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Key Development SIG Combibloc Group, a global leader in aseptic packaging solutions, has unveiled the world’s first 1-litre aseptic carton aluminium-free, using its breakthrough Terra alu-free full-barrier material. This innovation eliminates aluminium while maintaining full product protection, marking a major step toward sustainable packaging. German retailer ALDI is the first to adopt the format, offering
READ MOREKey Development The Union government has set an ambitious goal: to make at least one Indian food product a regular feature on dining tables worldwide. Announcing this vision, Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan emphasised that World Food India 2025 will play a pivotal role in achieving it while reinforcing India’s commitment to
READ MOREFamily Falls Ill After Bonalu Feast A 46-year-old man died, and eight members of his family were hospitalised after suspected food poisoning in Vanasthalipuram, Hyderabad. The incident occurred when the family consumed reheated leftover reheated meat from a Bonalu festival feast. Leftover Meal Turns Fatal On Sunday, the family cooked chicken, mutton, and boti (goat
READ MOREKey Development The Gujarat government is preparing major amendments to the Food Safety and Standards Act (FSS Act), 2006, to curb food adulteration and protect public health. The proposed changes aim to increase fines fourfold and introduce criminal liability in cases where adulterated food results in death. The plan includes raising penalties for adulteration from
READ MOREKey Development Nestlé, a global leader in nutrition, health, and wellness, has launched Milo Pro, a high-protein twist on its iconic chocolate malt drink. Crafted to support the energy and growth needs of active teens and young adults, Milo Pro delivers three times more protein than regular Milo. This new variant aims to close the
READ MOREReport On July 22, 2025, a passenger travelling on the Vande Bharat Express from New Delhi discovered a black insect in the dal served onboard. The contaminated meal, packed in an aluminium container, raised immediate concerns about food safety on premium trains. The passenger posted a photo of the insect in the dal meal on
READ MOREShocking Scandal Sparks Nationwide Reforms China has announced sweeping food safety measures for schools after a lead poisoning scandal in Gansu province sickened 247 children and staff. The incident, which involved industrial-grade pigment added to kindergarten meals for visual appeal, has been called one of the worst school food safety crises in recent history. The
READ MOREAmbaji Temple Sets Food Safety Benchmark The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has awarded the ‘Eat Right Prasad’ certificate to the mohanthal prasad distributed by the Ambaji Temple Trust, Gujarat. This recognition highlights the temple’s adherence to strict food safety, hygiene, and quality standards in preparing and distributing prasad. Calling it a
READ MOREAt a Glance Every person involved in the food business — whether it’s a restaurant, manufacturing, trading, repacking, or relabelling — must obtain a 14-digit FSSAI Registration or Licence Number as per the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. What is FSSAI? FSSAI stands for Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. Established under the
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