Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat Ban Analogue Paneer; FSSAI Labels Mislabelling as Grave Violation

FSSAI Central Licence Mandatory for E-Commerce Food Sales: Karnataka Suspends Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket Over Datura Sale

Karnataka suspended food licences of Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, and BigBasket for selling toxic datura fruits/seeds. This highlights the regulatory framework under FSSAI requiring e-commerce platforms to hold Central Licences as Food Business Operators. The suspension could impact food sales operations in the state.

FSSAI Proposes Ban on Analogue Paneer, Bans Use of 'Paneer' in Labelling

FSSAI has proposed a draft amendment to prohibit the sale of paneer made from non-milk constituents (analogue paneer) and require existing analogues to drop the word 'paneer' from their labelling. This aims to prevent consumer deception, especially at restaurants, and protect the nutritional expectations of vegetarians who rely on paneer as a protein source.

FSSAI Proposes Ban on Non-Dairy 'Analogue' Paneer; 60-Day Public Comment Window

India's food regulator, FSSAI, has proposed to ban the sale of non-dairy 'analogue' paneer under the name 'paneer', aiming to prevent consumer deception. This move follows state-level bans and social media scrutiny, and is a high-yield topic for exams focusing on food safety regulations and consumer rights.

FSSAI Shelves Colour-Coded Front-of-Pack Labels After Food Industry Lobbying; SC Scrutinises Decision

India’s food regulator FSSAI has dropped its push for colour-coded front-of-pack warning labels, proposing instead a black-and-white nutrition table, after intense industry lobbying. The Supreme Court is scrutinising the decision as 80% of India’s packaged food market is high in fat, sugar and salt, with a Lancet study projecting 450 million Indians may be obese/overweight by 2050. This is a key case study for Mains on regulatory independence, corporate lobbying and consumer right to health information.

FSSAI Tightens Rules on Food Claims: ‘100% Pure’ and Health Labels Under Scrutiny

FSSAI is proposing stricter regulations on food product claims like '100% Pure' and health endorsements, following concerns over misleading marketing—especially for products like Bournvita marketed for children's nutrition. This move aims to protect consumers and enforce honest labeling.

SC Pushes FSSAI for Front-of-Pack Warning Labels; Expert Flags 'Two or More' Threshold Loophole

FSSAI has proposed red hexagonal warning labels for packaged foods high in sugar, salt, or saturated fat, but a critical loophole exists: warnings are triggered only when a product is high in two or more of these nutrients. This allows many unhealthy products to escape scrutiny. The Supreme Court is monitoring the issue with the next hearing on September 10, 2026. For exams, this is relevant to food safety regulation, consumer rights, and judicial activism.

FSSAI Proposes Red Hexagon Warning Labels on Packaged Foods; Chile Saw 24% Drop in Sugary Drinks

FSSAI has proposed red hexagonal warning labels on packaged foods high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats, following a Supreme Court directive. With India ranking second globally for child obesity, this move mirrors Chile's successful model, which reduced sugary drink consumption by 24%. Students must track this for Prelims (FSSAI, data) and Mains (public health regulation, obesity epidemic).

FSSAI Names USL, Inbrew for Adding Flavours Violating Alcoholic Beverages Regulations 2018

FSSAI has issued notices to major liquor manufacturers like United Spirits and Inbrew for adding flavours that mimic the natural profile of alcoholic beverages, violating the 2018 regulations. This crackdown highlights the regulator's strict stance on food safety and labelling norms, crucial for exams on consumer protection and regulatory bodies.