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G20 Global Food Regulators Summit

July 18, 2023

Delhi is all set to host the Global Food Regulators Summit 2023, marking the first time this prestigious event will take place in the Indian capital. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is at the helm of ..

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Millet-based Menu for Armed Forces

July 14, 2023

In a progressive move, the Ministry of Defence has taken a significant step towards promoting healthy food practices among the defence personnel. The ministry has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India ..

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100 Food Streets

April 22, 2023

The Union Health Ministry, in collaboration with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, has launched a unique initiative to develop 100 food streets in 100 districts across the country. This pilot project aims to promote safe and healthy practices ..

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FSSAI Millet Standards

February 25, 2023

The Government of India has been working hard to push millet production in the country. Upon India’s insistence, the United Nations declared 2023 as the International Millet Year. Following this, India introduced an international brand name for millet “SHREE ANNA ..

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FSSAI regulatory standards for Basmati Rice

January 13, 2023

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has specified the identity standards for basmati rice. The comprehensive regulatory standards will be enforced from August 1, according to a statement from the Union Health Ministry. These standards apply to ..

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FSSAI Survey on Dietary Supplements

January 12, 2023

A recent survey by the Food Safety Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) has found that 15% of food items including protein powders and dietary supplements used by athletes and bodybuilders in India are unsafe for consumption or substandard. The survey, ..

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Varanasi Cantt railway station bags ‘Eat Right Station’ Certification

January 6, 2023

Indian Railways’ Varanasi Cantt Railway Station has been awarded a 5-star “Eat Right Station” certification for providing high-quality, nutritious food to passengers. This certification is granted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to railway stations that ..

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Indian Black Honeybee

November 7, 2022

Indian black honeybee discovered in the Western Ghats. About Indian black honeybee A new endemic species of honeybee, christened Indian black honeybee (Apis karinjodian), was discovered in the Western Ghats. Its habitat ranges from the central Western Ghats and Nilgiris ..

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