G20 Global Food Regulators Summit
Inaugurating the summit’s preparations the Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare unveiled the summit’s logo, accompanied by the Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare. The Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare highlighted the significance of the summit, stating, “This is the first time the summit is being held outside Rome, Italy. The Global Food Regulators Summit will bring focus on the crucial aspect of food safety, which needs as much attention as food security.”
FSSAI permits Abeyance of Enforcement in Labelling Requirements of Fermented Milk Products
FSSAI has stated that it has received representations from various stakeholders on the use of the term dahi. FSSAI is currently considering these representations and therefore has decided to keep the enforcement of these provisions in abeyance until further orders.
FSSAI clarifies on the eligibility criteria for 9th Food Analyst Examination 2023
FSSAI has modified its eligibility criteria such that the candidate should possess at least 3 years’ experience in the analysis of food. Such experience must be in any food testing laboratory/research institutions/ research laboratory after attaining the specified minimum essential academic qualification.
FSSAI extends timeline for Compliance with Recommended Dietary Allowance 2020
FSSAI has decided to extend the compliance with RDA 2020 for a period of 6 months from 1st July, 2023. Therefore, the compliance with RDA 2020 will be required from 1st January, 2024.
MoHFW invites applications for the post of Chairperson, FSSAI
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must possess eminence in the field of Food Science or have a strong association with the subject matter as individuals from the Administration. They should currently hold or have previously held a position not below the rank of Secretary to the Government of India.
FSSAI appoints a Central Food Safety Officer for States & UTs in the Southern Region
Through this notification, Ms. Harshita C G has been appointed as the Central Food Safety Officer for States & UTs in the Southern Region. Her place of posting will be the Southern Region.
FSSAI notifies Food Safety Officers for Chennai, Delhi and Mumbai Airports
The notified officers of Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare have appointed as Food Safety Officers for the specified areas.
Extension in Enforcement of Food Safety and Standards (Advertising and Claims) Second Amendment 2022
The directions have provided a further extension in the enforcement of Food Safety and Standards (Advertising and Claims) Second Amendment 2022. The extension is provided till 13th December, 2023.
FSSAI notifies Referral Food Laboratories
The order states that appellate/ referral samples may be sent to any referral laboratory as per their valid NABL scope of testing irrespective of their areas of jurisdiction.
FSSAI invites Public Comments on its Methods of Sampling & Analysis
Before finalization, the FSSAI seeks the comments, views, and suggestions of stakeholders regarding these approved methods. Interested parties are encouraged to provide their feedback by 2nd August, 2023.
