New Compliance Directive for Food Business Operators The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a new directive requiring all Food Business Operators (FBOs) to update their Form IX nominee details promptly…

Gulfood 2025, one of the world’s largest food and beverage trade exhibitions, has commenced at the Dubai World Trade Centre, featuring over 5,500 exhibitors from 129 countries. Spanning 24 halls and covering 1.3 million square…

McCain Foods India, a leading name in the frozen foods industry and the country’s top brand for frozen French fries, has achieved the prestigious Global GAP certification. This milestone underscores the company’s dedication to food…

The ICAR-National Research Centre for Grapes (ICAR-NRCG), Pune, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indo-Fruits Development Council (IFDC), Pune, marking a significant step towards strengthening the grape value chain through collaborative capacity…

Reliance Consumer Products has officially entered the Indian sports hydration drink market with the launch of ‘Spinner,’ a budget-friendly alternative to established brands like Gatorade and Powerade. With an aggressive pricing strategy, Spinner aims to…

McDonald’s is making a significant move by establishing its first-ever Global Capability Centre (GCC) in India, reinforcing Hyderabad’s status as a global business and innovation hub. The fast-food giant has secured two floors at RMZ…

ITC is in preliminary discussions with Norway’s Orkla ASA to acquire two of its brands as part of its efforts to expand its presence in the southern Indian spice market. ITC’s Strategic Expansion in the…

In a significant update to food allergen labeling, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially removed coconut from its list of major food allergens. This change, announced in January 2025, means that coconut…

The Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd (GCMMF), known for its iconic ‘Amul’ brand, has announced a major investment of Rs 600 crore to establish an integrated dairy plant in Kolkata, West Bengal. The new…

In a strategic move to bolster its presence in the frozen and ready-to-cook food sector, ITC Ltd. has announced definitive agreements to acquire Prasuma, a prominent player in India’s frozen, chilled, and ready-to-cook foods market….

South Korean multinational Lotte Wellfood Co. is set to expand its footprint in India by launching its iconic chocolate-coated biscuit stick, Pepero, in July 2025. This marks the first time Pepero will be produced outside…

The India Honey Alliance (IHA), in collaboration with NIFTEM-K, successfully hosted the ‘Hive to Home: Vision2030 – Building a Scientific & Sustainable Honey Industry’ seminar at the India International Centre. The event aligned with the…

The state of Bihar is on the cusp of significant change, as the 2025 budget has outlined key steps that promise to reshape its economic and educational landscape. One of the most exciting announcements in…

Bihar is all set to take a significant step in boosting its agricultural economy with the establishment of a Makhana Board. This initiative aims to improve the production, processing, value addition, and marketing of makhana,…

National Mission on High Yielding Seeds: A Transformative Step for Agricultural Growth In a landmark move to boost agricultural productivity and ensure food security, the government is set to launch the National Mission on High…

The Union Budget 2025 has brought a fresh wave of encouragement for farmers and consumers alike with its Comprehensive Programme for Vegetables & Fruits. This initiative aligns with the growing awareness of nutritional needs among…

The Union Budget 2025 continues to uphold the government’s commitment to economic growth, rural development, and employment generation. A significant announcement in this year’s budget is the establishment of the National Institute of Food Technology,…

The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has been a transformative initiative, ensuring access to clean drinking water for rural households across India. Since its launch in 2019, the Mission has provided potable tap water connections to…

The Union Budget 2025 brings a host of financial measures aimed at bolstering the entrepreneurial ecosystem in India. With targeted schemes for micro-enterprises, startups, and first-time entrepreneurs, the government is reinforcing its commitment to fostering…

India’s fisheries sector plays a vital role in the country’s economy, ranking as the second-largest producer of fish and aquaculture globally. With seafood exports valued at an impressive ₹ 60 thousand crore, the sector presents…

Our Government is implementing the National Mission for Edible Oilseed for achieving atmanirbhrata in edible oils. Our farmers have the capability to grow enough for our needs and more. Ten years ago, we made concerted…

Hatsun Agro Product (HAP), a leading dairy brand in India, has announced its acquisition of a 100% stake in Milk Mantra Dairy for a total cash consideration of ₹233 crore. The acquisition marks a strategic…

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has mandated a recall of a specific batch of red chilli powder from Patanjali Foods Ltd. due to non-compliance with the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants,…

Kurkure®, a household name in Indian snacking, has partnered with Ching’s Secret, one of India’s leading Desi Chinese brands, to launch an exciting new flavour – Kurkure® Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney. This collaboration marks a…

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has enforced robust measures at a massive scale to ensure the availability of safe and hygienic food for millions of devotees, at the Maha Kumbh 2025 underway…

Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush today inaugurated the National Turmeric Board in New Delhi. Shri Goyal announced Shri Palle Ganga Reddy as its first Chairperson. The headquarters of the Board has been…

In a decision that would promote ease of doing business and also help consumers make informed choices, FSSAI has fixed the date of enforcement of labelling amendments specified under the Food Safety and Standards (Labelling…

Bigbasket, a leading online grocery retailer and part of the TATA Group, has recently signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Andhra Pradesh. This collaboration is set to transform the organic…

In an innovative collaboration set to redefine indulgence, Diageo India, a prominent name in the alco-beverage industry, has joined hands with SMOOR, India’s leading luxury chocolate brand, to unveil ‘The Dessert Collection by Baileys x…

In a significant stride toward enhancing food safety and hygiene in Mumbai, Shri G Kamala Vardhana Rao, CEO of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), convened a crucial meeting with Shri Bhushan…

New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has taken a significant step towards enhancing food safety by ordering licensed food manufacturers, importers, repackers, and relabellers to submit quarterly data on rejected…

Raipur, Chhattisgarh [India] – In a landmark move to boost the organic food market and empower tribal farmers, Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a collaborative initiative between the National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL) and…

Coca-Cola has taken a bold step in reshaping its business strategy in India by selling a 40% stake in its bottling arm, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), to the Jubilant Bhartia Group. This move marks a…

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has taken a significant step toward ensuring the safety and quality of sports nutrition products with the establishment of a dedicated testing lab. The newly notified…

Hyderabad, December 2, 2024 Telangana Chief Minister A. Reventh Reddy inaugurated Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages’ (HCCB) greenfield factory at Banda Thimmapur in Siddipet on Monday. The state-of-the-art facility, built with an investment of ₹2,091 crore, spans…

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has classified packaged drinking water and mineral water under the high-risk food category. This move aims to strengthen consumer safety by enforcing stricter regulatory oversight, including…

Hyderabad, November 28, 2024:The Telangana Government has taken a decisive step to safeguard the health of students and residents in state-run educational institutions and hostels by constituting a Task Force Committee on Food Safety. This…

Mumbai, India – In a significant move to expand its footprint in the health and wellness market, Zydus Wellness has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Naturell (India), the company behind Ritebite Max Protein…

In a recent initiative to strengthen food safety within the rapidly growing e-commerce sector, the Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) conducted a meeting with online Food Business Operators (FBOs) on November 12,…

Coca-Cola is set to shake up the Indian hydration market with the upcoming launch of its popular global brand, Vitaminwater. Expected by the end of this year, this nutrient-packed beverage will join Coca-Cola’s premium offerings,…

ITC, one of India’s leading consumer goods conglomerates, is planning a major expansion in its food processing business. The company aims to set up eight new integrated food processing units by 2019, with an investment…

In an extraordinary operation spanning 29 countries across Europe, Europol, in partnership with food regulatory agencies and local authorities, recently seized over 22,000 tonnes of fraudulent food and 850,000 liters of counterfeit alcoholic beverages. This…

In a significant move towards addressing the global obesity crisis, the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued draft guidelines recommending that packaged foods and beverages carry easily understandable front-of-pack nutritional information. These new guidelines aim…

Leading food delivery platform Swiggy has rolled out the ‘Swiggy Seal’ initiative, designed to elevate food quality and hygiene standards across its restaurant partners. Initially launched in Pune, this program will expand to over 650…

Recently, an illegal factory in Saharanpur was caught producing 800 kg of fake tomato sauce, using synthetic red dyes and arrowroot powder instead of real tomatoes. This alarming discovery has brought attention to the widespread…

In a significant boost to India’s food processing industry, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, laid the foundation stone for Mother Dairy’s latest ₹210 crore fruit and vegetable processing plant in Gujarat….

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) recently issued a significant notification on October 15, 2024, which mandates the use of specific test report formats for all food testing laboratories. This update aligns…

In a significant move that has sent ripples across India’s organic agriculture sector, the Agriculture and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has suspended the organic certification body of the state of Sikkim. This…

Amul, the iconic Indian dairy brand, is set to embark on a new journey with its expansion into the European market. This comes after the brand’s highly successful launch of milk in the United States,…

Nestlé India is gearing up to introduce new variants of its popular baby food brand Cerelac, this time with no refined sugar. The decision comes after facing significant backlash earlier this year, following allegations from…

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) convened a significant meeting with stakeholders from the Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK) manufacturing sector and rice millers in Hyderabad, today. The meeting was chaired by CEO…

PepsiCo has announced plans to acquire Siete Foods, a Mexican-American food company, for $1.2 billion. This marks PepsiCo’s first food-related acquisition in nearly five years as it continues expanding its portfolio to include healthier options….

The Andhra Pradesh government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Food Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for setting up laboratory infrastructure, testing food samples and creation of awareness on food safety…

The Food Safety Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued standard operating procedures (SOPs) for primary milk producers, including small dairy units not part of dairy cooperative societies.The move is aimed at curbing milk contamination…

The Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI) has sent show cause notices to more than a dozen food and beverages companies over trademark usage by their franchises and outlets in states other than where they have…

iD Fresh Food, the ready-to-cook packaged food company, has announced plans to invest ₹100 crore over the next two years to double its manufacturing capacity. The expansion will include new production units in Chennai, Andhra…

Hyderabad-based dairy products maker Heritage Foods is confident of maintaining mid-teen revenue growth driven by ice creams and other value-added products. The value-added portfolio, which accounts for nearly 39% of business, is growing at over…

Food Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has developed an online portal designed to notify the public and relevant food safety authorities about food import rejections at Indian borders, Union health minister J.P. Nadda said…

The rankings, unveiled by Health Minister J P Nadda at the Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2024 during the World Food India event, highlight the progress states have made in ensuring food safety. Kerala has,…

India is now the largest market by volume and second-largest by value for the French spirit maker Pernod Ricard, which owns popular brands such as Absolut, Chivas Regal, and Glenlivet, said its India MD Jean…

The Coca‑Cola Company and Bacardi Limited today announced an agreement to debut BACARDÍ rum and Coca‑Cola as a ready-to-drink (RTD) pre-mixed cocktail. BACARDÍ Mixed with Coca‑Cola RTD will be available in several markets around the…

In Maharajganj district of Uttar Pradesh, the Customs Department has recently seized 16 tons of Chinese garlic, which is considered extremely dangerous for health. Fungus was found in this garlic in the lab test, after…

Draft Notification of Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulations, 2024 related to Natamycin The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed an amendment to the Food…

New FSSAI Initiative Aims to Develop Detection Methods and Assess Prevalence of Microplastics in Indian Food. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched an innovative project to tackle the growing concern of…

Mars, Incorporated, a family-owned, global leader in pet care, snacking and food, and Kellanova (NYSE: K), a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, North American plant-based foods and frozen breakfast foods, today…

The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India, showcased its innovation — a rapid pesticide detection…

Airplane turbulence, a common cause of in-flight disturbances such as spilled beverages and misplaced luggage, is now influencing food service decisions. Korean Air has announced a significant change: starting August 15, ramyeon instant noodles will…

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced significant updates to the guidelines on the disposal of Used Cooking Oil (UCO), reflecting a shift in regulatory approach to address enforcement challenges and…

The task force teams of Telangana’s Commissioner of Food Safety conducted inspections at various dairy stores in Koti area of Hyderabad on August 3 and uncovered several hygiene violations. At Mysore Ghee Stores in Sultan…

Yakult Danone India Pvt. Ltd., a globally renowned probiotic brand, has announced that it is expanding its product portfolio by introducing a new variant – Yakult Light Mango Flavour. The launch event was graced by…

Company accused of exporting sub-standard milk products through fake reports. They had already sealed following complaint of violation of environmental norms. The sealed factory was opened in the presence of tehsildar for the raid. Economic…

Japan, a country renowned for its technological innovations and culinary excellence, has once again captured the world’s attention with an inventive solution to a pervasive health issue: excessive salt consumption. The introduction of the electric…

It is observed that the Food Processing Industries have emerged as an important part of the Indian economy in terms of its contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), employment, exports etc. During the last eight…

Teflon flu, also known as polymer fume fever, is a temporary flu-like condition that can occur when fumes from overheated Teflon-coated cookware are inhaled. These fumes are released when the non-stick coating, primarily made of…

dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, today announces the sale of its MEG-3® fish oil business (“MEG-3 business”) to KD Pharma Group SA (“KD Pharma”), a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) active in…

Union Health Minister, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda chaired a training and awareness program for 1,000 street food vendors conducted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in Vigyan Bhawan, here today. He…

An Indian delegation comprising of officers from Department of Commerce and other Ministries and organizations held a Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting with Qatari side in Doha on 10th July, 2024. Both sides also reviewed…

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) will launch its ‘One Scientist-One Product’ programme on July 16 to improve research in the field of agriculture and animal husbandry. It will also formally announce the release…

“It is important to empower consumers and citizens on various food safety issues through evidence based information. It is only then that our work will be accomplished in totality”. Union Minister of Health and Family…

The task force teams of Telangana’s Commissioner of Food Safety conducted inspections at eateries at Next Galleria mall located in Panjagutta area on July 12 and uncovered several hygiene violations. At The Coffee Cup, the…

Nestlé is committed to developing affordable foods and beverages that include nutritious plant-based proteins helping people to achieve adequate and balanced diets. In line with this, Nestlé developed Maggi Rindecarne – a tasty, plant-based meat alternative. The…