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FSSAI Questions Food Label Claims of Lotte, FNP & Kubera Foods 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued show-cause notices to Lotte India Corporation Pvt. Ltd., Ferns N Petals Pvt. Ltd. and Kubera Foods for allegedly displaying misleading claims on food packaging. According to media reports, FSSAI has directed the companies to respond within seven days and explain why action

Kollam Cracks Down on Food Safety Violations; 14 Eateries Shut 0

Key Update The Food Safety Department has intensified enforcement across Kerala’s Kollam district, inspecting 1,497 food business establishments over the past three months to improve compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. At a review meeting held at the District Collectorate on July 10, officials reported imposing ₹1,67,900 in fines on businesses found violating food

30 Indian Spices Lack Food Safety Standards, Warns ICRIER Report 0

Key Update India’s spice industry, a global leader with nearly 40% of the international market, faces regulatory gaps as around 30 commonly used spices lack notified food safety standards, according to a new report. The report, titled ‘Streamlining the Indian Spice Market for Foods: Issues and Way Forward’, was prepared by the Indian Council for

CMC Orders Zepto to Halt Orders; Burger King Gets Notice Over Violations 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- July 10, 2026
Significant Update Food safety teams from the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) inspected Zepto’s Narsingi facility in Hyderabad and found several hygiene and compliance violations. The officials directed the Food Business Operator (FBO) to temporarily stop accepting customer orders, carry out thorough cleaning and corrective measures, and restart operations only after meeting food safety requirements. Inspection
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FSSAI Pulls Up Alcoholic Beverage Makers Over Flavour and ‘Aged’ Claims 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 10, 2026
Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to several alcoholic beverage manufacturers for alleged violations of the Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) Regulations, 2018. The notices cite the unauthorised use of added flavours, misleading age-related claims, and non-compliance with blend age disclosure requirements. FSSAI has directed the
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Hygiene Lapses Shut Down Popular Mumbai Ice Cream Parlour 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- July 10, 2026
FDA Suspends Licence After Surprise Inspection The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ordered Mumbai’s iconic K Rustom Ice Cream Parlour near Churchgate railway station to shut after a surprise inspection allegedly uncovered serious food safety and hygiene violations. As part of its “Safe Food, Safe Maharashtra” campaign, the FDA suspended the parlour’s licence
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Fried Chicken Complaint Triggers Coimbatore Inspection 0

Key Update A. Sasikumar, a resident of Madukkarai in Coimbatore, visited the hypermarket with his family on Monday night and purchased fried chicken for his children. Within minutes of consuming the food, his children — including a toddler — developed symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhoea. Sasikumar later said the chicken had a rotten smell

Kannur Hotel Closed After Three Students Reportedly Fall Ill Following Meal 0

Key Update Three students reportedly suffered suspected food poisoning after eating Kuzhimandi purchased from Safran Mandi Hotel on Pookkom Road in Panoor in the Kannur district on Friday evening. Within hours of consuming the meal, the students experienced vomiting and severe discomfort. They sought treatment at a private hospital in Panoor and are currently in

What Are Product Claims? A Consumer’s Guide 0

Walk down any supermarket aisle, and you’ll find food packages covered with phrases like “Natural,” “High in Protein,” “No Added Sugar,” “Low Fat,” and “Gluten-Free.” These statements, known as product claims, highlight specific characteristics of a food and often influence purchasing decisions. While some claims provide valuable nutritional information, others primarily serve as marketing tools.

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FSSAI Questions Food Label Claims of Lotte, FNP & Kubera Foods 0

Kollam Cracks Down on Food Safety Violations; 14 Eateries Shut 0

30 Indian Spices Lack Food Safety Standards, Warns ICRIER Report 0

CMC Orders Zepto to Halt Orders; Burger King Gets Notice Over Violations 0

FSSAI Pulls Up Alcoholic Beverage Makers Over Flavour and ‘Aged’ Claims 0

Hygiene Lapses Shut Down Popular Mumbai Ice Cream Parlour 0

Fried Chicken Complaint Triggers Coimbatore Inspection 0

Kannur Hotel Closed After Three Students Reportedly Fall Ill Following Meal 0

What Are Product Claims? A Consumer’s Guide 0

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