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Ashwagandha Leaves Banned in Foods & Nutraceuticals 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 18, 2026
Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has clarified that manufacturers may use only the roots and root extracts of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) in specified product categories, within prescribed limits, and has explicitly prohibited the use of leaves in any form. However, FSSAI has identified that some manufacturers continue to use
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FSSAI Pushes States for Stronger Enforcement in High-Risk Food Categories 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 3, 2026
Key Update Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has asked States and Union Territories to strengthen on-ground enforcement and tighten inspections in high-risk food categories. At the 49th meeting of the Central Advisory Committee, Rajit Punhani, Chief Executive Officer, FSSAI, urged States to adopt risk-based inspections and run sustained surveillance drives. He asked
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FSSAI Unveils Ayurveda Aahara List to Boost Clarity and Trust 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- August 4, 2025
Key Development In a major step to align traditional health wisdom with modern food regulation, FSSAI, in partnership with the Ministry of Ayush, has released an official list of recognised Ayurveda Aahara products under Category A. This move supports the 2022 Ayurveda Aahara Regulations and aims to boost food safety, consumer trust, and industry clarity.
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FSSAI Pushes QR Code for Food Safety App 0

Key Development The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all food outlets—including restaurants, cafés, dhabas, and eateries—to prominently display a QR code linked to its existing Food Safety Connect mobile app. This new requirement, issued on 25 July, aims to boost consumer engagement and make it easier for the public to

FSSAI Cracks Down on False Food Returns 0

Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has reminded all Food Business Operators (FBOs) to submit their annual returns with complete accuracy. It warned that authorities will impose strict penalties on those who provide false or misleading information. In a recent post on X, FSSAI stressed that complying with these requirements is

FSSAI Bans ‘100%’ Claims on Food Labels and Ads 0

Regulator Orders Immediate Removal of Misleading Claims FSSAI has officially directed all Food Business Operators (FBOs) to stop using the term “100%” and similar absolute claims on food labels, packaging, and promotional materials. In its May 28, 2025 advisory, the authority flagged these terms as vague, unregulated, and potentially misleading under Indian food laws. No