Gujarat govt imposes blanket ban on unauthorised analogue dairy products

August 6, 2026 11:47 AM

Gujarat govt imposes blanket ban on unauthorised analogue dairy products

The Gujarat government has imposed a complete ban on the manufacture, storage, transportation, distribution and sale of unauthorised analogue paneer, cheese and butter across the state, citing public health concerns. The ban, which came into effect on Thursday, was announced by Health Minister Praful Pansheriya, who said the decision was taken to safeguard public health and ensure that consumers are not misled by products made using non-dairy ingredients. He said the state government would not...

GST rationalization brings most dairy products to nil or 5% rate

September 4, 2025 6:36 PM

GST rationalization brings most dairy products to nil or 5% rate

In a move to support India’s dairy sector, the 56th GST Council on Wednesday approved a rationalization of GST rates on milk and milk products. Under the new structure, which will take effect from September 22, most dairy items are now either exempt from tax or subject to a 5 per cent rate. Ultra‑High Temperature (UHT) milk and pre-packaged paneer or chhena will now attract no GST. Butter, ghee, dairy spreads, cheese, condensed milk, milk-based beverages, ice cream, and milk cans have seen ...