ESG reporting

Ecolabelling, public procurement support key to achieving SDG 12

Ecolabelling needs to be promoted as there is pressure on India to shift towards sustainable consumption and production and to improve its sustainability ranking. Read more »
e-procurement of government purchases

e-procurement can achieve transparency, efficiency in government purchases

The e-procurement systems offer lower cost, transparent spending, faster transactions, standardised buying, and reduced errors. Read more »
mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery

Mandatory hallmarking key to ensuring consumer protection, but challenges remain

Mandatory hallmarking is tough to achieve as many centres suffer from low profitability, poor equipment, slack processes, and use low-quality equipment to cut costs. Read more »
Why front-of-package labelling should be warning labels

Front-of-package labelling: Why India should opt for warning labels

Among a variety of front-of-package labelling options, negative warning labels are more helpful in identifying unhealthy products and discouraging junk food choices. Read more »
world food safety day 2021

World Food Safety Day 2021: Ensuring safe food for a healthy tomorrow is everyone’s business

Food safety is a grave concern for India where more than a third of the food produced, including almost 70% of the milk sold, is adulterated and substandard. Read more »