Pesticide residue in Indian herbs and spices? Food regulator denounces claims as 'false and malicious'

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has refuted claims of elevated pesticide residues in Indian herbs and spices as 'misleading and baseless'. In an official statement, the food safety watchdog emphasized India's rigorous adherence to Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs), which are customized for each food item based on thorough risk evaluations.