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The Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD), Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Government of India, has notified an amendment to the Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 2011 (VOPPA Regulation Order, 2011). Originally issued under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, the order was framed following the repeal of earlier regulations by the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Read More

The FSSAI has decided to withdraw the notification with respect to the limit of copper in ‘Hops Pellets’ used in production of beer. The food authority in a new order has directed food businesses to adhere to the limit of 20mg/kg.  Read More

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), is implementing a Central Sector Umbrella scheme Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY).  As on 30.06.2025, under the various component schemes of PMKSY, 1601 projects have been approved and grant-in-aid of Rs 6411.61 crore has been disbursed/released to these projects. This information was given by the Minister of State for Food Processing Industries, Sh. Ravneet Singh in a written reply in Lok Sabha.

The food authority has notified the updated regulations related to synthetic food colour preparation and mixtures under the FSS (Food Products Standards and Food Additive) Regulations.  Read More

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has released a list of Ayurveda Aahara covered under the Food Safety and Standards (Ayurveda Aahara) Regulations, 2022, under category A.  Read More

The Department of Fisheries, Government of India (DoF, GoI) is implementing various schemes for holistic development of fisheries sector in all States/UTs including Kerala. Read More

The FSSAI has notified the standards for meat sausages under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) First Amendment Regulations, 2025, applicable to fresh or cooked meat sausages.  Read More

In a move aimed at enhancing transparency, curbing hoarding, and ensuring fair pricing in the edible oil sector, the government has notified the 2025 Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (VOPPA) Regulation Order, effective August 1. The updated framework introduces tighter registration norms, monthly reporting mandates, and stronger enforcement powers for authorities. Read More

In a bid to boost transparency, curb hoarding, and ensure fair pricing, the Government of India has notified the 2025 Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (VOPPA) Regulation Order. The order, effective August 1, introduces stricter registration, monthly reporting, and enforcement provisions for edible oil producers. Read More

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a total outlay of Rs 6520 crore including additional outlay of Rs 1920 crore for ongoing Central Sector Scheme Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana, (PMKSY) during 15th Finance Commission Cycle (FCC) (2021-22 to 2025-26). Read More