Sustainability Archives

FSSAI Approves Use of Recycled PET for Food Packaging 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- April 5, 2025
Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has revised its packaging regulations to permit the use of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) in food packaging, marking a major shift toward sustainability. Ensuring Food Safety Standards Under the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) First Amendment Regulations, 2025, FSSAI has lifted its ban on recycled
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Global Seminar Highlights Sustainable Farming and Plant Health 0
- Event, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 10, 2025
Report Dr Danda Rajireddy, Vice-Chancellor of Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University, highlighted organic farming and sustainability as key to enhancing horticultural productivity. He stressed that integrating contemporary research with natural farming methods can help meet the needs of a growing population. While chairing a global seminar on plant health and food safety—co-hosted by Telangana
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Hospitality Sector Questions Zomato and Swiggy’s Private-Label Food Delivery 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 14, 2025
Report The Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) and the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) have strongly opposed Zomato and Swiggy’s entry into the private-label food delivery sector. Both associations argue that the move disrupts fair competition and jeopardizes the restaurant industry. Impact on Restaurants The NRAI, representing over five lakh
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Mysuru Trains Street Food Vendors on Hygiene and Safety 0

Report Street food plays a vital role for travellers who seek authentic local experiences during their visit. To ensure that tourists enjoy safe and hygienic food while relying on street food, the Department of Tourism in Mysuru conducted a two-day training session for street food vendors and dhaba operators. The training, which focused on food

Enzymes in Food: Boosting Quality, Nutrition, and Sustainability 0

Enzymes are nature’s catalysts that play an essential role in transforming food. These biological molecules simplify, enhance, and preserve food products, improving their quality, taste, nutritional value, and shelf life. From dairy to beverages, enzymes are key to breaking down complex molecules, enhancing textures, and unlocking hidden nutrients, making food both more accessible and enjoyable.

Tracking Food Safety: The Impact of Traceability in India’s Food Chain 0

Food traceability refers to the process of tracking and documenting the movement of food products from their origin to consumption. This system allows businesses, authorities, and consumers to trace the entire journey of food items through every stage of the supply chain, including production, processing, packaging, and distribution. In an increasingly globalized food system, traceability