Author: Aayushi Goel

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FSSAI classifies packaged drinking water as ‘High Risk Food Category’, Post-Omission of Mandates BIS Certification

As per the order E-File No. RCD-02001-9-2021-Regulatory-FSSAI (E-2960) dated 29th November, 2024 issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), it has been decided that ‘’Packaged Drinking Water and Mineral Water’’ (for which Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification was mandatory prior to first Amendment Regulations, 2024 dated 17th October 2024 will […]

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Exemption for IT and ITES Establishments in Uttar Pradesh

Introduction: In a significant development for the Information Technology (IT) and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES) sector, the Government of Uttar Pradesh, Notification No. 1866-XXXVI-03–2024-1844430 dated 26.09.2024 has granted a two-year exemption to these industries from the applicability of Sections 6 and 7 of the Uttar Pradesh Dookan Aur Vanijya Adhisthan Adhiniyam, 1962 (U.P. Act […]

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The Future of Safety: Delhi Govt Signs MoU to upgrade Public Vehicle Tracking System and Emergency Alert Systems

Introduction: In today’s fast-paced world, the safety of our vehicles and the security of our loved ones have never been more crucial. With advancements in technology, features like Vehicle Location Tracking (VLT) and Emergency Alert Systems (EAS) are becoming standard in new vehicles. These innovations not only enhance convenience but also provide peace of mind […]

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Institutional Mechanisms for Identifying and Deterring Market Abuse in Asset Management

Introduction: Asset management companies (AMCs) play a crucial role in the financial markets, handling vast amounts of capital and making investment decisions that can significantly impact the market. With such responsibilities, AMCs will now have to put in place institutional mechanisms for identification and deterrence of potential market abuse, including front-running and fraudulent transactions in […]

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FSSAI’s Directive to Food Businesses: Remove claim of ‘100% fruit juice’ from label and advertisements

Introduction: In a bid to enhance transparency and accuracy in food labeling, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a significant directive. This directive mandates Food Business Operators (FBOs) to remove the claim of “100% Fruit Juices” from the labels and advertisements of fruit juices with immediate effect. All the FBOs […]

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Navigating the Heat: Strategies for Protecting Workers Across Industries During Heatwaves and Rising Temperatures

Introduction:  Imagine toiling under the scorching sun, day in and day out, without respite. For millions of workers worldwide, this scenario is not just a hypothetical; it’s their reality. As temperatures rise due to climate change, the threat of heatwaves looms larger than ever, posing serious health risks to those who work outdoors or in […]

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Instructions for stringent compliance to be taken to arrest any further accident in the Assam Factories

Assam Labour Welfare Department has issued a notification on 27.07.2022 regarding instructions for stringent compliance of each provision of the Factories Act 1948 and the Rules made thereunder in the interest of the health and safety of the workers. It is observed that there is a sudden surge in the number and frequency of accidents […]

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FSSAI mandates upload of Lab Test Reports by Manufacturers, Re-packers, and Re-labelers

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) vide Order File No. 15(31)2020-FoSCoS-RCD-FSSAIpt1-Part(I) on 13th January 2023, issued an order regarding the mandatory upload of six-monthly lab testing reports on FoSCoS. As per the order, the Food Authority has mandated that all Manufacturers (including Repackers and Relabellers) shall, through FoSCoS, either upload six monthly […]

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FSSAI issues directions regarding use of blends of oils/emulsions/hydrogenated vegetable oils intended to be sold as intermediary ingredients

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under Direction F. No. RCD- 13/2/2021-Regulatory-FSSAI (E.No. 2240) on September 05, 2022, has clarified that the blends of oils are used as intermediate product for manufacture of other food products by Food Business Operators and as customized emulsions, hydrogenated vegetable oils, and blends of oils are […]

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Government notifies Surrogacy (Regulation) Rules for Surrogacy Clinics

Background India has been suffering surrogacy commercialization for few decades now. Since the concept of Surrogacy is a newly introduced term for the country, neither there was statutory legislation to regulate, nor there realization to have one. To contribute more to the thought process, Surrogacy was not even socially accepted in the country and this […]

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