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FSSAI cracks down on misleading food and alcohol claims

FSSAI cracks down on misleading food and alcohol claims
Published on Aug 04, 2026 05:10 pm IST

Dabur asked to stop sale of honey, other products with '100%' claims. Here's why

Dabur sells a wide range of food products, including honey, apple cider vinegar, virgin coconut oil, cow ghee, coconut water and more.
Updated on Aug 04, 2026 01:49 pm IST

Which Dabur products are banned from using 'misleading' 100% claims? Full list

FSSAI added that Dabur Himalayan Organic Apple Cider Vinegar and Dabur Organic Honey were found displaying the Jaivik Bharat Logo, without any valid FSSAI endorsement.
Updated on Aug 04, 2026 06:00 pm IST

FSSAI prohibits Dabur from selling food products with '100 pc' claims

Dabur Himalayan Organic Apple Cider Vinegar and Dabur Organic Honey were found displaying the Jaivik Bharat Logo without valid FSSAI organic endorsement.
Published on Aug 04, 2026 01:49 pm IST

FSSAI suspends nutraceutical maker’s licence

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Updated on Jul 25, 2026 10:48 am IST

Why FSSAI has called out Red Bull, Sting makers for ‘energy drink’ branding

The action marks the latest step in the FSSAI's tighter scrutiny of food and beverage marketing claims.
Updated on Jul 02, 2026 04:02 pm IST

Notices to food brands over consumer complaints

According to reports, the notices have been issued to Nestlé India for Maggi, KFC, Flipkart and food brand Open Secret for alleged lapses
Updated on Jun 13, 2026 06:54 am IST

IRCTC 'gets' FSSAI notice over video of utensils being 'washed' in train toilet

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) termed the act, if true, objectionable as it could lead to food contamination, they added.
Published on May 29, 2026 12:58 am IST

‘Our mistake’: The Whole Truth CEO on ‘No added sugar’ label change delay

Shashank Mehta, co-founder and CEO of The Whole Truth, clarifies on the 'No added sugar' label row.
Updated on May 27, 2026 03:00 pm IST

What’s the tea? Food regulator now draws the line

Under the new rules, infusions made from chamomile, hibiscus, or peppermint—technically known as tisanes — must drop the “tea” suffix. (FILE)
Updated on Dec 26, 2025 07:06 am IST

AIIMS-trained neurologist explains whether 'eggs can actually cause cancer’

Dr Sehrawat advises caution as egg safety claims spark social media alarm.
Updated on Dec 14, 2025 03:00 pm IST

Surgeon reveals if eggs cause cancer as brand slammed for using banned chemicals

Dr Vora said the findings, from a single Trustified test, are alarming but don’t mean all eggs cause cancer.
Published on Dec 11, 2025 11:59 pm IST

HC dismisses plea against FSSAI's orders banning sale of beverages with 'ORS' branding

HC dismisses plea against FSSAI's orders banning sale of beverages with 'ORS' branding
Published on Nov 03, 2025 03:28 pm IST

‘Not for new production’: Delhi high court clarifies its ORS order

The clarification came amid criticism on social media of the earlier order, which was widely interpreted as the court permitting food and business operators (FBOs) to continue manufacturing beverages with ORS branding.
Published on Oct 29, 2025 04:00 am IST

Doctors warn sugary 'ORS' drinks can be more dangerous than diarrhea itself

Doctors warn: Sugary 'ORS' drinks could be more dangerous than diarrhoea itself!
Updated on Oct 27, 2025 09:07 am IST

How this doctor's 8-year fight forced FSSAI to drop ‘ORS’ tag from energy drinks

Dr Sivaranjani Santosh said the directives come as a "huge relief",
Updated on Oct 18, 2025 10:24 am IST

Ludhiana: 160-kg ‘spurious’ sweets destroyed, samples taken

Officials with the seized material at a cold storage facility in Ludhiana on Friday. (HT Photo)
Published on Oct 18, 2025 03:12 am IST

No more ‘ORS’ on brand labels, products: What food regulator's move means

Order covers cases where the term appears alone, with any prefix or suffix, or as part of a trademark in the product name.
Updated on Oct 23, 2025 06:47 pm IST

Emotional doctor cries on camera, declares victory after FSSAI's ORS directive

Salt water increases the electrolyte content of the water. Do you know it is the best form of ORS?
Updated on Oct 18, 2025 11:59 am IST

Signalling health in packaged food space

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Feedback from informed consumption (following the warnings) could prompt manufacturers to reformulate products and make them healthier. (HT Photo)
Published on Sept 01, 2025 08:33 pm IST

SC seeks responses on consumer 'right to know' about product details plea

The plea sought directions to the authorities to ensure every distributor, and shop owner displayed details related to shop at the entry gate in bold letters.
Published on Oct 07, 2025 02:22 am IST

SC extends time for FSSAI to file report on mandatory labels on packaged foods

The Supreme Court of India. (File Photo)
Published on Jul 15, 2025 02:29 pm IST

Closure report mandatory upon licence expiry: Food safety regulator

Food business operators (FBO) need to confirm that no business activity is conducted at the premises. (Representative file photo)
Updated on May 23, 2025 09:26 am IST

Dabur moves HC seeking protection from FSSAI’s action over juice import, sale

Dabur’s application is likely to be heard next week. (X)
Published on May 17, 2025 11:41 am IST

Centre to Delhi HC: Dabur’s ‘100% fruit juice’ label misleading, illegal

The FSSAI objected to this label, noting that the ingredient list showed the addition of water and mixed fruit juice concentrate, and that such labelling lacked statutory backing (Representative Photo)
Published on May 01, 2025 11:42 am IST

FSSAI cracks down on sale of analogue dairy items without proper labelling

FSSAI cracks down on sale of analogue dairy items without proper labelling
Published on May 01, 2025 06:16 am IST

Data on food business operators lacking in TN, no uniformity in surveillance: CAG report

Data on food business operators lacking in TN, no uniformity in surveillance: CAG report
Updated on Oct 06, 2025 07:05 pm IST

FSSAI Recruitment 2025: Registration begins for 33 AO & other posts

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Published on Apr 15, 2025 05:11 pm IST

FSSAI Recruitment 2025: Registration for 33 Administrative Officer & other posts

FSSAI Recruitment 2025: Registration for 33 Administrative Officer & other posts
Published on Apr 13, 2025 02:12 pm IST

Economic Survey 2025 calls for ‘health tax’ on ultra-processed foods

Economic Survey 2025: Ultra-processed foods are food items usually categorised by high-calorie content
Updated on Feb 01, 2025 03:40 am IST