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Pests, poor sanitation: FSSAI notices to JW Marriott, Andaz, Juniper

The regulator flagged licensing and labelling lapses at JW Marriott and hygiene, pest-control and storage deficiencies at Andaz, operated by Juniper Hotels in Aerocity

Delhi HC asks FSSAI not to cancel ITC licence over '100%' atta claims

Court passes interim order after ITC challenges improvement notice over "100% Atta", "100% Madhya Pradesh Wheat" and "0% Maida" claims on Aashirvaad packaging

Delhi HC asks FSSAI not to cancel ITC's licence over '100%' claims

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday asked the FSSAI not to cancel for the time being ITC Ltd's licence over failure to comply with directives asking the conglomerate to remove all "100 per cent" claims in relation to its product, 'Aashirvaad M.P Chakki Atta'. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma granted interim protection to ITC on its petition challenging the FSSAI advisories and notices to discontinue the usage of the term "100%" for its product or face suspension of FSSAI License. "Since the issue regarding jurisdiction is to be decided and the courts will be closed, till the next date of hearing, no decision regarding cancellation of the license will be taken," Justice Sharma said as it listed the case for hearing on September 9. Justice Sharma also said that she would pass an order on Monday, August 31, on the maintainability of a separate petition by AWL Agri Business Limited against FSSAI. AWL Agri Business Limited received FSSAI notices over allegedly misleading label declarations and

Celebrity food endorsements under FSSAI scrutiny: What do the rules say?

FSSAI's warning to celebrities has put food endorsements under the lens. Here's what endorsers must check, disclose, and verify before promoting a food product

India wanted warning labels on chip packets, soda but big food fought back

India's push for clearer nutritional warnings has faced resistance from food giants, even as similar companies use prominent labels in overseas markets

FSSAI suspends Marche Retail licence, issues order against SDP Industries

Food regulator suspends Marche Retail's licence for 30 days over serious non-compliance and bars SDP Industries from selling ghee over adulteration concerns

FSSAI issued 150 notices to food brands over misleading ads in recent weeks

Food regulator FSSAI on Saturday informed that it has issued 150 notices to food companies, including major brands Nestle India, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola India, in recent months over misleading advertisements, false claims and non-compliance with labelling regulations. In a social media post, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) shared an update on its enforcement action taken against major brands in recent months. "Over 150 notices issued for misleading advertisements, false claims & labelling non-compliances," the FSSAI said. The regulator shared the list of a few major brands against whom action has been taken. These are Nestle India, PepsiCo, Abbott India Ltd, Red Bull India, Danone India, Monster Energy India Pvt Ltd, Hell Energy Pvt Ltd, Mondelez India, Coca-Cola India, Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Ferrero India and Kenvue Inc. In the past few months, the FSSAI said it has taken action against various food business operators (FBOs) for serious violations of its ..

FSSAI's labelling rules could have wider ramifications for food brands

Scrutiny of terms such as healthy, natural and 100 per cent, restrictions on 'energy drink' branding and possible front-of-pack warnings could force companies to rethink packaging and positioning

Front-of-pack labels: Where India stands vs global food labelling systems

India is yet to finalise its front-of-pack labelling rules. Here's how its proposed approach compares with warning labels and nutrition ratings used in other countries

Amway, Emami, 4 other firms withdraw '100%' claims on labels, ads: FSSAI

Food regulator FSSAI on Wednesday said that Amway India, Emami, Bonn Biscuits and three other companies have withdrawn misleading '100 per cent' claims from their product labelling and advertisements, following its enforcement actions against these firms. In a social media post, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) informed that it has initiated action against food business operators (FBOs) to discontinue the use of the term "100%" on labels, packaging & promotional or advertising materials. Following FSSAI's intervention, five FBOs have taken corrective action & withdrawn "100%" claims from their products and advertisements. In the case of Bonn Biscuits Pvt Ltd, the FSSAI said that the company was using a "100%" claim in the advertisement for Bonn Cummin Flavor Jeera Bite Biscuits, 76 gm. Now, the company has removed "100%" claim from the website. On Emami Ltd, the FSSAI said that the company was using 100 per cent claim for its product Zhandu Honey. Emami has

FSSAI notice impact: Dabur, Ferns N Petals, 4 other firms rectify mistakes

Food regulator FSSAI on Tuesday said that six companies, including Dabur India and Ferns N Petals, have rectified their mistakes following the notices issued against them for misleading labels, claims and advertisements. In a social media post, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) informed the public about the 'corrective action taken by FBOs (food business operators) post notices issued by the regulator. These six companies are: Lotte India Corporation Pvt Ltd, Dabur India, Ferns N Petals Pvt Ltd, Eat Better Ventures Pvt Ltd, S S Product Prop and Om Sai Healthcare. "Following notices from FSSAI, major FBOs have taken prompt corrective actions. Measures range from withdrawing misleading label claims to revising product packaging to ensure consumer safety and compliance," the regulator said in the post. In the case of Dabur, the FSSAI said that the company was selling ayurvedic proprietary medicinal oil as edible oil. "Dabur has informed that the company has ...

FSSAI says six cos rectified misleading claims, trademarks after crackdown

Food regulator FSSAI on Sunday said six companies have taken corrective actions like withdrawl of misleading labels and trade marks, following the notices issued to these companies for violations of law. In a social media post, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) informed that six Food Business Operators (FBOs) have taken prompt corrective actions following notices from the regulator. "Measures range from withdrawing misleading label claims to revising product packaging to ensure consumer safety and compliance," it added. Giving details, the FSSAI said Livyor Ventures Pvt Ltd has withdrawn misleading claim of 'vegan & healthy'. The company has submitted its reply with reference to regarding the misleading claims made on the label of the product "Livyor Roasted Edamame Beans". In its reply, the FBO has stated that the claims "vegan" and "healthy" were inadvertently printed on the product label due to a lack of awareness of the applicable regulatory ...

Datanomics: With 21% ad violations, influencers under FSSAI radar

FSSAI has asked food influencers to carefully vet brand endorsements as ASCI data showed a sharp rise in non-compliant ads and modifications required.

Microplastics warning row intensifies ahead of key Madras HC hearing Friday

Industry players question the evidence of harm from PET packaging, while environmentalists seek wider regulation of microplastic sources ahead of the Madras HC hearing

Supreme Court pulls up FSSAI over delay in front-of-pack warning labels

The Supreme Court gave the Centre two weeks to place its final decision on front-of-pack warning labels on record, warning that it would otherwise issue further directions

Diageo challenges FSSAI rum ban in court, says action lacked 'due process'

Diageo's court challenge puts FSSAI's liquor crackdown under scrutiny, as the company questions the authority and timing of the rum ban and says the process was legally flawed

Only 3.1% of fruit, vegetable samples had excess pesticide residue: Govt

Government data shows 3.1% of 70,652 fruit and vegetable samples tested over three years exceeded FSSAI pesticide residue limits, prompting continued monitoring and farmer training

FSSAI proposes new limits for high-fat, sugar and salt foods in schools

The new framework aims to identify foods high in added fat, sugar and salt, while setting clearer nutritional benchmarks for food available to schoolchildren

Dabur accuses FSSAI of favouring rivals over '100%' product claims

Dabur has accused FSSAI of favouring other manufacturers over its restrictions on "100 per cent" claims on food products

FSSAI won't ease 'energy drink' label deadline, unnerving companies

PepsiCo, Red Bull, Monster and Reliance face a 90-day deadline to drop 'energy drink' labels from high-caffeine beverages