Distributors are refusing to pick up existing energy drink stocks nationwide. This action has led to shortages of popular brands on retail shelves. The food regulator has alleged labeling violations and does not recognize the category. Companies have requested an extension, but the regulator has refused their plea.

India's food regulator has mandated that beverage brands discontinue the 'energy drink' label. This directive entails a compliance period of ninety days and affects many leading…

India has ordered makers of high-caffeine beverages sold as “energy drinks” to stop using that description, rejecting efforts to stall the regulatory intervention in a…

Food regulator FSSAI has given beverage companies, including PepsiCo and Reliance Consumer Products, 90 days to remove the term "energy drink" from product labels after rejecting…

FSSAI gives energy drink brands 90 days to remove descriptors, prompting industry concerns over financial impacts and regulatory clarity.