Red Bull, Sting, etc. not recognised as 'energy drinks', says food regulator FSSAI as it issues notices over misleading claims

India's food regulator, FSSAI, has issued notices to several beverage brands for misbranding and misleading claims about their "energy drinks." Meanwhile, Maharashtra has banned the sale of Sting energy drink and other intoxicating substances within 500 meters of schools, citing concerns for schoolchildren's health. FSSAI clarified that no standard exists for "energy drinks" in India, and functional claims are not permissible for food products.