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Vol No: 3/2026 ·
Food · Water · Packaging · Exports · Environment
Here is our recap of the key regulatory, compliance and industry updates across food, packaging, environmental and export-linked operations. Each item sets out what it means in practical terms, and what action, if any, it calls for on your end.
FSSAI updates: food, packaging and imports
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) · including one Maharashtra FDA order
Validity order of FSSAI-notified food testing laboratories, as on 09-Oct-2026
FSSAI has published the validity order for its notified food testing laboratories, as on 09-Oct-2026.
Handling, storage and transportation of perishable food under controlled temperature
FSSAI has issued an advisory on how perishable food commodities should be handled, stored and transported under controlled temperature conditions.
Mandatory labelling and warning statements for plant and botanical ingredients
FSSAI has issued an advisory on mandatory compliance with labelling requirements and warning statements for products that contain plant or botanical ingredients, or their extracts.
FSSAI launches a dedicated start-up cell for food businesses
The cell gives regulatory guidance on licensing, registration, product standards, categorisation, approvals, labelling, advertising claims, product testing, imports, e-commerce, novel foods and nutraceuticals. It will hold a weekly online session for start-up queries, answer questions by email, and coordinate across FSSAI divisions to resolve them.
Proposed restriction on added sucrose and fructose in food for infants up to six months
FSSAI has proposed a draft amendment to the Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations, 2020. It would restrict the addition of sucrose and fructose in food products meant for infants up to six months of age.
Maharashtra bans the sale of loose, unpackaged spice powders
The Maharashtra FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has banned the sale of loose, unpackaged spice powders and mixed spices across the state. All spice powders must be packed and sealed at the place of production before sale.
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Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) · exports
Export of sugar to the EU under the tariff rate quota (TRQ) for 2026-27
APEDA has issued a trade notice on sugar exports to the European Union (EU) under the TRQ for 2026-27.
Bharat Krishi Niryat Yojana guidelines, FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31
APEDA has published guidelines for “Bharat Krishi Niryat Yojana” under its financial assistance scheme (FAS), for the Finance Commission cycle from financial year (FY) 2026-27 to FY 2030-31.
Export of fruits and vegetables from India to Indonesia
APEDA has a circular in place on exporting fruits and vegetables from India to Indonesia.
Online registration of contracts for export of basmati rice
Basmati rice export contracts must be registered online with APEDA before shipment.
Advisory for compliance of export of peanut and peanut products to Indonesia
APEDA has issued an advisory on exporting peanuts and peanut products to Indonesia, including a list of exporters approved by the Indonesian Quarantine Authority (IQA).
Preparing a shipment? Our export survey, inspection and testing services can help you plan pre-shipment testing early.
Environment and pollution control
Air quality and emissions
Brewery in Alwar, Rajasthan, ordered to shut over air pollution violations
Carlsberg India’s brewery in Alwar, Rajasthan, has been ordered to shut down over air pollution violations. Particulate emissions were found to be nearly eight times the permitted limit.
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Envirocare knowledge centre
From our blog
Caffeine in energy drinks: what FSSAI rules mean for your brand
Our latest article looks at how FSSAI rules apply to caffeine in energy drinks and caffeinated beverages, and what brands should check on their formulations and labels.
Read the full article →In the news
Across India
Maharashtra FDA tightens infant food rules, bans formula promotions and influencer advertising.The Hindu
Food companies, quick-commerce platforms face stricter FSSAI checks, higher compliance costs: Jefferies.The Economic Times
Maharashtra FDA resolves 72% of 13,857 complaints in three months; AI filters out over 11,000 invalid submissions.The Hindu
Domino’s Pizza outlets among 25 food establishments facing licence suspension in Maharashtra; FDA seizes 81,330 kg of food worth ₹1.73 crore.The Economic Times Read our analysis →
Haldiram’s restaurant on VIP Road shut by food safety officers over hygiene lapses.The Telegraph Online Read our analysis →
Delhi government seizes 949 litres of ghee, plans to boost food safety.The News Mill
Karnataka shuts down 2 packaged water plants amid hygiene violations.The Indian Express
Maharashtra FDA seizes spices worth nearly ₹20 crore ahead of Diwali.MSN
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