Food Safety Archives

FSSAI Notices IRCTC Over Train Toilet Utensil Video 0

Significant Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a notice to the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) after taking suo motu cognisance of a viral social media video that allegedly shows catering staff washing utensils inside a train toilet on the Mumbai–Ernakulam Duronto Express. FSSAI described the alleged

SC Issues Notices to FSSAI, Centre Over Alleged Lapses in FSS Act Enforcement 0

Key Update The Supreme Court (SC) of India has issued notices to the Central Government, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), and the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution while hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking stronger food safety enforcement in India. A bench

FSSAI Debunks Viral ‘Plastic Egg’ and ‘Injected Watermelon’ Myths 0

Key Update Eggs remain one of the most affordable and widely consumed sources of protein in India. Known for their nutrition and versatility, they form a regular part of daily diets across households. However, social media platforms have recently sparked fears over so-called “plastic eggs,” with several viral posts and videos claiming that artificial eggs

FSSAI Tightens Food Safety Rules for Besan, Seafood and Cold-Pressed Oils 0
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- May 29, 2026
Key Update India’s food regulator has tightened safety standards for several commonly consumed foods amid rising concerns over contamination, adulteration and chemical residues. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued revised and draft regulations covering heavy metals, toxins, antibiotic residues and quality standards for products ranging from besan and edible oils
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Surat Police Bust Fake Ghee Manufacturing Racket in Kamrej 0
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- May 28, 2026
Key Update Surat Rural Police busted a fake ghee manufacturing racket operating from a warehouse in Kamrej taluka on Wednesday. During the raid, the Local Crime Branch (LCB) seized raw materials and machinery worth nearly ₹3 lakh, highlighting growing food safety concerns in South Gujarat. Police Raid Warehouse in Navagam Acting on information about the
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Ludhiana Officials Destroy 18 Kg of Suspected Fake Paneer 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- May 28, 2026
Key Update Amid rising summer health concerns, the food safety department in Ludhiana intensified checks on food adulteration and destroyed nearly 18 kg of suspected fake paneer during a surprise inspection drive at the city’s vegetable market on Wednesday. Officials Inspect Paneer Sold at Roadside Stalls Under the supervision of District Health Officer Dr Ashish
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