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Nepal Bans Priyagold Biscuits Over Alleged Cattle-Feed Bran Use 0

Key Update Nepal has banned the import, sale, and distribution of Priyagold biscuits manufactured by India’s Surya Food and Agro Ltd, following serious food safety concerns raised by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Nepal’s Department of Food Technology and Quality Control (DFTQC) announced the restrictions after Indian authorities flagged the use

FSSAI Proposes Ban on Added Sucrose and Fructose in Infant Foods 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed prohibiting the addition of sucrose and fructose to food products intended for infants up to six months of age. The proposal aims to minimise early exposure to added sugars and strengthen nutritional safeguards during a critical stage of growth and development. According

Delhi HC Backs Britannia’s ‘No Added Sugar, No Maida’ Claims 0

Key Update The Delhi High Court has stayed an order issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) directing Britannia Industries to remove the claims “No Added Sugar,” “No Maida” and “No Palm Oil” from its NutriChoice Millets Cookies packaging and advertisements. The Court granted interim relief to Britannia, allowing the company

The Cold Chain Breakdown: How Food Safety Is Put at Risk 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- October 22, 2026
Perishable foods such as dairy products, meat, fish, and frozen foods require appropriate temperature control to maintain their safety and quality. However, keeping food cold at one stage is not enough. Temperature control must continue throughout storage, handling, transportation, and distribution. When this cold chain breaks, food may be exposed to conditions that encourage microbial
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FSSAI Mandates Safe Temperatures for Perishable Foods 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- October 19, 2026
Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed food businesses to maintain appropriate temperatures when storing and transporting perishable food products throughout the supply chain. It has also instructed state food safety authorities to step up vigilance and take action against violations. Temperature Abuse Raises Food Safety Concerns In an
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FSSAI Flags Horlicks Birth Weight Claims, Questions Nestlé’s Product Compliance 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, General, Health & Wellness, News
- October 19, 2026
Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to Hindustan Unilever (HUL) and Nestlé India over alleged regulatory violations involving two products. The regulator questioned birth-weight-related claims on Horlicks Mother’s Plus Kesar and flagged approval and labelling issues with Nestlé’s Resource Renal nutritional powder. FSSAI Questions Birth Weight Claims
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