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Coimbatore Authorities Mandate Higher Mineral Content in Bottled Water 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 7, 2025
Authorities Push for Healthier Bottled Water The Food Safety Department in Coimbatore has directed all packaged bottled water manufacturers to increase the mineral content in their products. Dr. T. Anuradha, the Designated Officer of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), led a sensitisation meeting on Friday, where she emphasised the need to
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FDCA Seizes 4.4 Tons of Suspected Adulterated Ghee and Butter in Gujarat 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, Resources
- June 4, 2025
Overview In a decisive move against food safety violations, the Food and Drugs Control Administration (FDCA) of Aravalli, Gujarat, along with the Police Department and the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), raided M/s Bapashri Dairy Products in Bhiloda, Aravalli. The joint team seized over 4.4 tons of ghee and butter, suspected to be substandard or adulterated,
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West Bengal to Protect Darjeeling Tea with Lab and Task Force 0
- A to Z, Food Laws, Health & Wellness, News
- June 2, 2025
Report West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced the establishment of a dedicated laboratory and task force to stop the adulteration of Darjeeling tea. She made the declaration on Monday after tea industry representatives raised concerns about blending it with cheaper, lower-quality imports. Industry Leader Flags Threat to GI Tag Rudra Chatterjee, Managing Director of
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Amul’s Infant Formula Sparks IMS Act Row 0

Report Amul’s launch of “India’s first liquid infant formula” has triggered strong criticism from public health activists. They filed formal complaints with the Ministry of Women and Child Development, the Health Ministry, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights. The activists allege that Amul

FSSAI Urges States to Curb Obesity, Cut Oil Use by 10%0

Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has urged States and Union Territories to ramp up efforts to combat obesity and cut down edible oil consumption by 10%. During the 47th Central Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting held on May 27 in New Delhi, FSSAI officials emphasised the urgency of tackling these growing

Ice Cream and Frozen Dessert: What Sets Them Apart?0

When you enjoy a cold treat like ice cream or frozen dessert, you expect it to be safe, tasty, and true to its label. In India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI) enforces strict regulations to ensure these products meet high standards of safety, quality, and transparency. Though both may look similar, they differ