Karnataka FDA Finds Expired Milk, Food Safety Violations Across 36 Stations
Bengaluru: A special food safety inspection conducted by Karnataka’s Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) on August 20 uncovered several violations at railway food establishments across the state, including suspected use of non-permitted colours, expired dairy products, unhygienic food handling and fungal growth on vegetables. The inspection covered 112 food establishments across 36 railway stations, […]
India’s Packaged Dairy Shift Could Add 3.5 Crore Litres Daily
New Delhi: A gradual shift from loose milk to packaged and branded dairy products could significantly expand India’s formal dairy economy, according to Jayen Mehta, Managing Director of Amul. Mehta said that even a 5% annual shift from loose to packaged and branded dairy could bring around 3.5 crore litres of milk per day into […]
Gujarat Authorities Detain Man Over Suspected Adulterated Milk
Porbandar, Gujarat: Authorities in Gujarat have detained a man after allegedly uncovering the preparation and storage of suspected adulterated milk at a residence in Timbinesh village, located under the Kutiyana police station limits in Porbandar district. The action was taken by the Porbandar Local Crime Branch (LCB) after officials received information about the alleged preparation […]
Heritage Foods Adds High-Protein Curd to Nourish+ as India’s Dairy Protein Race Accelerates
Hyderabad: India’s fast-developing high-protein dairy category has gained another mainstream entrant, with Heritage Foods launching Nourish+ High Protein Curd, a 400g product containing 25g of protein and priced at ₹75. The launch, announced on 19 August 2026, extends Heritage Foods’ Nourish+ portfolio beyond high-protein paneer and protein-rich milk and signals a broader change taking place […]
Kerala Launches Intensive Milk Testing Drive Ahead Of Onam
Kochi: With milk consumption expected to rise significantly during the Onam season, Kerala’s Dairy Development Department has launched an intensive milk testing campaign in Ernakulam to strengthen quality monitoring and ensure consumers have access to safe and compliant milk. The initiative is being led by the Ernakulam district quality control section of the Dairy Development […]
Bhopal Milk Procurement Rises 38% as Dairy Infrastructure Expands
Bhopal: Milk procurement by the Bhopal Milk Union has increased by around 38% over the past year, reaching 3.81 lakh kg per day, as improved returns for farmers, assured procurement and expanded village-level collection infrastructure strengthen the cooperative dairy network. The increase reflects growing participation from dairy farmers and greater capacity within the milk collection […]
Karnataka Railway Stations Face Food Safety Violations During Inspection
Bengaluru: A food safety inspection across 36 railway stations in Karnataka has uncovered several suspected violations, including the use of non-permitted colours in sweets, expired dairy products, unhygienic food preparation practices and fungal growth in vegetables. The inspection was conducted by the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) department and covered 112 food establishments, including […]
Canada-US Trade Talks Raise Concerns Over Dairy Protectionm
New Delhi: Canada and the United States moved closer to finalising a new trade agreement on Wednesday that could help avert threatened 50% US tariffs on Canadian imports, but concerns remain in Canada over the potential impact on protected sectors, particularly dairy and forestry. The emerging agreement has created uncertainty in Quebec, where Premier Christine […]
Milky Mist Shares Hit 10% Upper Circuit After Listing
New Delhi: Shares of Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd. continued their strong performance after its stock-market debut, rising 10% to ₹199.65 on August 19, 2026, and hitting the upper circuit on the National Stock Exchange. The sharp rise came a day after the company’s market debut, when its shares listed at ₹165, significantly above the […]
Skellerup Delivers Record FY26 Results as Global Dairy Consumables Demand Drives Growth
New Zealand, August 2026: Skellerup Holdings has reported a record operational performance for FY2026, with strong global demand for dairy consumables helping drive growth across its Agricultural Division. The company, which manufactures specialised rubber and polymer products for agricultural and industrial applications, benefited from robust demand for milking liners, tubing, animal hygiene products and other […]
