Author: Swaminathan Balasubramanian

In a significant step towards modernizing and improving the efficiency of food import procedures, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has implemented a ‘Single Sign On’ (SSO) feature for Customs Officers. This new functionality is integrated into the Food Import Clearance System (FICS) and has been rolled out at Kakinada port and Talegaon, strategically located in India’s southern and western regions, respectively. The introduction of SSO for Customs Officers is designed to provide a more unified and seamless access to the FICS platform. This will enable Customs personnel to conduct inspections and process food import clearances with…

-KH News Desk Travel Food Services (TFS), a prominent player in India’s airport food and beverage (F&B) and lounge sector, has successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO), raising a significant $234 million. This achievement positions it as India’s ninth-largest IPO of the current year. The offering witnessed strong backing from institutional investors, whose bids were 5.23 times the shares allocated for them. In contrast, retail investors showed more caution, with subscriptions at 0.44 times, influenced by uncertainties surrounding a potential US trade deal. TFS, a collaborative venture between UK-based SSP Group and India’s K Hospitality Corp, boasts an impressive…

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-KH News Desk (cbedit@imaws.org) This World Chocolate Day, Baskin Robbins India is bringing an extra dose of sweetness to chocolate enthusiasts across the nation. Get ready to indulge in five delectable chocolate-infused treats, specially crafted to celebrate this beloved occasion. From rich sundaes to creamy milkshakes and classic scoops, there’s something to satisfy every chocolate craving. A Symphony of Flavors: Discover the New Chocolate Lineup Baskin Robbins, renowned for its innovative ice cream flavors, has curated a special menu to mark World Chocolate Day with grandeur. Each of the five new offerings is designed to deliver a unique and unforgettable…

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KH News Desk In an era increasingly defined by convenience and often, a detachment from the origins of our food, Grain2Grind, a rapidly expanding health-based food products company in India, is challenging the status quo with an innovative and deeply impactful in-store campaign. Titled “The Atta is Free if You Sweat for Health,” this unique initiative is more than just a promotional offer; it’s a powerful statement designed to reconnect consumers with the effort and pride involved in cultivating good health. Launched recently at the brand’s flagship store in Freshpik, Powai, the campaign encourages shoppers to literally earn their food,…

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-KH News Desk The national food authority has released draft regulations related to drinking water (purified) sold through vending machines under the FSS Food Products Standards & Food Additives Regulations. The draft lays detailed requirements for the same including six physical parameters, 24 general parameters, 11 parameters related to toxic substances, three for radioactive residues, two for microbiological requirements and 18 for pesticide residues. According to the FSSAI, the draft would replace the regulations 2.10.9 (2) while drinking water (purified) means water, other than packaged drinking water and natural mineral water which is offered or sold through a water vending machine.…