India’s Spices Board has issued a trade advisory to all exporters of spices and spice products to China after several consignments were found to be non-compliant with China’s food safety regulations. The advisory, dated 23…
A farmer from Odisha’s Malkangiri district has drawn nationwide attention after successfully growing the rare Japanese Miyazaki mango, one of the world’s most expensive fruits. The premium mango variety is known to fetch prices of…
The tea industry in Assam may be heading toward a major transformation. According to the Governor of Assam, the state is now focusing on increasing the production of premium orthodox tea over the next five…
India’s tea regulatory framework has taken a significant step forward as Directive No. 01/2026, issued by the Tea Board of India, is now officially in force from May 2026. The directive introduces stricter compliance measures…
In a major regulatory move, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered a halt to the use of Ashwagandha leaves and their extracts in food and wellness products, citing safety concerns…
In a significant move to strengthen food safety and consumer transparency, authorities have introduced a new rule mandating date stamping on every egg sold in the market. This comes alongside intensified food raids across states,…
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has suspended the recognition of four FSSAI-notified food testing laboratories across India for a period of six months. The decision was issued with the approval of…
Ministry of Consumer Affairs Food and Public Distribution has announced the temporary suspension of the rice fortification process under major welfare schemes, including Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, following concerns raised in a study…
In a strong message prioritizing public health, the Supreme Court of India has directed food regulators to speed up the implementation of front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods. The court emphasized that citizens’ right to…
India’s food regulator has formally issued Version IX of the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, tightening limits on toxins, pesticide residues, heavy metals, and packaging-related additives across hundreds of food categories…
Consumer safety and regulatory compliance remain critical pillars of the food industry. Bikaji Foods International Limited has issued an “Extremely Important Notice” announcing a voluntary recall of a specific batch of its popular snack Chatpata…
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a clarification regarding the use of the word “Tea” on packaging and labelling of food products. The regulator has stated that only beverages derived…
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has officially removed the requirement for mandatory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for Packaged Drinking Water (PDW) and Mineral Water (MW). The decision has been…
Hyderabad has emerged as Novartis’ largest global research and corporate hub outside Switzerland, marking a major milestone in India’s growing role in global pharmaceutical innovation. The facility now employs over 9,000 experts, accounting for nearly…