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03Oct 2024

Food Safety Laws in States

Why in the News? The Uttar Pradesh government issued orders requiring food establishments to display names and addresses of operators, proprietors, and key personnel. Similar directives were passed earlier in UP and Uttarakhand but were stayed by the Supreme Court in July 2023. Himachal Pradesh briefly considered similar rules but later distanced itself from them. …

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01Oct 2024

India Lifts Non-Basmati Rice Export Ban Amid Rising Production

Why in the news? The Indian government lifted its export ban on non-basmati white rice due to higher production, easing market restrictions, while concerns remain over possible domestic price increases. Why was the export ban lifted? The export ban was imposed last year due to a slight dip in rice production and concerns about erratic …

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30Sep 2024

Global Focus on Reducing Food Loss and Waste

Why in the news? The United Nations marked September 29 as International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, emphasising its role in addressing hunger, reducing waste, and mitigating environmental impacts. About the Global Concern on Food Loss and Waste (FLW): The United Nations has designated September 29 as International Day of Awareness of …

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