No conclusive evidence of foodborne transmission of Covid-19: Lok Sabha informed
A committee constituted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has opined that as of now, there is no conclusive evidence for foodborne transmission of Covid-19, Lok Sabha was informed on Friday. Consequent upon the Covid-19 outbreak in China and other countries and concerns raised regarding safety of food items imported from these […]
Get tough on infant milk substitute promotions: FSSAI to States
Says e-commerce platforms also need to strictly adhere to provisions of IMS Act. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has asked all State food safety commissioners to closely monitor the promotional activities of companies that make infant milk substitutes. It has further directed them to take strict legal action if found to be […]
FSSAI interim relief to FBOs for use of Diatomaceous Earth in making honey
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has given interim relief to Food Business Operators involved in production & manufacturing of honey by allowing the use of Diatomaceous Earth as a processing aid for filtration of honey. Earlier, the FSSAI had ordered in July that Diatomaceous Earth was prohibited as processing aid. Now the […]
FSSAI asks civic bodies in NCT Delhi to stop issuing licences under PFA Act
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has written to all civic bodies in NCT Delhi to stop issuing licensing to the food businesses under the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act. The Municipal Commissioners of all three Municipal Corporations of Delhi, New Delhi Municipal Corporation and Delhi Cantonment Board were asked not to carry […]
Regulations To Fortify Processed Foods Soon: FSSAI
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India will soon be coming out with regulations to fortify processed foods including cereals, bakery products, buns, breads, biscuits, pasta, noodles, etc. Inoshi Sharma, Director, FSSAI said that an overview of the food safety is need of the hour and FSSAI is soon coming up with regulations on […]
Healthy diet: FSSAI bans sales, ads of junk foods in school canteens, within 50 metres of campus
Sales and advertisements of junk foods in school canteens and within 50 metres around school campuses has been banned in order to promote safe and wholesome food for children, regulator FSSAI said on Tuesday. The Food Safety and Standards Regulations, 2020 in this regard has been notified now after consideration of stakeholders’ comments, FSSAI said […]
Food service cos with 10 or more outlets must mention calories against items
Food service establishments having Central licence or outlets at 10 or more locations now have to mention the calorific value against the food items displayed on the menu cards or boards or booklets and the reference information on calorie requirements shall also be displayed clearly and prominently as “An average active adult requires 2,000 kcal […]
Are Your Spices Fake or Real? Find Out How to Tell A Difference
Spices add flavor to your taste buds and make a dish come alive. Were you aware that while India produces these spices, many of them are not authentic or real? Fake spices are a great danger in the spice business. According to research, a few spices are likely to adulterate than other and it is […]
No Need To Clean Veggies, Fruits With Soap Or Sanitizer: Experts
Taking advantage of the fear, many individuals, shops and suppliers are claiming to provide ‘sanitized’ or ‘disinfected’ fruits and vegetables. TOI conducted a fact check of this and found there is simply no need to use soap, chemicals or sanitizers to wash vegetables. According to her, washing fruits and vegetables with water gets 90-99% of […]
FSSAI reoperationalises additives & licensing norms for fish, fish products
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has issued a direction regarding reoperationalisation of the FSS Amendment Regulations, 2020, and FSS Amendment Regulations, 2020, relating to fish and fish products. The amendment in food products and food additive regulations was made to specify the limit of naturally occurring formaldehyde in fresh water & marine […]