FOOD SAFETY AND STANDARDS ACT
FSSAI notices to 8 companies over misleading names, claims
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to eight food companies, including Emami Healthy & Tasty, for potentially misleading product names and claims. Companies like Plan B are under scrutiny for "plant-based vegan" marketing without prior approval. FSSAI aims to prevent consumer deception regarding food products.
FSSAI issues notices to 8 food companies for misleading 'healthy' claims on packaging, labels
FSSAI has issued notices to eight food companies, including Emami Healthy & Tasty, Neuherbs, Troovy and Plan B, for allegedly using misleading brand names, trade names and product claims that may violate food safety regulations.
Dead insect in biriyani: Restaurant ordered to pay Rs 10,000 compensation and serve diner 2 fresh biriyani plates every Sunday for next 5 weeks
A man in Puducherry received Rs 10,000 in compensation and Rs 3,000 for legal expenses after finding a dead insect in his biriyani. The consumer commission also ordered the restaurant to provide him with 10 free plates of biriyani over five Sundays.
Supreme Court pulls up Centre over food safety failures, seeks audit
The Supreme Court has directed the Centre and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to explain why a nationwide performance audit of food safety regulations is needed. This comes amid concerns over food adulteration and weak enforcement. The court seeks to understand the effectiveness of the current food safety framework.
Gujarat saunf adulteration: 3,500 kg of fennel seeds dyed with unsafe chemicals seized in major raid
The Gujarat Food Safety Department seized more than 3,500 kilograms of allegedly adulterated fennel seeds from Ganapati Cleaning Factory in Unjha during a recent raid. Officials claimed the saunf had been mixed with a non-edible green chemical dye to enhance its appearance before being sold in the market. Authorities also alleged that the factory was operating without a valid FSSAI licence. Samples of the seized products and colouring agents have been sent for laboratory testing, while officials warned that strict legal action would be taken against businesses violating food safety regulations.
Karnataka HC stays FSSAI advisory on use of Ashwagandha in major relief to US-based Kerry Inc, 7 other firms
In a significant decision, the Karnataka High Court has granted temporary relief to eight businesses, including Kerry Inc, putting a hold on a government advisory that limited the use of Ashwagandha leaves in dietary and health products. Previously, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India had barred these leaves and their extracts.
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Your "healthy" alkaline water may not be safe: FSSAI finds black particles, unapproved substance in Gujarat factory raid
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has seized over Rs 31 lakh worth of alkaline water from a Gujarat-based manufacturer due to serious food safety and labelling violations. Inspections revealed missing product names, ingredient declarations, visible black particles, and the non-permitted substance fulvic acid, leading to legal action.
Drug regulator oversight sought for nutraceuticals; NGO flags quality, pricing concerns
A Gujarat NGO is pushing the government to regulate nutraceuticals like medicines. They cite concerns about product quality and unregulated prices. The NGO wants these health supplements to be overseen by drug regulators, not food safety authorities. This move aims to ensure better standards and fair pricing for consumers across India.
Mangoes, bananas, papayas under watch: FSSAI crackdown begins over illegal 'masala' use for ripening; What India’s top food regulator is warning
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued a fresh directive to states to intensify action against the illegal use of artificial fruit ripening agents, especially banning calcium carbide for fruits like mangoes, bananas, and papayas due to serious health risks. The authority reiterated that unsafe practices, including misuse of chemicals like ethephon, will face strict enforcement, with increased inspections across markets and storage facilities. FSSAI emphasised that only regulated use of ethylene gas is permitted, while warning that violations could lead to prosecution, signalling a strong nationwide crackdown to ensure safer fruits for consumers.
Fake mango alert: 3,800 kg of chemically made pulp seized in Pune. Know side effects & how to identify artificially ripened aam at home
Mango Adulteration Alert: With the mango season in full swing, rising cases of mango adulteration in India have sparked serious food safety concerns after the FDA in Pune seized over 3,800 kg of adulterated mango pulp during raids. Authorities found the use of unauthorised colours and harmful substances, highlighting the risks of consuming chemically ripened mangoes, which can cause health issues ranging from digestive problems to long-term illnesses. Consumers are advised to remain cautious and use simple home methods to identify fake mangoes and ensure safe consumption during the peak season.
FSSAI tightens food safety net; states drive enforcement push in FY 2025-26
India's food safety agency, FSSAI, inspected nearly four lakh establishments and tested over 1.6 lakh food samples in 2025-26. States played a key role in enforcement, with over 23,000 adjudication cases decided and 1,756 criminal convictions secured. Financial penalties reached Rs 154.87 crore. Over 10 lakh street food vendors were brought under formal oversight.
FSSAI directs states to ensure removal of 'ORS' from product labels and brand names
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued a new directive. All food business operators must remove the term 'ORS' from their products. This applies to product names, trademarks, and any combination of the term. The authority states this practice misleads consumers. Strict compliance is now mandated. Action will be taken against violations.
UP's reply sought on plea against ban on manufacturing of food products with halal certification
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Uttar Pradesh government and other authorities regarding two separate pleas challenging the November 2021 notification that prohibited the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of food products with halal certification in the state, except for those produced for export.
UP govt bans production and sale of halal-certified food products
The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday passed orders banning the production and sale of certain halal certified food products while calling for action against organisations associated with production and sale of halal certified drugs and cosmetics in what officials said was a bid to discourage unauthorised private bodies granting halal certificates to certain non-meat products driven by a "malicious attempt to exploit a specific religious sentiment and potentially incite discord among communities".
Raid nets 1000 litres synthetic milk, food inspector suspended
Additonal collector KP Mishra said that a joint team from the food and revenue departments had raided the factory at Chinnoni village and seized 1000 litres of synthetic milk yesterday.
Patanjali fined Rs 11 lakh for misleading ads
In its order, Haridwar's additional district magistrate found the company guilty of "releasing misleading advertisements by selling certain products with its labels although they were being manufactured by some other firm."
FSSAI issues draft norms for e-commerce food operators
FSSAI has come out with draft guidelines for 'food business activities through e-commerce' after a meeting with the stakeholders in March.
FSSAI mulls allowing use of ethylene gas for fruits ripening
Meanwhile, in a separate notification, FSSAI has also proposed to fix new permissible limits of heavy metals in the various food products.
Patanjali products sent for testing
The Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) sent samples of certain Patanjali products for testing, civic officials said.
Assam government bans lentils from R S Triveni Foods Pvt Ltd
Assam government has prohibited storage, distribution and sale of Masur Dal (lentil) manufactured and packed by R S Triveni Foods Pvt Ltd.
Delhi government to enhance punishment under food safety act
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has asked officials to initiate stringent action against adulteration. According to the government, the Food Safety and Standards Act will be amended in the Budget Session to be held in mid-June.
Milk adulteration: Supreme Court asks Centre to consider amending law
"We hope and trust that the Centre will take appropriate measures in the winter session of Parliament," a bench of justices M Y Eqbal and Shiva Kirti Singh said.
Tea traders seek exemption of tea sector from the ambit of Food Safety and Standards Act
Vice-chairman of AITTA Dinesh Bihani told ET, “In last few months Modi’s campaign through “Chai Pe Charcha” increased the Tea consumption.”
Gutkha, paanmasala banned in Puducherry
An order banning the manufacture, storage, distribution or sale of 'gutkha and paanmasala' was issued on June 18.
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India gets Rs 2,350 crore outlay for 12th Five-Year Plan
The FSSAI was set up in 2008 after Food Safety & Standards Act was passed in 2006. It became active in 2011.
UP government announces ban on gutka industry from April 2013
UP government today decided to impose a ban on gutka industry in the state with effect from April next year, an official spokesman said here.
Gujarat drug makers to move court against new Food Safety Act
Small units engaged in making food supplements particularly object to a non-refundable fee for obtaining a mandatory NOC valid for a year.
Government may have accidentally decontrolled sugar with new food law
The food ministry has written to the Cabinet Secretariat seeking immediate changes to the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
Gutkha, pan masala ban comes into effect in Maharashtra
The state government today issued a notification banning sale and consumption of gutkha and pan masala in the state. It will be valid for a year.
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