Food Manifest 





Closure Reports Now Mandatory The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has made it compulsory for all food business operators (FBOs) to file a closure report if their licence or registration expires during the financial year 2024–25. The national food regulator issued this directive in a notice titled “Mandatory Submission of Closure Report
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Report Scientists at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have developed a novel packaging method that lowers mercury levels in canned tuna by 35%, addressing a major health concern associated with consuming the fish. The research team created an active packaging system that utilizes a water-based cysteine solution to interact with the fish and reduce
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Draft Amendments Open for Public Feedback The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has released draft amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) Regulations, 2018. The draft, notified on October 30, 2025, invites public comments within 60 days of its publication in the Official Gazette. FSSAI proposes to make standard drink
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The prototype tray, shaped like a shallow boat, is lined with a food-safe reagent that allows a built-in sensor to detect and signal the presence of Salmonella.
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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has approved modifications to the nutritional information labeling on food packaging. The proposals include displaying total salt, sugar, and saturated fat in larger font sizes and bold letters. According to PTI, the FSSAI will release a draft notification and solicit feedback from stakeholders. Official Statement According
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Report Concerns about hygiene in food establishments have intensified after a troubling incident at L’Opéra’s Khan Market outlet in Delhi. On October 4th, a customer ordered an iced latte and a salted caramel coffee for takeout, but their visit took a shocking turn. After getting into their car to enjoy the drinks, they were horrified
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