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India considers policy on non-sugar sweeteners after WHO guidelines caution against adverse effects

In 15 May guideline, World Health Organization said artificial sweeteners don't have any long-term benefit in reducing body fat & may cause potential undesirable effects from long-term use.

Govt to extend curbs on sugar exports by a year through Oct 2023

India is expected to produce record sugar crop this year, which could allow New Delhi to export up to 8 million tonnes, the government and industry official said this month.

How an accident of geography and history created a people with a bad case of sweet tooth

In ‘Sugar: The Silent Killer,’ Damyanti Datta attempts to understand the hold of sugar in India and demystify the way we eat.

Food and drinks are getting sweeter. Even if it’s not all sugar, it can cause diabetes

There's a double standard in the sweetening of the food supply, with manufacturers providing less sweet, 'healthier' products in richer countries.

Indian sugar exports could see a dent over supply-chain chaos

Availability of railway wagons is scarce due to demand from other critical sectors such as coal. Traders are also facing high diesel prices & limited availability of storage at some ports.

India loses WTO dispute on sugar-export subsidies

India’s policies were inconsistent with WTO rules that govern the levels at which nations can subsidise domestic agricultural production, said the official trade body statement.

Yogi announces hike in sugarcane MSP by Rs 25 per quintal, months before UP polls

UP CM Yogi Adityanath said Sunday that the new price will enable sugarcane growers to increase incomes by 8%, and will transform lives of 45 lakh farmers.

Sri Lanka’s sugar prices at record high, opposition alleges it’s a govt ‘scam’

Sugar in Sri Lanka is currently being sold at over Sri Lankan Rs 200 per kg, up from Rs 130 per kg last October. Rajapaksa govt is importing more to stabilise prices, besides slashing import tax.

The bitter truth: Cut sugar in packaged foods & beverages, save lives, new study says

20% less sugar in packed food and 40% less sugar in beverages can prevent 2.48 million cardiovascular disease events in the US, which is a major cause of death in the country.

3rd Covid wave fears should make Indians cut down on sugar, salt and alcohol

A single food or supplement won't boost your immunity overnight. A whole foods-based nutritious diet is crucial to maintaining optimal function of immune system.

On Camera

US bullying spurred Green Revolution. Let tariffs give us a Business Revolution

Perhaps the present crisis and trauma can force our country into something resembling that special moment we found in the sixties. Perhaps we can radically alter our business environment.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.