Food Safety Crackdown (India): FSSAI told states to intensify Navratri-Diwali checks, focusing on sweets, savouries, beverages, edible oil and milk products, using “Food Safety on Wheels” for on-the-spot testing and real-time portal updates. Infant Formula Rules (India): Maharashtra FDA issued a compliance order tightening infant food marketing—banning free samples, gifts and influencer promotions, and requiring prominent “Mother’s Milk is Best” notices. Energy Drink Label Fight (India): Delhi High Court quashed FSSAI’s order against Red Bull’s “energy drink” label on procedural grounds, sending it back for a fresh hearing. Cold Storage Liability (US/California): Newsom signed bills raising fines and emergency requirements after a major Boyle Heights cold-storage fire left rotting meat/seafood and months of community fallout. Festive Retail Deals (Malaysia): Pahang’s MADANI Agro Sales runs Oct 2–4 with discounts up to 30% and special pricing on eggs, chicken and beef. Supply Chain Stress (Global): UNGA coverage highlights how food security is now tied to conflict, climate shocks and migration, with disruptions rippling across borders. Packaging Push (EU/Industry): Amcor will showcase future-ready food and drink packaging at CibusTec, aligning with PPWR recycling demands. Business Watch (US): Cal-Maine Foods reported a sharp first-quarter drop in net sales and profit, while shifting toward prepared foods and specialty shell eggs. Local Food Scene (US/Chicago): Banchet Awards finalists were announced, spotlighting Chicago restaurants across categories from casual counters to fine dining.