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False labelling claims will lead to cancellation of license and legal prosecution: FSSAI

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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

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

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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

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

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

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

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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

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…

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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

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…

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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

In food we trust: laying out health and hygiene norms

The Hindu

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

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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…

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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

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.…

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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,…

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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

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.

The Hindu

Consumers and food vendors urged to immediately stop using newspapers for packing, serving and storing food items

The FSSAI noted that it is closely working with the States’ food authorities to prohibit the use of newspapers for wrapping or packaging food items

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Refrain from outdoor cooking, FSSAI tells sweet manufacturers in advisory for upcoming festive season

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed manufacturers of sweets to refrain from outdoor cooking practices as they can expose food and raw materials to environmental contaminants and pose risks to food safety. They were also sensitised to focus on testing and to ensure purchase of…

The Hindu

Millets have a role to play in tackling lifestyle diseases: Veena George

Encouraging younger generation to include millets in diet, Health Minister Veena George inaugurated 'Eat Right Millet Mela' to promote millets in Kerala. UN declared 2023 Int'l Year of Millets, highlighting their importance in tackling lifestyle diseases. Minister announced plans for millet food festival. Event organised in collaboration with NIIST &…

The Hindu

FSSAI to organise ‘Eat Right Millet Mela’ on Friday at NIIST

FSSAI, the country’s apex food regulator, is organising the festival as part of the national-level effort to position India as the global hub of millets.

The Hindu

FCI wants more wheat and rice millers and processors to participate in e-auctions

FCI calls on millers, processors to participate in OMSS auctions to reduce prices of rice, wheat. 8K tonnes of wheat, 5K tonnes of rice offered at base rate. Only 0.38 lakh tonnes purchased in last two months. Eligible bidders can bid min. 10 tonnes, max. 100 tonnes for wheat, 10-1K…

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