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FDA busts racket of synthetic milk across five districts in Maharashtra

FDA also seized shampoo, detergents, palm oil, emulsifiers, etc. worth 1.48 crores, which were allegedly used to make the milk. (Representative Photo/iStock)
Published on Jul 06, 2026 08:12 pm IST

FDA suspends licences of seven Pune eateries for food safety violations

In a separate action, the FDA suspended the food licence of Devansh Milk and Milk Products in Pimple Gurav after seizing 230 kg of ghee and other food products worth 90,500. The stock was confiscated on suspicion of adulteration and for being sold without mandatory labels. (HT)
Updated on Jul 04, 2026 08:51 am IST

India's next pharmaceutical revolution

Indian companies are beginning to invest in the riskiest part of pharmaceutical science: discovering entirely new medicines.
Published on Jul 03, 2026 08:24 am IST

Rats, cockroaches, expired food: FDA cracks down on 6 Mumbai eateries

The FDA on Monday raided premises in Borivali, Santacruz, Andheri, Bandra, and Bhandup.
Updated on Jun 30, 2026 11:26 am IST

FDA seizes dairy products worth 13.7 lakh in crackdown on food safety violations

FDA seizes dairy products worth 13.7 lakh in crackdown on food safety violations
Published on Jun 30, 2026 07:02 am IST

FDA seizes 1.5 tonnes of expired food in Bhiwandi raid

FDA seizes 1.5 tonnes of expired food in Bhiwandi raid
Published on Jun 26, 2026 06:58 am IST

88 hospitalised for food poisoning after eating at Bhiwandi food stall

88 hospitalised for food poisoning after eating at Bhiwandi food stall
Published on Jun 20, 2026 06:32 am IST

FDA, anti-narcotics cell seize Tramadol capsules worth 68,328; two held

Maharashtra FDA and Pune city police’s anti-narcotics cell have seized more than 10,000 Tramadol-containing capsules and arrested two persons allegedly involved in their illegal distribution. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))
Published on Jun 19, 2026 07:28 am IST

Hospitals can’t force patients to buy medicines from their pharmacies: FDA

FDA officials said the action was mainly targeted at small nursing homes/ poly clinics/ small hospitals that insist on patients buying medicines from their in-house store or a particular pharmacy (Representational image)
Published on Jun 13, 2026 05:14 am IST

Illicit liquor units worth 1.5 crore destroyed in Thane, 300 arrested

Illicit liquor units worth 1.5 crore destroyed in Thane, 300 arrested
Updated on Jun 05, 2026 05:58 pm IST

FDA cancels methanol supplier’s licence after Pune hooch tragedy, orders statewide inspection of 937 firms

**PTI's Best Photos of the Week** Pune: Bereaved family members mourn after several people died following the consumption of suspected spurious liquor, at Phugewadi area of Pimpri Chinchwad, in Pune district, Maharashtra, Friday, May 29, 2026. Seven persons died in the Phugewadi area of Pimpri Chinchwad, while five others died in the Pandhare Mala area of Pune's Hadapsar after consuming suspected spurious liquor. (PTI Photo) (PTI05_29_2026_000167A)(PTI05_31_2026_000240A) (PTI)
Published on Jun 05, 2026 05:54 am IST

FDA seizes jaggery, sugar worth 17.79 lakh in Pune district raids

During inspections, officials found jaggery being produced in unhygienic conditions without adequate sanitation measures. Some units were operating without mandatory food safety licences, they said. (HT)
Published on Jun 02, 2026 07:26 am IST

FDA seizes 73 lakh worth of misleading medicines in statewide crackdown

Following directions from FDA commissioner Tukaram Munde, FDA officials launched the drive simultaneously in Pune, Mumbai, Konkan, Nashik, Amravati, Nagpur and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar divisions. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on May 30, 2026 06:38 am IST

FDA seizes 800kg artificially ripened mangoes in raid

The administration has urged citizens to report cases of artificial fruit ripening or food safety violations through the toll-free helpline 1800-222-365. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on May 28, 2026 05:16 am IST

Why did Marty Makary resign as FDA chief? Flavored vape clash explained

Dr. Marty Makary, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner, attends an event on health care affordability in the Oval Office at the White House, April 23, 2026, in Washington.
Published on May 13, 2026 02:30 am IST

Dr Marty Makary: Why Trump wants to remove FDA chief days after e-cigarette move

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary could be ousted from his post, as per reports.
Published on May 09, 2026 03:27 am IST

Illegal medical store busted in Gurugram, narcotics seized in raid

Illegal medical store busted in Gurugram, narcotics seized in raid
Published on Apr 28, 2026 10:03 am IST

Can gene therapy restore hearing in children with deafness? About FDA approval

Regeneron said it plans to offer the therapy free of cost to patients in the United States.
Published on Apr 24, 2026 03:15 am IST

From May 1, cheese analog can no longer be passed off as paneer: FDA

Indian cheese or locally known as paneer made from fresh cow milk are on sale in the open market of varanasi (Shutterstock)
Updated on Apr 22, 2026 10:06 am IST

FDA cancels 6, suspends 21 blood banks in Pune division

The action was taken across Pune, Solapur, Satara, Kolhapur and Sangli districts. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Apr 19, 2026 04:18 am IST

102 chemists lose licences, 286 suspended in Pune division for drug norm violations

Protecting intellectual property will help bring new solutions for rare diseases and new medicines, to save and improve lives. (Photo credits: Shutterstock)
Updated on Apr 13, 2026 05:38 am IST

Potato chips recalled in six US states, consumption could ‘cause serious…’

Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle Potato Chips are recalled due to undeclared milk allergen that may cause severe reactions.
Updated on Mar 06, 2026 04:48 pm IST

US FDA says Novo's obesity pill TV ad is false or misleading

Wegovy pens are sorted at a packaging line at Novo Nordisk's facility in Hillerod, Denmark, March 8, 2024.
Updated on Feb 10, 2026 12:46 am IST

Unlicensed medical devices worth 4.4 lakh seized in Palam Vihar raid

According to Dr Kumar, during the investigation, their team found 20 types of medical devices.
Published on Jan 17, 2026 04:18 am IST

Pune FDA busts illegal tobacco unit, seizes stock worth 32 crore

The seizure included raw tobacco, glucose syrup, glycerin, and finished products such as scented tobacco and shisha flavours used in hookah, all banned under the Food Safety and Standards Act. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on Jan 05, 2026 03:42 am IST

Pune FDA busts interstate counterfeit drug racket

Pune FDA busts interstate counterfeit drug racket
Published on Dec 12, 2025 08:30 am IST

White House asks for resignation of top aide to FDA chief, Politico reports

White House asks for resignation of top aide to FDA chief, Politico reports
Published on Nov 22, 2025 01:21 am IST

Infant botulism outbreak in US, FDA warns: Symptoms every parent must know

Infant botulism outbreak tied to recalled formula in 10 US states!
Published on Nov 10, 2025 01:24 pm IST

Popular candy bars recalled ahead of Halloween over life-threatening risk

Zingerman’s recalled two candy bars ahead of Halloween over a potentially life-threatening mix-up
Published on Oct 29, 2025 11:23 pm IST

US cakes recall: FDA issues highest risk warning for famous ‘Tom Cruise Cake’

Doan's Bakery has voluntarily recalled its White Chocolate Coconut Bundt Cake, which has become a celebrity holiday staple and is said to be served to a number of high-profile friends by actor Tom Cruise.
Updated on Oct 28, 2025 04:35 pm IST