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Holi 2026: Special anti-adulteration drive for festive foods in Pune after FSSAI order
February 27, 2026 12:53 pm
In a communication dated February 19, 2026, FSSAI asked state food safety commissioners and regional directors to intensify inspections and sampling of sweets, snacks, edible oils, ghee, milk, and milk products during the festive period, citing a surge in demand and heightened risk of adulteration.
Explained: What changes after NDMC exempts FSSAI-registered restaurants from getting health licence
January 23, 2026 10:42 pm
Following a key council meeting on Wednesday, NDMC officials also said that theatres, auditoriums and other commercial establishments that possess valid Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration will be exempt from obtaining a separate licence.
FSSAI dismisses 'misleading' social media claims alleging link between eggs and cancer: 'Rely on verified scientific evidence'
December 23, 2025 12:00 pm
Recall that many social media posts claimed detection of nitrofuran metabolites (AOZ) -- substances purportedly linked to cancer -- in eggs sold in India
Claims linking eggs to cancer risk misleading, scientifically unsupported: FSSAI
December 21, 2025 12:00 am
The video had claimed the presence of a compound called AOZ — produced by the breakdown of a class of antibiotics called nitrofurans.
Remove drinks branded as ORS from shop shelves, e-comm platforms, FSSAI tells states
November 21, 2025 5:30 am
These “misleading” products have been flagged as a health hazard as they can lead to worsening of dehydration rather than helping with it.
100 Atal canteens to be launched on Vajpayee's birth anniversary, says Delhi CM
November 08, 2025 2:55 am
Starting Atal canteens in Delhi was one of the promises made by the BJP in the run up to Delhi elections in February
Marketers should stop fooling customers. We need readable product labels
November 06, 2025 4:43 pm
Ambiguous clutter of information needs to be replaced with clear visual imagery
As FSSAI upholds ban on ORS-branded products, Delhi High Court refuses to interfere, notes ‘public health risk’
October 31, 2025 6:23 pm
The FSSAI, in orders dated October 14 and 15, had stated that the use of the term ‘ORS’ in naming any food product violates provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
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
FSSAI 'voluntary' rule prompts Pune sweet shops to stop displaying expiry dates on items, poses health risks
July 16, 2025 1:52 pm
This shift comes after the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India made date labelling voluntary for loose sweets in November 2023, reversing a 2020 mandate that required such information.
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