Food Manifest 
Key Update The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Jammu and Kashmir conducted 13,944 routine inspections in 2025 to curb food adulteration and ensure hygienic food across the Union Territory. In addition, food safety officers carried out 1,423 risk-based inspections to target high-risk areas and establishments. During inspections, the FDA collected 10,620 food samples, surpassing
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Key Update The Indian Vegetable Oil Producers’ Association (IVPA) has called on the industry and policymakers to accelerate India’s journey toward self-sufficiency in edible oils. Rising global price volatility for palm and soybean oils, shifting trade agreements, and changing government policies are creating both challenges and opportunities for producers. Balancing Farmer Welfare and Price Stability
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Key Development The Indian Vegetable Oil Producers Association (IVPA) has urged the central government to revisit its policy on duty-free refined oil imports from Nepal. The association warns that these imports are flooding northern and northeastern Indian markets, undermining domestic processors and hurting oilseed farmers. IVPA stated that the current import regime allows Nepalese oils
READ MOREKey Development ITC Aashirvaad brand has launched Aashirvaad Atta with High-Protein to make protein intake easier and more accessible for Indian households. More consumers now view protein as essential for strength, energy, and an active lifestyle, not just for gym-goers or fitness enthusiasts. Yet, high costs, limited options, and traditional eating habits often prevent families
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Introduction The Economic Times (ET) said that ITC Ltd. has accomplished a noteworthy milestone by overtaking Britannia Industries to become the second-largest listed packaged foods firm in India in terms of revenue, only behind Nestle. ITC’s food division reported consolidated sales of Rs 17,194.5 crore for the fiscal year that ended on March 31, 2024,
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Report ITC, the food and FMCG major, has been working to integrate food safety and sustainability through its packaging practices and waste management programmes. Under its ‘No Plastic, Better Plastic, and Less Plastic’ framework, the company aims to maintain product quality and freshness while reducing environmental impact. Across its FMCG brands, the company continues to
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