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New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) conducted 3,97,009 inspections across food establishments in 2025-26, official sources said on Wednesday. The agency, in collaboration with state authorities, analysed 1,65,747 food samples (up to the third quarter), of which 17.16 per cent were found non-conforming, triggering prompt regulatory action, they said. Legal enforcement also gathered momentum. "As many as 23,580 adjudication cases were decided, while 1,756 crimina ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in close coordination with State Food Safety Authorities, significantly ramped up enforcement and compliance efforts in FY 2025-26, reinforcing the country's food safety architecture and strengthening consumer protection. At the core of this nationwide push is a clear delineation of roles. While FSSAI sets standards and regulatory principles, the on-ground responsibility for licensing, inspections, and e ...Read More >
Guwahati, April 1: Despite attempts by refiners and marketing companies to streamline LPG supply amid the West Asia situation, a crisis-like situation persisted in Assam due to black marketing and leakages in the distribution network, forcing many roadside food stalls to shut down and restaurants to curtail their menus and scale back operating hours. Many restaurants are turning to electric cooking equipment, diesel-fired bhattis, and even firewood as alternatives. However, this transition has ...Read More >
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], March 12 (ANI): After Madhya Pradesh's capital Bhopal, the reported shortage of commercial LPG cylinders is affecting the restaurant and food business in Indore city as well, with several food stalls facing difficulties in continuing their operations. Restaurant owners say they are unable to obtain commercial gas cylinders, resulting in some establishments temporarily shut down, and some food outlets selling tea, poha, and kachori are trying to keep their busine ...Read More >
India offers countless ways to make your Christmas unforgettable. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Christmas in India is celebrated with lights, music, and festive markets across major cities * Delhi's Connaught Place and Sacred Heart Cathedral are key Christmas celebration spots * Mumbai's Mount Mary Basilica and Marine Drive offer vibrant festivities and serene walks Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Christmas in India is a season of ...Read More >
"We must build a system that helps vendors graduate from one tranche to the next, with ease and confidence," said the Minister. In a significant step toward strengthening urban livelihoods and deepening financial inclusion for informal workers, Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, chaired a high-level review meeting in New Delhi on the implementation of the PM Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme. The meeting brought together representatives from 33 S ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): The Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, chaired a review meeting on the implementation of the PM SVANidhi Scheme with representatives of 33 States and Union Territories, senior officials from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) & Department of Financial Services (DFS), and major Banks/SLBC Conveners, in New Delhi on Friday, an official statement said. The review was held following the recent Cabinet approval for the restru ...Read More >
Prayagraj: The Sangam city is immersed in devotion as Navratri festivities continue with fervour. Adding to the spiritual atmosphere, the prominent Ramlilas, including Patharchatti, Pajawa, Katra, Naini, and Civil Lines, are underway, staging episodes from the Ramayan and drawing huge crowds.The group of artists, including professional actors who travelled from Mumbai to Prayagraj to perform the prominent Ramlila characters during Navratri, are enthusiastic to play their assigned roles in the ce ...Read More >
Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi never fail to delight fans with their fun chemistry and lighthearted banter. In her latest travel vlog from Mussoorie, Archana revealed yet another adorable detail about their relationship, her old nickname for Parmeet. Later, at Cafe Anahata, the family dug into Chinese dishes and desserts. It was here that Parmeet shared the "pudding" anecdote, with Archana affectionately calling him "mera pudding" once again. For the unversed, Archana once fondly called ...Read More >
For Satnam Singh Ahluwalia and his family, Durga Puja in Kolkata is a cherished time filled with food, family, and tradition. They reminisce about the nostalgia of khichuri bhog, the joy of pandal hopping, and the significance of sharing meals with loved ones.Durga Puja in Kolkata is a feast for the senses - dhaak beats, the scent of shiuli, plates of khichuri, and the laughter of loved ones. It's no less for Satnam Singh Ahluwalia of IHA Foundation, his wife Gurbir Kaur Ahluwalia and family. CT ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 26: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has emerged as a global leader in food safety and standards, said Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda on Friday. Speaking at the third Global Food Regulator Summit, at Bharat Mandapam here, Nadda said the summit will showcase India's commitment to global food safety, enhance global cooperation to ensure that the food systems are safe, resilient, and inclusive. He also highlighted the crucial role playe ...Read More >
One of the most eagerly anticipated ideas among cricket fans has always been a biopic on Virat Kohli, a cinematic portrayal of India's cricketing superstar and his extraordinary journey. Yet, when asked about helming such a project during promotions for his upcoming film Nishaanchi, acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap was refreshingly candid. In a conversation with Filmgyan, Kashyap admitted, "I don't know if I would want to because he's already a hero to many people, to many children. If I hav ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], September 15 (ANI): The historic 203-year-old Kalibari temple in Shimla on Sunday came alive with colours, flavours, and festivity as the Bengali community celebrated the annual Anondo Mela, a traditional culinary event that marks the onset of Durga Puja. The mela, considered a cultural prelude to Bengal's biggest festival, saw families and community members put up food stalls offering an array of traditional Bengali delicacies. The proceeds from the event wil ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, Sept 13 (UNI) All Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in Odisha will actively participate in the fortnight long Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2025 campaign from September 17 to October 2 under the spirit of 'Swachh utsav'. Since its inception in 2017, 'Swachhata Hi Seva' has grown into a Jan Andolan (people's movement), strengthening voluntarism and collective citizen action towards a clean and sustainable India. Over the years, the campaign has expanded in scale and impacted, inspired millions o ...Read More >
The Union Cabinet has extended the PM SVANidhi scheme until March 31, 2030, with a Rs 7,332 crore outlay, benefiting 1.15 crore vendors. Loan limits are increased, and UPI-linked RuPay credit cards are introduced for timely repayment. The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the restructuring and extension of the Prime Minister Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) scheme till March 31, 2030, with a total outlay of Rs 7,332 crore. The decision was taken at a meeting chaired by Prime M ...Read More >
This decision was taken at a special meeting chaired by Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena at the Raj Niwas. The meeting was attended by Gupta, office bearers of the Delhi Ramleela Federation, and senior officials from relevant departments. This year, the Ramlila in the capital will be held from September 22 to October 2. According to the chief minister, around 600 Ramleela performances take place in Delhi, of which 100 are conducted on a grand scale. Gupta said that a single window system is now ...Read More >
New Delhi: Delhi govt has decided to set up a single-window system at the district level to handle all permissions and no-objection certificates required for holding Ramlila performances across the city. It has also decided to constitute a special committee to resolve any issue regarding the organisation of the events and ensure that the committees do not face any problem in seeking approvals.The decisions were made at a special meeting held at Raj Niwas under the chairmanship of lieutenant gove ...Read More >
The cities were evaluated based on 10 parameters and 54 indicators. Indore has retained its top position as the cleanest city in India for the eighth consecutive year. Surat and Pune were second and third. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Award on the city at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The cities were evaluated based on 10 parameters and 54 indicators. The Centre said that the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 adopted a smart and structured approach to assess urban cle ...Read More >
The advisory mentions other messages promoting healthy food such as fruits, vegetable. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * The Health Ministry denied directing vendors to put warning labels on food items like samosas and jalebis * The advisory aims to raise awareness of hidden fats and excess sugar in all food products, not specific items * Workplaces are advised to display boards promoting healthy eating and physical activity to combat obesity Did our AI summary he ...Read More >
New Delhi: The PIB Fact Check recently debunked misleading media reports claiming that the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare had directed central government institutions to issue warning labels on popular Indian snacks like samosas, jalebis, and laddoos. The ministry clarified that its advisory only recommended displaying "Oil and Sugar Boards" in workplaces to promote healthier dietary habits, not warning labels on food products. However, social media fact-checker Mohammed Zubair has ...Read More >
These flavor-packed burgers are a spin on a spiced pork sausage from Goa in southern India, based on the garlicky, European-style chouriço introduced by Portuguese settlers. To combat the humidity of the region and prolong the shelf life of the sausage, the meat is heavily salted and flavored with a mixture of spices and tangy vinegar. Goan sausage is ubiquitous in southern India, where you can find it sold at street food carts and high-end restaurants alike, sometimes baked into a bun or mince ...Read More >
Bengaluru: A physics lecturer from a private college in Dakshina Kannada and two of his friends have been arrested by Bengaluru police for allegedly blackmailing and raping a student.When the mental torture by the trio became intolerable, the girl narrated to her parents how she was being exploited. Subsequently, she went to Marathahalli police station along with her parents on July 5 and lodged a complaint seeking action against the perpetrators. Acting swiftly, the cops arrested the trio the f ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 15 : The Union Health Ministry on Tuesday termed reports claiming it has directed vendors to put warning labels on food items such as samosas, jalebis and laddos as "misleading, incorrect, and baseless". It clarified that its advisory on health messaging about hidden fats and excess sugar in various food items is not a directive for vendors to put warning labels on their products, and underlined that it does not target India's rich street food culture. The general advisory is a ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Bombay high court on Friday asked the state govt for its stand on grant of heritage status to Savarkar Sadan building at Shivaji Park, Dadar (W), where late Vinayak Damodar Savarkar resided.Chief Justice Alokh Aradhe and Justice Sandeep Marne heard a PIL by Abhinav Bharat Congress through its president Pankaj Phadnis. It expressed apprehension that prior to the ground-plus-4-storey building being bestowed heritage status, it is likely to be demolished. In Feb 2009, the Mumbai Heritag ...Read More >
Ranchi: Purported reports claiming that the Centre would mandate cigarette-style warning labels on deep-fried traditional snacks like samosas, jalebis, and laddoos triggered panic among small-time vendors and sweet shop owners.The confusion spread on Tuesday in market circles, social media posts, and forwarded messages, claiming the ministry of health and family welfare on Monday ordered "red-warning labels" for high-fat, high-sugar street foods. Press Information Bureau (PIB), on Tuesday denied ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 15: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has dismissed recent media reports that claimed it had ordered warning labels on popular Indian snacks like samosa, jalebi and laddoo. The ministry called these reports "misleading, incorrect, and baseless." In a statement, the ministry explained that it had only issued an advisory for workplaces, asking them to display information boards in areas like canteens, lobbies, and meeting rooms. These boards are meant to create awareness a ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) A recent health advisory recommending the display of "oil and sugar boards" in public and workplace settings has sparked debate, with some reports alleging selective targeting of traditional Indian snacks such as samosas, kachoris, and vadapav. In response, however, the Union Health Ministry has issued a clarification, calling these reports "misleading, incorrect, and baseless." In a statement issued here, the Ministry made it clear that it has not mandated warning labe ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan has flagged the "perceived reluctance" among several senior central government officials to give appointments to people, saying such interactions can give insights into ground realities, and clarify misunderstandings about government policies or intentions. In a letter to the secretaries of all central government ministries and departments, the country's top bureaucrat also said that such meetings should be held in offices and not clubs o ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 15: The Union Health Ministry on Tuesday termed reports claiming it has directed vendors to put warning labels on food items such as samosas, jalebis and laddos as "misleading, incorrect, and baseless". It clarified that its advisory on health messaging about hidden fats and excess sugar in various food items is not a directive for vendors to put warning labels on their products, and underlined that it does not target India's rich street food culture. The general advisory is a b ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) The Union Health Ministry on Tuesday termed reports claiming it has directed vendors to put warning labels on food items such as samosas, jalebis and laddos as "misleading, incorrect, and baseless". It clarified that its advisory on health messaging about hidden fats and excess sugar in various food items is not a directive for vendors to put warning labels on their products, and underlined that it does not target India's rich street food culture. The general advisory i ...Read More >
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