Food Laws Archives

Govt. Considers Health Tax on Ultra-Processed Foods to Tackle Diet Risks 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 1, 2025
Report The government is considering a higher tax on ultra-processed foods (UPFs), effectively introducing a ‘health tax’ to discourage the promotion of these products. The pre-Budget Economic Survey 2024-25, presented in Parliament on Friday (January 31, 2025) by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, emphasized this recommendation. The proposal urges the Union Ministry of Health and
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Karnataka’s “Magic” Food Testing Kits in Full Swing 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- January 23, 2025
Overview To ensure food safety and combat adulteration, the Karnataka health ministry has introduced food safety test kits at 10 locations across Bengaluru. These kits enable consumers to quickly check if items like paneer, fish, and raw food materials contain harmful additives using a simple tincture test. Simple Tests for Easy Adulteration Detection At any
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FSSAI CEO Calls for Responsible Food Safety Compliance 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- January 21, 2025
Report On Friday, G. Kamala Vardhana Rao, CEO of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), urged food business entrepreneurs (FBO) to responsibly incorporate sugar and artificial sweeteners into processed foods. More than 400 participants, including food business operators (FBOs), manufacturers, and regulatory agencies, attended the program held in Hyderabad. Rao emphasized that
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Erythrosine, or Red 3: A Deep Dive into Its Risks and Regulations 0

Erythrosine, also known as Red 3 is a synthetic red dye widely used in food products, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals to enhance colour. While it provides a vibrant hue, erythrosine raises concerns due to its potential health risks, including cancer and thyroid dysfunction. Despite these harmful effects, many countries, including India, still use the dye under

Red Alert: The Hidden Dangers of Red Dye No. 40 0

Report The recent ban on red dye No. 3 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has sparked widespread concern among consumers, prompting them to re-evaluate their food choices. Many are not only checking for the presence of red dye No. 3 but are also scrutinizing other products for potentially harmful ingredients. In this

Kerala’s Food Safety Labs to Gain NABL Accreditation 0

Report Kerala is on track to have its food safety laboratories accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) in microbiology. This follows the launch of a new microbiology laboratory at the Government Analysts Laboratory in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday. Timely Accreditation for All Laboratories Health Minister Veena George confirmed that the