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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

Hygiene Lapses Shut Down Popular Mumbai Ice Cream Parlour 0

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

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
- A to Z, Food Laws, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- July 9, 2026
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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New BIS Standard Bans Harmful Chemicals in Tea Bags 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- July 3, 2026
New Standard Sets Safety Requirements for Tea Bags The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced India’s first dedicated safety standard for tea bags, establishing requirements for tea bag materials, packaging, labelling, and manufacturing practices. The new standard, IS 19787:2026, aims to improve consumer safety, product quality, and transparency across the tea bag industry. As
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FSSAI’s ‘100% Pure’ Ban May Cost Food Companies Crores, Experts Say 0
- A to Z, Food Laws, General, News
- June 22, 2026
Significant Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has barred food companies from using terms such as “100%”, “100% Pure”, and similar absolute claims on food labels, packaging, and promotional materials. The move aims to prevent misleading marketing practices and improve transparency for consumers. While the change may appear minor, industry experts
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