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Clearer Labels Ahead: FSSAI Mandates Exact Coffee and Chicory Ratios on Packaging
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 25, 2026
Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a new regulatory directive to boost transparency across the coffee market. The agency now requires manufacturers of packaged coffee-chicory blends to clearly display the exact percentage of coffee and chicory on the Principal Display Panel (PDP), the front of the package. The
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Upgrade Your Stop: Major Food Brands Land at Kerala Railway Stations
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 25, 2026
Overview & Primary Objective Southern Railway is revamping platform catering across Kerala to address long-standing passenger concerns regarding food hygiene, quality, and foodborne illnesses. By partnering with established national and international food brands, the railways are providing clean, standardised dining options alongside traditional stalls. Key Initiatives & Updates Expanding Successful Pilots: Following positive responses to
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Kochi Food Safety Drive: ₹26 Lakh in Fines, Cases Over Unsafe Chilli Powder

Key Update The Food Safety Department has collected ₹26 lakh in fines from 191 food business operators during an enforcement drive across Kochi to improve compliance with food safety regulations. Since April 2026, food safety officials have carried out 1,173 inspections at food manufacturing units, distribution and sales establishments, hotels, restaurants, roadside eateries, and retail

Animal Fat Allegations Put Malappuram Mandi Under Scanner

Key Update Municipal authorities in Tirurangadi in Malapuram have uncovered multiple food safety violations during an enforcement drive, including the alleged use of animal fat in mandi, unhygienic food preparation, and the sale of stale food. Officials issued notices to several establishments and ordered the closure of one canteen until further notice. Inspection Finds Animal