Why MDH, Everest spices are under international scrutiny | Explained 

The story so far: A crisis of confidence assails the Indian spice export industry. At least five countries — including Singapore, Hong Kong and the U.S. — have announced an investigation into possible contamination of spice mixes sold by top Indian brands, MDH and Everest. The complaints cite the presence of ethylene oxide, a toxic … Read more

Government directs e-commerce firms to remove Bournvita and other drinks from ‘health drinks’ category

On April 2, 2024, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India directed all e-commerce food business operators to ensure appropriate categorisation of food products being sold on their websites. Photo: X/@fssaiindia The government has asked all the e-commerce companies to remove drinks and beverages, including Bournvita, from the health drinks category from their portals. “National … Read more

The Hindu Morning Digest: January 4, 2024

Members of the transport union, protest at Jantar Mantar regarding the new laws related to hit and run, in New Delhi on January 03, 2024. | Photo Credit: Shashi Shekhar Kashyap Transport unions threaten to intensify protests The All India Road Transport Workers’ Federation, a platform of various trade unions of drivers and transport workers, … Read more