Bombay HC Orders ₹5 Lakh Compensation to Pune Sweet Shop
The Bombay High Court has directed Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to pay ₹5 lakh compensation to Pune-based Gurunanak Dairy and Sweets, after questioning why its food licence remained suspended despite a subsequent inspection finding the establishment 98% compliant with food-safety norms. The shop’s licence was suspended on June 12, 2026, following an inspection…
Food Poisoning Rise Exposes Food Safety Gaps
India has witnessed a concerning rise in reported food poisoning incidents, highlighting persistent gaps in food safety surveillance, hygiene practices and regulatory enforcement, according to an analysis by The Hindu. The report, based on official data, notes that food poisoning cases have increased in recent years, with outbreaks frequently linked to contaminated meals served at…