A to Z Archives

FSSAI Issues Notice to Rishtey Namkeen Over Edible Oil Labelling Lapse 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a notice to Rishtey Namkeen over alleged labelling deficiencies in two of its products following complaints raised by consumers. According to the regulator, vigilant consumers flagged that the labels of Farsan Street Masala Patta and Farsan Street Roasted Millet Bhel did not

FSSAI’s ‘100% Pure’ Ban May Cost Food Companies Crores, Experts Say 0

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

Hyderabad’s Restaurants Lag in FSSAI Hygiene Ratings 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 22, 2026
Significant Update Despite being home to one of India’s largest food and restaurant industries, Hyderabad has recorded the lowest adoption of food hygiene ratings among major metro cities, according to data from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). The city, known for its vibrant culinary culture and annual food industry turnover of
READ MORE
Nearly 100 Hospitalised After Suspected Fish Poisoning in Aryanad 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 20, 2026
Significant Update Nearly 100 people from the Aryanad region have sought treatment at various hospitals after allegedly suffering food poisoning following the consumption of fish. Over the past week, patients have been admitted to the Medical College Hospital as well as several government and private healthcare facilities. Cases have been reported from Aryanad, Uzhamalaykkal, Parandode,
READ MORE
FSDA Destroys 8,600 Litres of Expired Food Products in Kanpur 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 20, 2026
Key Update The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA), Uttar Pradesh, has destroyed nearly 8,600 litres of expired food products worth approximately ₹2.32 lakh after uncovering a large stockpile at a manufacturing unit in Kanpur. During a surprise inspection conducted on June 15 at Vishal Bharat Industries in Jajmau, officials discovered a substantial quantity of
READ MORE