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Vision Sabarimala Sets Stage for Cleaner, Safer Pilgrim Food 0

Significant Update The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) has decided to strengthen food safety and hygiene standards at hotels and food stalls in Sabarimala. The Board will revise tender conditions and bring organisations such as Kudumbashree, Indian Coffee House, and KTDC into the food service sector at Sannidhanam and Pamba. Board Makes Health Cards and Hygiene

FSSAI Seeks Explanation From Blinkit Over Complaints of ‘Rubbery’ Eggs 0

FSSAI Issues Notice to Blinkit India’s food regulator, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has sought an explanation from Blinkit following multiple consumer complaints about the alleged sale of poor-quality eggs on its platform. According to sources, FSSAI took suo motu cognisance of complaints circulating on social media and issued a notice

Ashwagandha Leaves Banned in Foods & Nutraceuticals 0

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

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
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- August 1, 2025
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
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