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India Gains Global Spotlight for Leading Millet Standards at Codex Meet 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 22, 2025
India Champions Millet Standards at Rome Session India received global recognition for steering the development of international food standards during the 88th Executive Committee session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CCEXEC88). The meeting, held at FAO headquarters in Rome from July 14–18, highlighted India’s leadership in setting global benchmarks for whole millet grains — a
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Biscuit Break? India’s Snack Rush Sees First Dip Post-Pandemic 0
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- May 20, 2025
Overview India’s packaged snack consumption stalled in 2025, with households consuming around 12.8 kg on average, unchanged from the previous year. According to Kantar data, shoppers held back on increasing their snack purchases despite not cutting back significantly on items like biscuits, noodles, and namkeen. Fewer Trips, Less Growth Kantar analysts explained that snack consumption
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India’s Per Capita Food Waste Below Global Average 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- March 14, 2025
Report India’s food wastage per capita stood at 55 kg annually in 2022, significantly lower than the global average of 79 kg per person per year, according to the UNEP Food Waste Index Report 2024. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched initiatives like the “Save Food Share Food” campaign, encouraging
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How Climate Change Affects Food Safety in India 0

As climate change impacts the planet, food safety is increasingly at risk, especially in India, where agriculture is a vital part of the economy and people’s livelihoods. Unpredictable weather patterns, such as extreme heat, floods, and changing rainfall, are directly affecting the quality and safety of the food we rely on. These changes not only

Stanford Study Reveals Risks of Raw Milk and the Need for Pasteurization 0

Report A recent study by Stanford University uncovers hidden risks associated with raw milk, commonly promoted as a healthy alternative to pasteurized milk. The research found that the influenza virus can remain infectious in refrigerated raw milk for up to five days, raising concerns about potential transmission through consumption. The study underscores the importance of

Food Safety License For KFC Outlet In Thoothukudi Revoked 0

Due to the use of a synthetic chemical, the KFC outlet in Thoothukudi has had its food safety license temporarily revoked. On Thursday, a team led by Area Food Safety Officer Kalimuthu and District Food Safety Designated Officer Mariyappan examined the eatery located within the Velavan Hypermarket complex. The Inspection During the raid, officials discovered