'Halal' certification making items costlier: Govt tells Supreme Court
Monday, 20 January 2025 The Centre informed the Supreme Court about the widespread application of halal certification beyond food items, affecting prices significantly. The solicitor general highlighted how certification fees were collected even for non-food items like cement and water bottles. UP banned halal-certified food products in November 2023, citing public health and potential consumer confusion.
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