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Swiggy has launched a dedicated helpline and an in-app Food Safety channel for customers to report concerns related to their orders. The company said the initiative will help address complaints, identify recurring issues, engage restaurant partners and strengthen preventive measures

The FSSAI has suspended the licences of Kailash Formulation and Sanecure Water Project in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas over severe food safety, hygiene and sanitation violations. Inspections found missing records, pest infestation, poor maintenance and other compliance lapses

TG-SAFE enforcement teams inspected 19 cafes and snack points in Hyderabad, detecting expired food, poor hygiene, pest infestation, and lack of valid FSSAI licenses. Several establishments were shut or issued notices, with samples lifted for adulteration tests.

Food safety watchdog FSSAI has asked leading five-star hotel operators to strictly follow food safety and hygiene norms, stressing zero tolerance for violations. The move follows recent notices issued to two Delhi hotels after inspections found serious hygiene and storage lapses

FSSAI’s front-of-pack warning labels for packaged foods are a welcome step, but they will be meaningful only if consumers understand what the labels signify

FSSAI has prohibited the sale of compounded asafoetida products by Everest Food Products and Laljee Godhoo after surveillance and legal sampling allegedly found them sub-standard, misbranded or adulterated. Both firms have been directed to submit corrective action plans and ensure compliance

FSSAI has proposed red hexagonal front-of-pack warning labels for packaged foods high in added fat, sugar and salt. The proposal, submitted to the Supreme Court, seeks phased implementation to help consumers identify unhealthy products and make informed choices, especially for children

FSSAI has proposed red front-of-pack warning labels for processed foods and beverages high in sugar, salt or fat, following Supreme Court pressure to expedite regulations. The move aims to help consumers identify nutritional risks, though major food companies oppose the proposal

FSSAI has issued notices to JW Marriott and Andaz in Delhi’s Aerocity after inspections found serious food safety and hygiene violations. Officials reported pest activity, expired food, poor sanitation, labelling issues and other deficiencies, with samples collected for laboratory analysis

FSSAI said several food companies, including Mondelez India and Amway India, withdrew misleading product claims and revised packaging following regulatory notices. Mondelez removed health and nutrient claims, while Amway dropped “100%” from its coconut oil label and discontinued “Energy Drink” terminology

FSSAI has issued over 150 notices to major food companies, including Nestle India, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola India, over misleading advertisements, false claims and labelling violations. The regulator also took action against e-commerce platforms, restaurants and beverage manufacturers for alleged non-compliance

A temporary ban on 11 liquor brands sold through Tamil Nadu’s state-owned TASMAC has been revoked within three days. The Prohibition and Excise Department lifted the August 11 order after the manufacturer assured compliance with FSSAI labelling and product standards

The NHRC has issued notices to all states, Union Territories and FSSAI over concerns surrounding ‘analogue paneer’, seeking clarity on its nutritional value, labelling and regulation. It also questioned the need for allowing such products amid restrictions in three states

The Supreme Court criticised the Centre and FSSAI for delaying front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods high in sugar, salt and saturated fat. The court said children’s health cannot be compromised and gave the government two weeks to respond

Food safety officials in Bengaluru shut the kitchen of a high-end rooftop lounge after finding unhygienic conditions, expired dairy products and rotten meat. Across 60 three- and five-star hotels, officials seized 132 kg of food and collected 77 samples for testing

The Delhi High Court on Friday stayed an FSSAI directive prohibiting Dabur India from selling food products carrying “100 per cent” claims. The court said the order was prima facie issued without hearing Dabur, which has sold the products for decades

FSSAI has penalised AWL Agri Business Ltd for manufacturing and selling substandard fortified sunflower cooking oil under the Fortune brand. A Goa sample failed laboratory tests due to inadequate Vitamin D levels, violating food fortification standards under the Food Safety Act

FSSAI has ordered PIE Foods to immediately stop selling its Monk Fruit Extract Sweetener and Monk Fruit Sweetener Drops after finding licensing, labelling and advertising violations. The company must obtain the required licence endorsements and regulatory approvals before resuming sales

United Spirits and Associated Alcohol & Breweries have approached the Bombay and Madhya Pradesh High Courts, respectively, challenging FSSAI notices over alleged use of flavours that mimic alcoholic beverages' natural profiles, while industry bodies have also taken up the issue with the regulator

The FSSAI directed Dabur India to immediately stop selling certain food products carrying allegedly misleading "100 per cent" claims and submit a compliance report within 15 days. The regulator cited violations of food advertising and organic labelling regulations