India is moving closer to stricter warning labels on packaged foods, and Nestlé has now called for greater consultation with food manufacturers before the new system is finalised. The proposed food warning labels in India are aimed at making it easier for consumers to identify products containing high amounts of sugar, salt and fat. The…

The Supreme Court of India has issued a clear two-week ultimatum to the Centre on the long-pending issue of front-of-pack warning labels for packaged foods high in salt, sugar and saturated fat. Emphasising that public health cannot be compromised, the Court has linked the matter to the fundamental right to life under Article 21 and…

The Supreme Court has made it clear that the panel investigating alleged police excesses during the Jantar Mantar protests will continue working under its direct supervision. The development comes after petitioners questioned the composition of the committee and sought changes in its structure. Court Steps Into Probe A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice of…

Sugar prices in India have jumped sharply in recent weeks, creating fresh worries for households, sweet makers, food companies, and policymakers before the festive season.  reports that agricultural economist Ashok Gulati has blamed lower production, shrinking stocks, delayed government action, and some diversion of sugarcane towards ethanol for the growing pressure. The latest sugar price…

The United States has imposed sanctions on four India-based companies and three Indian nationals for their alleged involvement in the trade of Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products. The action forms part of a broader campaign announced by Washington to restrict Iran’s access to revenue from energy sales and related commercial networks. Details of the Sanctions…

IRDAI action against Niva Bupa has put the insurer’s branch expansion plans on hold for six months after the regulator found non-compliance with prescribed Expense of Management limits during FY 2024-25. The order, issued on August 19, 2026, prevents Niva Bupa Health Insurance from opening new places of business during the restriction period. The development…

At a young age, Gitanjali Rao discovered that science could be more than something studied in a classroom—it could be a way to address real-world problems. Her journey began with concern over the Flint, Michigan, water crisis and eventually led her to develop a technology-based approach to detecting lead in drinking water. Years later, that…

A Sudden Break In Economic Relations The United Arab Emirates has taken a major step against Iran by suspending trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions until further notice. The decision follows a fresh security scare involving two ballistic missiles that the UAE said were launched from Iranian territory toward maritime areas. The announcement marks a…

SpiceJet has received some breathing room after aircraft lessor Aviator ML 29641 Limited withdrew its insolvency petition before the National Company Law Tribunal, commonly known as the NCLT. The development gives the airline temporary relief from one major insolvency challenge, although several other financial disputes are still hanging over the company. A Major Insolvency Dispute…