
Understanding Liability for Unsafe Food: Can Restaurants Be Held Accountable for Defective Ingredients?
Introduction Food safety is a critical concern in the hospitality industry, particularly for restaurants that serve meals to thousands of consumers daily. A recent judgment by the Allahabad High Court in Piyush Gupta & Anothers

Directorate General of Foreign Trade’s Public Notice : A New Framework for Organic Exports
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued Public Notice No. 39/2024-25 on January 5, 2025, outlining updated procedures for exporting certified organic products. This notice supersedes Public Notice No. 73 (RE-2013)/2009-2014, dated November

Nourishing India: The Role of Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Foods) Regulations, 2018 in Fighting Micronutrient Deficiency
Introduction In the fight against micronutrient deficiencies, India’s Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Foods) Regulations, 2018, represent a landmark initiative to enhance public health. Formulated under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, these

From Field to Fork: How the Spices Board of India is Leading the Fight Against Ethylene Oxide (EtO) Contamination
Introduction Indian spices have long been revered for their rich aroma, vibrant colours, and exceptional quality, earning them a distinguished place on dining tables and in kitchens worldwide. However, recent years have seen instances of

FSSAI Strengthens Food Safety Compliance for E-commerce: Key Recommendations and Impacts
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the regulatory body overseeing food safety under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, issued a comprehensive advisory on December 3, 2024 (File No.RCD-13/1/2024-Rcgulatory-FSSAl(E-13150) (Advisory) .

ITC Ltd. Gurgaon v. Commissioner of I.T. (TDS) Delhi : TDS on tips received by hotels
Introduction In the instant case of ITC Ltd. Gurgaon v. Commissioner of I.T. (TDS) Delhi,[1] the decision revolved around the applicability of Tax Deducted at Source (“TDS”) on tips received by a hotel. Facts of
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