Food Manifest 
Key Update The Department of Food and Public Distribution, under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, has made registration mandatory for all edible oil manufacturers, processors, blenders, re-packers, and other stakeholders under the amended Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 2011 (VOPPA). The amendment, notified in 2025, requires every unit in the edible oil
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Key Update The Government of India has tightened oversight of the edible oil sector by issuing show-cause notices to several large edible oil companies for violating the amended Vegetable Oil Products Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 2025 (VOPPA Order, 2025). Authorities took action after inspections revealed repeated failures to submit mandatory monthly returns. VOPPA Mandates
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Report On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched searches at multiple locations in Madhya Pradesh in connection with Jayshri Gayatri Food Products Pvt Ltd. The company is under investigation for producing and distributing tainted milk products, both locally and internationally, using counterfeit laboratory certificates. Action Against Company Directors The ED’s operation targets the directors of
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Overview of the Economic Survey FY25 The Economic Survey for FY25 emphasizes the need to regulate ultra-processed foods (UPFs), calling for clear standards on permissible levels of salt and sugar. It highlights the misleading marketing of high-calorie, unhealthy products, such as breakfast cereals, juices, and chocolate drinks, often falsely promoted as healthy despite being classified
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Key Update The Economic Survey 2025–26 has, for the first time, categorised obesity and unhealthy diets as economic risks rather than only public health concerns. It warns that rising obesity levels could weaken productivity, increase healthcare expenditure and place long-term pressure on public finances. Ultra-processed foods are driving unhealthy diets A major factor behind the
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When it comes to refreshing and delicious summer fruits, watermelon takes the crown. Besides being a perfect way to beat the heat, recent research suggests that this juicy delight offers more than just hydration and flavour. A study has revealed that eating watermelon regularly may play a significant role in promoting overall health and well-being.
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