Survey Finds Missing Best-Before Dates Online; Authorities Seize Altered Packaged Foods
A LocalCircles survey of nearly 20,000 consumers found that many FMCG brand websites and apps, including those of Amul, Patanjali, Unilever, ITC, and Nestle, often do not display best-before dates, leaving shoppers uncertain about product shelf life. Separately, Maharashtra authorities uncovered a case in Navi Mumbai where expiry dates and labels on packaged foods were fraudulently altered. Medical experts caution that taste and appearance are unreliable indicators of food safety after expiry, emphasizing the importance of clear expiry information for consumers.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (48/100). Lens Score 61/100.
Outlets measured: indiatoday, indiatoday. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 7 Sept, 10:31 am. Other outlets followed.
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