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FSSAI Moves to Mandate Daily Production Records 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 31, 2026
Key Update To strengthen food safety and traceability, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed new regulations requiring food manufacturers to maintain daily production records and raw material usage. FSSAI detailed these proposals in a draft notification published in the Gazette. Focus on Hygiene, Accountability, and Consumer Safety The draft rules
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Odisha Bans Gutkha and Tobacco Products Statewide 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 27, 2026
Key Development In a significant public health intervention, the Odisha government has imposed a statewide ban on the manufacture, preparation, packaging, storage, transportation, trade, and sale of gutkha, pan masala, zarda, khaini, and all food products containing tobacco or nicotine. The move follows directions from the Honourable Supreme Court and guidelines issued by the Food
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FSSAI Raids Expose Adulteration and Hygiene Lapses Across States 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 14, 2026
Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) conducted enforcement drives across multiple states last week and uncovered cases of food adulteration, poor hygiene, and regulatory violations. On 6 January 2026, the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety Department, along with Mohanpur Police, seized 7,210 kg of adulterated ghee in Kasganj. The authorities valued
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FDA Shuts VN Desai Hospital Canteen Over Licence, Hygiene Violations 0

Key Update The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Mumbai ordered the immediate closure of VN Desai Hospital’s in-house canteen after inspectors found it operating with an expired licence and under unhygienic conditions. Managed by a private caterer for years, the canteen continued serving staff and patients’ relatives despite its Food Safety and Standards Authority

Viral Claims on Amul Dahi Prompt Food Safety Clarification 0

Key Update Curd plays an essential role in Indian kitchens, offering probiotics, protein, and calcium while adding a refreshing tang to everyday meals. Recently, however, viral social media claims have raised concerns about the safety of packaged curd, specifically Amul Masti Dahi. Video Compares Pouch- and Cup-Packaged Curd An Instagram video shared by the handle

Southern Dairy & Food Conclave 2026 Comes to Kozhikode 0

Key Update The Southern Dairy and Food Conclave (SDFC) 2026 is set to attract more than 2,000 delegates, including policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and dairy farmers, to Kozhikode for a three-day conclave commencing on Thursday. Hosted at Calicut Trade Centre from January 8 to 10 Organised by the Indian Dairy Association (IDA) South Zone Chapter in