When ‘healthy’ is just a label
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Sat, 8 August 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com05:43first to report
“Natural”, “healthy”, “organic”, “heart-friendly”, “high protein” and “zero maida” often persuades a shopper before the packet is even turned over. In a spate of notices sent in the past month, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has asked several brands whether their front-of-pack promises say more than the product can support.
Fri, 21 August 2026
1 report- adgully.com07:24
FSSAI issues notice to celebrities, influencers over misleading food endorsements The Food Safety and Stand
Sat, 22 August 2026
2 reports- Times of India15:37
India's food regulator FSSAI has issued over 150 notices to major food companies recently. These notices address misleading advertisements and non-compliance with labeling regulations. Action has been taken against brands like Nestle India and Coca-Cola India. E-commerce platforms Amazon and Flipkart also received multiple notices and a warehouse license cancellation. Food service establishments including KFC and McDonald's faced similar enforcement actions.
- indiatimes.com19:06
Indias food safety regulator FSSAI has issued over 150 notices to food and beverage companies over misleading advertisements, false claims and labelling violations.
Mon, 24 August 2026
1 report- Times of India13:26
Indian regulators are increasing scrutiny of alcoholic beverage manufacturers. The FSSAI is investigating alleged violations involving flavor additives and age claims. This action focuses on flavors used to mimic natural spirit characteristics. Consumers are urged to pay closer attention to product labels and disclosures. The FSSAI's move highlights growing concerns about product authenticity and transparency.
Tue, 25 August 2026
5 reports- Google News - Europe query06:28
As India seeks European-style health labels on food and soda, lobbies fight back The Japan Times
- Japan Times06:28
Roughly 20 nations have adopted interpretive labels, which may include highlighting high sugar levels in red and low fat content in green, on packaged foods.
- indiatimes.com07:16
Explore how India's food safety regulator's efforts to implement nutritional warnings on packaged products faced backlash from global food giants like Coca-Cola and Nestle, potentially impacting public health amidst rising obesity rates.
- hindustantimes.com09:20
India’s food-safety regulator said in August that it had abandoned a push for colorful warnings on the front of food packaging. | India News
- Times of India09:45
India's food regulator FSSAI has taken action against several major food business operators. Companies like Amway India and Juza Foods have removed misleading claims from their products. These corrective actions follow notices issued over regulatory violations and consumer safety concerns. FSSAI's enforcement drive targets false advertisements and labelling discrepancies across the industry. Many businesses are now revising packaging and withdrawing problematic advertisements.
Wed, 26 August 2026
2 reports- thehindubusinessline.com06:49
In a letter to FSSAI chairperson Punya Salila Srivastava and CEO Rajit Punhani, WPPS Chairman Ajay Goyal said health-based food-safety standards should remain fully protective
- indiatimes.com17:25
Delhi govt report: Nearly 90% of 557 dairies/gaushalas are unauthorised, generating ~1,500 MT dairy waste daily, polluting drains and Yamuna; biogas plants planned.
Sat, 29 August 2026
3 reports- Times of India12:43
India's food safety authority, FSSAI, has taken a significant step by banning the sales of hing powder from Everest Food Products and Laljee Godhoo and Company. These companies were found breaching FSSAI standards through subpar quality and misleading labeling. As a result, they are required to provide corrective action plans to address these violations and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
- ianslive.in12:55
New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has prohibited the sale of compounded asafoetida (hing powder) by Everest Food Products Private Limited and Laljee Godhoo over alleged non-compliance with prescribed food safety standards, the regulator said on Saturday.
- Times of India21:21
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued prohibition orders against two spice companies. Everest Food Products and Laljee Godhoo and Company faced these orders for non-compliance issues. Samples of compounded asafoetida and hing powder did not meet alcohol-soluble extract requirements. Earlier reviews also found violations in other masala products from Everest. These actions highlight ongoing food safety scrutiny within the Indian market.
Thu, 3 September 2026
2 reports- indiatimes.com03:26
The recently packaged BKP is a-crackle over the recent snack-smack. Food regulator FSSAI has proposed a red hexagon on crunchy-munchie wrappers flagging excess salt, sugar and fats.
- Times of India12:16
Food regulator FSSAI has ordered CG Foods India to stop producing Veg Bhujia Namkeen. Inspections revealed hygiene lapses and unlicensed manufacturing of bhujia products. The company was found re-processing floor-collected noodles without proper heat treatment. FSSAI seized over 32,000 kg of stock and detained expired finished goods. Legal proceedings have been initiated against CG Foods India for these violations.
Fri, 4 September 2026
1 report- livemint.com16:37
Food safety compliance is increasingly a priority for packaged food companies in India, prompting CEOs to engage in discussions about labeling and regulations.
Sat, 5 September 2026
1 report- sentinelassam.com07:01
Guwahati: The Assam government has issued a warning to ration shop dealers against irregularities in the distribution of food grains, stating that those found v