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India's food safety regulator FSSAI has proposed banning added sucrose and fructose in foods for infants up to six months old. The draft amendment is open for public consultation and aims to strengthen nutritional safeguards and support appropriate infant feeding

TG SAFE has suspended the FSSAI licences of seven restaurants in three Telangana districts over serious food safety violations. Inspections found pest infestations, rotten vegetables, expired food and unhygienic kitchens. Officials also issued notices and ordered a separate restaurant to close.

TG SAFE has suspended the FSSAI licences of 11 restaurants in Madhapur, Hitec City and Gachibowli, directing them to stop operations after inspections found pest infestations, expired food, contamination, poor storage, unhygienic kitchens and other serious violations

TG SAFE suspended the FSSAI licences of eight restaurants and ordered their immediate closure after inspections found serious food safety violations. Officials also closed an unlicensed eatery, lifted 16 samples and issued improvement and show-cause notices to other establishments

The Kerala High Court was informed that the Travancore Devaswom Board will address FSSAI-identified deficiencies in cleaning, sanitation, pest control and storage at Sabarimala’s prasadam unit. The court also directed officials to expedite steps to establish a full-fledged food analysis laboratory.

FSSAI has initiated legal action against Nestle India over alleged non-compliance with food safety norms in three infant nutrition products. The regulator flagged promotional claims in two products and found a follow-up formula non-conforming with biotin requirements

The National Institute of Nutrition has raised concerns over FSSAI's proposed red warning labels for packaged foods high in sugar, fat and salt. It has urged warnings for products exceeding limits for even one nutrient instead of multiple nutrients.

The Supreme Court has sought clarifications from FSSAI on proposed front-of-package labels for foods high in fat, sugar and salt. The court also asked the Centre about nutritional literacy in schools and directed FSSAI to provide a scientifically justified implementation timeline

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