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Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) has appointed Hemant Rupani as its new CEO, effective September 8, 2025. Rupani, formerly President of Mondelez Southeast Asia, succeeds Juan Pablo Rodriguez, who is moving to a global role within Coca-Cola. Rupani brings extensive experience in leading consumer brands and regional operations. His appointment follows a major shift in HCCB’s ownership, with the Jubilant Bhartia Group acquiring a 40% stake in December 2024 for ₹12,500 crore. The leadership change and strategic partnership aim to accelerate HCCB’s growth and strengthen Coca-Cola’s presence in India’s beverage market. Read more

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) utilizes import alerts to uphold U.S. food safety regulations for imported food products. These alerts are regularly updated and revised by the agency as necessary. Read more.

Traders cite irrational tax slabs on daily food items—paratha taxed more than roti, lassi taxed if packaged—creating billing chaos and hurting business margins. Read More

Federation of Sweets and Namkeen Manufacturers says singling out Indian snacks like samosas and jalebis is unfair; urges moderation and mindful eating over fear-based advisories. Read More

The FSSAI has issued notice for appointment of members of the food authority as the current term of the members is ending in December this year.  As the term is nearing the end, the FSSAI has started the process to select the 22-member food authority consisting of a Chairperson with one-third women members.  The FSSAI has sought nominations having details of qualifications, experience, competence, and expertise from the interested person(s), from retailer organisations, farmers’ organisations, persons with food science background, corporate & small industry and so on amongst others.  According to the FSSAI, it was looking for members who can ensure highest standards of competence, a broader range of relevant expertise and the broadest possible geographic distribution within the country.  The members of the food authority include seven members, not below the ranks of Joint Secretary to the Government of India, from various ministries/departments & will be ex officio, two representatives from food industry, of which one from small scale industries, two representatives from consumer organisations, three eminent food technologists or scientists, five members on rotation, two persons representing farmers’ organisation and one person representing retailers’ organisation.

The US has again raised concerns at the World Trade Organization (WTO) at India’s dairy certificate requirements terming them “unnecessary trade barriers” for American exports. Read More

he Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a strong warning to ecommerce platforms over lax compliance to tighten food safety enforcement. The regulator has put marketplaces on notice, signaling a shift from advisory to accountability, PTI reported. Read More

The global spice market is facing significant disruption as the Trump administration’s new wave of tariffs—set to take effect on August 1—targets dozens of flavoring ingredients, raising concerns over rising prices and supply instability. India, one of the world’s top spice exporters, is feeling the brunt of this shake-up, with serious implications for its $4.7 billion spice industry. Read More

The FSSAI has rolled out ‘Single Sign On’ to FICS, a feature to the Customs Officers at Kakinada port and Talegaon for the southern and western region. Read More

MTR Foods announces the launch of its latest product — Minute Fresh Sambar Paste. A chilled paste that delivers sambar in just five minutes. Simply add your cooked vegetables to boiling water and paste and enjoy a bowl of delicious sambar. Read More