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UNICEF Sounds Alarm on India’s Childhood Obesity Risk 0

Key Update India could soon have the highest number of overweight and obese children in the world if urgent action is not taken, warns UNICEF. The organisation projects that by 2030, more than 27 million Indian children aged 5–19 may be living with obesity—11% of the global total. UNICEF’s Chief of Nutrition in India, Marie-Claude

Food Safety Takes Centre Stage for Indian Consumers, Finds PwC Survey 0

Key Update Indian consumers are placing food safety at the forefront of their purchasing decisions, even surpassing price as a top concern, according to PwC India’s Voice of the Consumer 2025 report. The study reveals that 84% of respondents now prioritise food safety, marking a significant shift in what they expect from brands. As awareness

Texas Sued Over Two-Year Ban on Lab-Grown Meat 0

Key Update Two U.S. food technology companies, Upside Foods (cultivated chicken) and Wildtype (cultivated salmon), have filed a lawsuit against the state of Texas over its newly enforced ban on lab-grown meat. The companies, represented by the Institute for Justice, argue that the ban amounts to government overreach and is designed to shield traditional cattle

FSSAI Joins IIT (BHU) to Tighten Hostel and Canteen Hygiene 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) organised a Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) programme last week at the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi. The initiative aimed to improve hygiene and safety practices in the institute’s hostels and canteens. The Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Council of Wardens inaugurated

Absolute Barbeque Outlets in Hyderabad Hit by Food Safety Violations 0

Key Update Absolute Barbeque, a popular restaurant chain in Hyderabad, came under the lens of the Food Safety Task Force and Food Safety Officers (FSOs) on Tuesday (September 9, 2025) following a complaint lodged with the Commissioner of Food Safety. Officials inspected ten outlets, including locations at A.S. Rao Nagar, Kompally, Medipally, Banjara Hills, Jubilee

Milk Adulteration Racket Busted in Cuttack, Over 1,000L Seized 0

Key Update On Wednesday, police in Cuttack uncovered a major milk adulteration racket at Kusupangi in Cuttack, Odisha. During the operation, officers seized over 1,000 litres of contaminated milk, along with mixing equipment and harmful chemicals. The milk, reportedly transported from Sambalpur in a pickup vehicle, was allegedly destined for a prominent dairy company in

Mumbai Food Handlers Trained Under Zepto’s Sankalp Programme 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 11, 2025
Key Update Zepto, one of India’s fastest-growing quick commerce platforms, recently conducted a large-scale food safety training session in Mumbai as part of its Zepto Sankalp Programme. The event, held at The Rangaswar Hall, Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Nariman Point, brought together hundreds of food handlers, including last-mile delivery partners and pickers from its city operations.
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ITC Tackles Protein Gap with New Aashirvaad High-Protein Atta 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 11, 2025
Key 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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Agilent Technologies India and ICAR-NRCG Advance Food Testing Collaboration 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 10, 2025
Key Update Agilent Technologies India, a leader in life sciences and diagnostics technology, and the ICAR (Indian Agricultural Research Institute) – National Research Centre for Grapes (NRCG), Pune, announced the next phase of their research and development collaboration on Monday. This partnership addresses the growing demand for reliable, scalable, and regulation-ready food testing solutions. Boosting
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UNICEF Sounds Alarm on India’s Childhood Obesity Risk 0

Food Safety Takes Centre Stage for Indian Consumers, Finds PwC Survey 0

Texas Sued Over Two-Year Ban on Lab-Grown Meat 0

FSSAI Joins IIT (BHU) to Tighten Hostel and Canteen Hygiene 0

Absolute Barbeque Outlets in Hyderabad Hit by Food Safety Violations 0

Milk Adulteration Racket Busted in Cuttack, Over 1,000L Seized 0

Mumbai Food Handlers Trained Under Zepto’s Sankalp Programme 0

ITC Tackles Protein Gap with New Aashirvaad High-Protein Atta 0

Agilent Technologies India and ICAR-NRCG Advance Food Testing Collaboration 0

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