Union Health Minister Inaugurates India’s First Healthy & Hygienic Food Street in MP
The Union Health Minister officially launched the website for the Healthy & Hygienic Food Street initiative and unveiled a brochure outlining the Standard Operating Procedure for these food streets. In addition to this, he also inaugurated 17 civil works, including two Public Health Unit blocks, 54 Chief Minister Sanjeevni Health Clinics, three Integrated Public Health Labs, an Emergency Covid response package, three Community Health Centres, and eight Primary Health Care Centres.
FSSAI CEO Embarks On Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra In Kardnur Village
As a part of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, a nationwide initiative, the CEO of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) undertook a visit to Kardnur village in the Sangareddy district of Telangana. This visit took place on December 24, 2023 and a press release was issued on January 2, 2024.
Central Government Opens Window for Ethanol Production Boost
The Central Government has specified that applicants must secure loan disbursal from eligible financial institutions within one year or by June 30, 2024, whichever is later, from the date of in-principle approval by the Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD). Additionally, the project must be completed within two years from the date of the disbursement of the first installment of the loan.
Directions for packaging sugar and food grains
Central Government has directed that sugar and food grains shall be packed in jute packaging material for supply or distribution.
Roundtable Meeting Addresses Challenges and Strategies for Indian Poultry Product Exports
The roundtable meeting served as a dynamic platform for collaborative efforts, facilitating discussions on various issues related to poultry exports. Industry representatives and exporters engaged in exchanges, contributing to the formulation of strategies for the sustainable growth of the Indian poultry sector.
Draft Ghee Grading and Marking Rules, 2023
The draft rules are intended to supersede the existing Ghee Grading and Marking Rules, 1938, amended up to 1991. This proposed overhaul of the Ghee Grading and Marking Rules, 2023, seeks to enhance the quality and standardization of ghee production and ensure the safety of ghee products in the market.
The Dairy Expo 2024 to be Held in Chennai
The main focus of this expo is Lead Generation, Branding, A one stop for all latest industry trends in one place, An Excellent opportunity to showcase new products and technologies to leading Clients, An Apt Platform to Connect with Right Partners for your business Needs, An Excellent opportunity to engage Face-to-Face with Prospective Clients.
Production linked incentive scheme for food processing industry
According to Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) Guidelines, the PLI beneficiaries are required to furnish incentive claims for a specific financial year by 31st December of the following financial year.
FSSAI Directs QR Code Authentication for Fortified Rice Test Reports
All FSSAI notified laboratories, which have been approved for testing of Fortified Rice (FR), Fortified Rice Kernel (FRK), and Vitamin Premix for FRK, are now directed to provide a QR code on all test reports issued by them. This QR code can be scanned using any QR scanning application available on mobile or any device, enabling authentication and online reproduction of the test report.
FSSAI Updates List of Recognized Laboratories for Food Analysis
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has released a list of recognized laboratories for analysis of food samples. This list includes details on the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) accreditation status and contact information for each laboratory.
