FSSAI Issues Nine Notices to Swiggy Instamart Over Food Safety Violation Complaints

  GUWAHATI: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued nine notices to quick commerce platform Swiggy Instamart following multiple consumer complaints alleging food safety violations. ALSO READ: Assam CM Unveils Roadmap to Revamp Bhupen Hazarika Samannay Tirtha The company has been directed to submit a detailed explanation and compliance report. FSSAI said…

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Assam Govt Plans Authentic Assamese Food Outlets in Every State, UT Capital

  GUWAHATI: Aiming to take Assamese cuisine across India, the Assam government proposed to establish authentic Assamese food outlets in the capital city of every state and Union Territory. ALSO READ: Overhead Power Cables to Gradually Disappear from Guwahati Roads as Govt Announces ₹2,500 Crore Plan “Our Government proposes to encourage entrepreneurs to establish authentic Assamese…

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GMC Shuts Down Food Outlet Operating Inside Public Toilet Complex in Guwahati

  GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has shut down a food outlet that was operating inside a public toilet complex in front of Arya Vidyapeeth College, near Arya Nagar Flyover, citing serious concerns over public health and hygiene. ALSO READ: Assam's Deka Satradhikar Arrested in Sivasagar After Teen Alleges Years of Sexual Abuse Acting promptly…

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FSSAI Issues Notices to Three Major Food Brands Over Misleading Labels

  GUWAHATI: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Wednesday, July 8, issued show-cause notices to multiple food brands over alleged misleading advertising claims and labelling violations involving packaged food products. ALSO READ: GUTA Calls for White Paper as AASU Questions ₹2.08-Crore VIP Project Amid Gauhati University Financial Concerns The companies have been…

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US May Allow Iran to Use Frozen Funds for Food Purchases as Peace Talks Show Progress

  GUWAHATI: The United States may allow Iran to access some of its frozen funds to purchase American agricultural products, including soybeans, corn and wheat, following recent peace talks held in Switzerland. ALSO READ: Guwahati Police Detain Key Accused in Flyover Birthday Party Case, Interrogation Underway Speaking after an extended round of discussions with Iranian Parliament…

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No Food Stalls or Accommodation on Nilachal Hill during Ambubachi Mela 2026, Say Authorities

  GUWAHATI: The Kamrup (Metro) district administration, Guwahati Traffic Police, and the Ambubachi Mahayog Management Committee on Thursday, June 18 announced a series of arrangements and advisories for the upcoming Ambubachi Mela 2026, aimed at ensuring smooth crowd management and the safety of lakhs of devotees expected to visit the Kamakhya Temple. ALSO READ: Footpath Near…

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FSSAI Bans Use of Metallic Pins and Wires in Food Packaging

  GUWAHATI: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all Food Business Operators (FBOs) across the country to immediately discontinue the use of metallic pins, staple pins, wires, and similar materials in food products and packaging, citing serious food safety concerns. ALSO READ: Assam STF, GST Department Arrest 8 in ₹47 Crore…

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Food Safety Team Seizes Chemically Ripened Mangoes in Guwahati’s Fancy Bazaar; Stock Destroyed

  GUWAHATI: Food safety officials detected the alleged use of calcium carbide for artificial ripening of mangoes during a surprise surveillance drive conducted in Guwahati's Fancy Bazaar on Wednesday, June 3. ALSO READ: Premium Assam Teas Sell for Over ₹1,100 Per Kg at Guwahati Auction Centre According to a post on X, the inspection uncovered a…

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Suspected Adulterated Vegetable Destroyed After Food Safety Probe at Assam's Barpeta

  GUWAHATI: The Commissionerate of Food Safety, Assam, launched an investigation after suspected adulterated pointed gourds (potol) were detected at the wholesale vegetable market in Barpeta Road. ALSO READ: Three Apprehended in Guwahati Theft Cases, Stolen Items Recovered According to officials, samples of the suspected vegetables were collected on-site following prescribed food safety procedures during the…

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