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FSSAI comes up with advanced technologies for food testing
Updated : 6 years, 2 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Dec 31 (ANI): In a bid to strengthen the system of food testing, the country's apex food regulator- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has started to use advanced technologies.
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Dual burden of obesity, malnutrition can be tackled through healthy diet:
Updated : 6 years, 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Dec 26 (ANI): With India suffering from the double burden of obesity and malnutrition, Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan on Thursday stressed the need for the right kind of diet, which will help to reduce the disease burden in the country.
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Mumbai Central station receives first 'Eat Right Station' certification by
Updated : 6 years, 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Dec 3 (ANI): The Mumbai Central station of Railways was conferred with the 'Eat Right Station' certification with four stars rating by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Tuesday, as a part of 'Eat Right India' movement launched last year.
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41 pc milk samples of poor quality, 7 pc samples unfit to consume: FSSAI s
Updated : 6 years, 5 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Oct 18 (ANI): In the first-ever survey on milk safety parameters, the top food regulator Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) discovered that about 41 per cent milk samples fell short of some kind of safety parameters. Moreover, seven per cent packaged milk
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Harsh Vardhan launches food safety mitra scheme
Updated : 6 years, 5 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Oct 16 (ANI): Health and Family Welfare Minister Harsh Vardhan on Wednesday launched Food Mitra Scheme which aims at motivating and facilitating food business operators (FBOs) and people for maintaining food hygiene.
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Health Minister Harsh Vardhan launches 'Trans-Fat Free' logo
Updated : 6 years, 5 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Oct 5 (ANI): Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Friday launched the "Trans-Fat Free" logo during the 8th International Chefs Conference here.
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FSSAI considering key regulations to reduce usage of plastic in food packa
Updated : 6 years, 5 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Oct 3 (ANI): The Food Safety Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) is considering four key regulatory measures to reduce the usage of plastic in food packaging.
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There should be 'one nation, one standard', says Paswan
Updated : 6 years, 6 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Sep 25 (ANI): Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Minister Ram Vilas Paswan held a review meeting on BIS laboratory activities here on Tuesday and said there should be 'One Nation, One Standard' and coordination between BIS and other labs.
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BC blueberries - The perfect choice for your healthy diet
Updated : 6 years, 6 months ago IST
New Delhi [India] Sept 24 (ANI/BusinessWire India): BC blueberries are one of the leading choices for the health-conscious members of society, focusing on a healthy lifestyle. BC blueberries are very versatile little berries and are obtainable in frozen, dried, juice concentrate and even pow
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Over 1.7 lakh supervisors trained to ensure food safety: Harsh Vardhan
Updated : 6 years, 6 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Sept 6 (ANI): As part of 'Eat Right India' campaign, the Central food regulator - Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has trained over 1.7 lakh food safety supervisors who will spread awareness and sensitise people and food vendors on food safety.
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FSSAI takes measures to ensure safe distribution of surplus food to benefi
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Aug 26 (ANI): Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Monday held a second round of meeting with 20 Surplus Food Distribution Agencies from various parts of the country to discuss the steps taken by the government to ensure the safe distribution of surplus
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FSSAI to train agencies donating food to ensure quality
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Aug 23 (ANI): The Food Safety Standard and Authority of India (FSSAI) has set new norms for all food recovery agencies and food business operations who donates pre-packed or prepared food items to the needy.
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