Today, On 18th August, The Supreme Court rejected a petition concerning toxic cassia being sold as cinnamon in Kerala, remarking, “We are not going to monitor all this,” while dismissing the request for court intervention in the spice contamination issue.
The Supreme Court has taken a serious stance on the excessive use of pesticides in agriculture, seeking detailed responses from the government and relevant authorities. This move follows concerns about environmental and health impacts, highlighting the urgent need for stricter regulations to ensure food safety and public health amidst rising fatalities linked to pesticide exposure.
The Bombay High Court quashed a Rs 2 lakh penalty on TATA Salt for alleged substandard iodisation, citing compliance with quality standards. The ruling emphasized the importance of adherence to procedural guidelines and consideration of environmental factors in food quality assessment. This sets a precedent for fair adjudication processes in similar cases.
Today,18th April, The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India is investigating claims that Nestle added sugar to its infant milk products following a report by Public Eye. Tests revealed significant added sugar in 15 Nestle products, contradicting their packaging claims. Nestle’s stock performance suffered, and the company is committed to reducing added sugars in its products.