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FSSAI ONDC Compliance 2026: What Food Businesses Must Do Now 0
- Food Laws, General, News
- April 11, 2026
Significant Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued a key order on 18 March 2026 outlining compliance obligations for e-commerce Food Business Operators under the ONDC model. This update introduces clear accountability across multiple entities in a single transaction, making it essential for businesses to understand their roles. What is ONDC
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Food Safety Complaints Surge to 7,700 in 2024–25, Govt Tells Parliament 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 12, 2026
Key Update Consumers filed more than 7,700 complaints related to food adulteration and food safety during the financial year 2024–25, and authorities have already resolved nearly 6,000 cases, the government informed Parliament on Wednesday. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Consumer Affairs B. L. Verma said consumers submit food
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FSSAI Launches New Licensing Category for Ayurveda Aahara Products 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 6, 2025
Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced a new business category under its FoSCoS licensing system for food businesses producing Ayurveda Aahara. This new licensing framework, effective from September 1, 2025, aims to streamline the registration process for companies manufacturing food products based on Ayurvedic principles, as defined under
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New Rule Alert: FBOs Must File Closure Reports After Licence Expiry 0

Closure Reports Now Mandatory The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has made it compulsory for all food business operators (FBOs) to file a closure report if their licence or registration expires during the financial year 2024–25. The national food regulator issued this directive in a notice titled “Mandatory Submission of Closure Report

Hidden Booze in Your Chocolates? FDA Cracks Down on Imported Treats 0

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May 16, 2025

Report The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) Department has started collecting samples of imported chocolates from across Karnataka amid concerns over undisclosed alcohol content in these products. According to media reports, many popular imported chocolates often lack clear labels warning consumers—especially children—about their alcohol content. Focus on Clear Alcohol Disclosure in Labels The department’s

FSSAI Launches Digital Tool for Reporting Misleading Food Labels 0

Report On Wednesday, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched a new digital tool that enables consumers to report misleading claims on food labels directly. This initiative, aligned with FSSAI’s Advertisement and Claims Monitoring Committee (AMC), aims to strengthen on-the-ground regulatory oversight and promote accountability across the food industry. Consumers can now