells NGT no need to bring slaughterhouses under EIA, 2006 as existing guidelines are sufficient for regulation. The Hindu · Mar 18, 2024
Can resveratrol-copper be used to prevent metastasis without trials? TMC researchers find resveratrol-copper combo reduces chemotherapy toxicity, may prevent cancer metastasis, and offer multiple health benefits. The Hindu · Mar 9, 2024
Tata Institute claims its Rs 100 tablet can prevent cancer recurrence In what can be said as a breakthrough in cancer research and treatment, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) has found an affordable way to stop recurrence of cancer. Currently, lakhs and crores are spent on cancer treatment and TMC doctors have found that a tablet to treat cancer can be available… The Times of India · Feb 28, 2024
False labelling claims will lead to cancellation of license and legal prosecution: FSSAI False labelling claims will lead to cancellation of license and legal prosecution: FSSAI The Hindu · Feb 22, 2024
Illegally sold medicines seized in Hyderabad Drugs Control Administration seizes illegally sold medicines in Hyderabad, including Vitency capsules falsely marketed as food products. The Hindu · Feb 18, 2024
IndiGo passenger claims screw found in sandwich; airline says incident not reported during journey An IndiGo passenger has claimed that he found a screw in a sandwich served by the airline, which on Tuesday said the issue was not reported to it during the journey. The Hindu · Feb 17, 2024
Drawing customers no mean task for consumer brand start-ups offering sustainable products Sustainability has been the buzzword lately. However, the hype around it does not seem to have translated into easy markets for consumer brand startups in the space. The Hindu · Feb 7, 2024
Govt plans to do away with multiple certifications for food products; only FSSAI nod mandatory The government has approved amendments in food safety regulations, requiring only one certification from FSSAI for food products. The Hindu · Feb 6, 2024
Homestays in Kodagu told to register under FSSAI FSSAI authorities in Kodagu require homestays in the coffee land to register and obtain a mandatory licence for operations. The Hindu · Jan 11, 2024
Morning Digest | Indian Navy steps up surveillance in Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden; Transport unions threaten to intensify protests, and more The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 4, 2024 The Hindu · Jan 4, 2024
FSSAI issues show cause notice to IndiGo for serving sandwich with worms FSSAI issues show cause notice to IndiGo for allegedly serving unsafe food on flight. The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024
Walkathon for millet promotion CFTRI scientists and students joined FSSAI and delegates of IFCON for the "Eat Right Millet Walkathon" to mark the Year of Millet 2023. The event aimed to promote millet consumption and its suitability for cultivation under changing climatic conditions. Nearly 300 people participated in the walkathon, which began at CFTRI… The Hindu · Dec 10, 2023
The Hindu · Dec 7, 2023 Tiruchi’s eateries turn the page on newspapers as food packaging material Restaurants and eateries in Tiruchi have started complying with the directive issued in September by Food and Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), to stop using newspapers to pack, serve or store edibles, though some vendors are still to fall in line
The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023 Mysuru to host International Food Convention from Dec. 7 IFCON-2023, the ninth edition of the International Food Convention, to be held in Mysuru from Dec 7-10. Theme: “TRIMSAFE”. Inaugurated by ISRO Chairman Dr S Somnath. Over 2,500 registrations, 200 delegates from abroad. AFSTI awards, best oral & poster presentations. 18 sub-themes, 100 stalls, CSIR & FSSAI pavilions. Job mela…
The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023 KVVES demands separate department for retail sector KVVES demands separate dept. for retail trade to protect existing jobs, create new ones; requests govt. to raise GST registration & FSSAI licence limits to ₹2 cr., extend consideration to small-scale traders, unify fines, relax tax, ensure compensation for evicted traders, solve traffic issues.
The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023 In food we trust: laying out health and hygiene norms In food we trust: laying out health and hygiene norms
Dynamite News · Oct 29, 2023 India celebrates 60 years of Codex: Safeguarding consumer health and fair food trade The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is the National Codex Contact Point for India. Read further on Dynamite News
The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023 FSSAI’s Save Food, Share Joy campaign to be launched in Ernakulam on November 1 FSSAI, Kerala Hotel and Restaurants' Association, and Bakers' Association of Kerala partner to launch 'Save Food, Share Food, Share Joy' initiative in Ernakulam district. Aim is to reduce wasted food and increase safe, nutritious food for those in need. 5,000 members in Ernakulam district and 60,000 across the State to…
The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023 Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has recommended the inclusion of QR code on food products for accessibility by visually impaired individuals stating that this will ensure access to safe food for all including individuals with special needs such as visually impaired individuals.
The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023 Pesticide residues in vegetables: Agriculture dept. to streamline collection of surveillance samples Agriculture Dept. streamlines collection of surveillance samples for testing vegetables/fruits for pesticide residues. Samples collected from all 152 local body blocks in Kerala. Results published on PRRAL website every month. MoU between PRRAL head & FSSAI Commissioner. Data analysed every 3 months & published on PRRAL website & scientific publications.…
Dynamite News · Oct 5, 2023 Addition of protein binders and emulsifiers is not permitted in milk and milk products: FSSAI The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has clarified in a statement that addition of protein binders or any other additives is not permitted in milk and milk products as specified in the Appendix A of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulation,…
The Times of India · Sep 29, 2023 Immediate ban imposed on serving food wrapped in newspapers: Here's why it can be dangerous The food regulator of the country, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has asked vendors and consumers to refrain from using newspapers for serving, packing, and storing food items, reports have said. It is a very common practice in our country to use newspapers to wrap fritters,…
The Hindu · Sep 29, 2023 Restore incentive for cashew exports: Tamil Nadu Cashew Processors and Exporters Association TNCPEA urges APEDA to restore export incentive for cashew kernels to 5%, exempt raw cashew nuts from FSSAI clearance, and increase interest equalisation scheme rate to 5%. This will help revive cashew exports, which have dropped due to the current 2.5% incentive and 3% interest rate.