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In a planning committee meeting of PMRDA chaired by him, Fadnavis said that the metro route should fulfill the objectives of the project in the interest of citizens.

Decision to apply MCOCA to gutkha producers and sellers soon: Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration Minister Narhari Zirwal

December 10, 2025 4:49 pm

Devendra Fadnavis said the process to bring in a stricter, special law to crack down on gutkha and narcotic substances is underway, and make it more effective.

US FDA recalls shredded cheese sold in 31 states over metal fragments

December 03, 2025 8:28 pm

The FDA noted that the presence of metal fragments “from supplier raw material” in food can potentially cause serious injuries, including dental damage, laceration of the mouth or throat, or laceration or perforation of the intestine.”

US FDA approves first oral weight loss drug to prevent heart attacks, stroke: Doctors break down how Rybelsus works

US FDA approves first oral diabetes drug to prevent heart attacks, stroke: Doctors break down how Rybelsus works

November 02, 2025 5:25 pm

This makes it the first oral weight loss drug to be cleared for managing blood sugar as well as cardiac health.

UP govt bans cough syrup linked to deaths of 11 children in Madhya Pradesh

October 06, 2025 11:48 am

The Commissioner ordered immediate preventive action against products manufactured by a Tamil Nadu-based pharmaceutical company, linked to the deaths in Madhya Pradesh

Mumbai: 550 kg fake cheese sold as paneer seized

August 26, 2025 10:51 pm

The raid was carried out by the control unit of the crime branch as part of a larger effort to curb illegal and dangerous food businesses operating in the city

Serena Williams’ endorsement of weight-loss drug: A win for Big Pharma, a loss for patients

August 25, 2025 3:14 pm

It could further legitimise the use of patient-ambassadors for private healthcare majors. That’s deeply concerning, particularly when the product is not a cough drop but a serious medication for obesity

Punjab FDA flags 1,420 failed food samples in HC compliance report, bans energy drinks near schools

August 04, 2025 5:01 pm

Punjab Food and Drugs Administration informed the High Court that it is cracking down on adulteration, issuing bans, and ramping up food safety inspections across the state.

Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration clears Pune's Café Goodluck after hygiene scare

July 24, 2025 5:11 pm

Last Monday, FDA temporarily suspended the license of Cafe Goodluck in Pune due to unhygienic conditions at the restaurant.

veg When the reporter contacted several other restaurants and roadside eateries, many said they were unaware of these guidelines, and it was evident that they were not adhering to them strictly.

Veg vs non-veg: FDA rules call for segregation while preparation, cooking and storage; clueless eateries stack them one above other

June 11, 2025 3:22 pm

Despite penalties for non-compliance, inspections are infrequent due to staff shortages at the FDA. While larger establishments may follow stricter protocols, smaller vendors often neglect food safety practices.

Fungus on items, stagnant water: Maharashtra FDA suspends food licence of Zepto’s Dharavi outlet

June 02, 2025 11:25 am

As per the suspension order issued by Anupamaa Balasaheb Patil, Assistant Commissioner, Food, Zepto’s Dharavi facility cannot resume operations until it receives a nod from the licensing authority.

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Implant files: How medical devices that are recalled in the US are still in use in India

June 22, 2020 6:09 pm

The Indian Express-ICIJ investigation finds that at least 57 medical devices, many used in critical care, were being sold in India when the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clamped down on them for a range of faults over the last two years.