Food Manifest 
Key Update The Gujarat government has urged the Central Government to strengthen India’s food safety laws by introducing stricter penalties for food adulteration and improving enforcement measures. The proposal reflects growing concerns about unsafe food practices and aims to safeguard public health better. What’s Changing? Gujarat has recommended several key reforms, including: Imposing tougher penalties
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Key Update The Maharashtra government has announced that it will prohibit the sale of Sting energy drink and other intoxicating substances within a 500-metre radius of schools. While the announcement specifically names Sting, the proposed restriction will apply to all energy drinks and other intoxicating products covered by the order. The decision follows concerns over
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Nestlé Expands Global Clean-Label Initiative Nestlé has announced that it will remove artificial food colours from its entire global product portfolio by the end of 2026, becoming one of the first major food manufacturers to make such a worldwide commitment. The initiative expands the company’s clean-label strategy beyond the United States, where it has already
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Key Update The Hyderabad Food Administration and Safety Task Force (H-FAST) has taken action against multiple food businesses after uncovering serious food safety and hygiene violations during inspections conducted on June 29 and 30. The enforcement drive targeted a Zepto dark store in Mallepally, a paratha manufacturing unit in Tadban, and a chicken outlet in
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