Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket food licences suspended in Karnataka over datura listings on platforms
- Posted on August 25, 2026
- By Business News Today
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Karnataka's regulatory authorities have taken decisive action against major e-commerce and food delivery platforms, including Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, and BigBasket, suspending their food service licenses. The suspension follows the discovery of datura—a highly toxic plant—being marketed as a consumable product on these platforms. Regulators have mandated immediate removal of such listings and cessation of distribution activities. This enforcement action highlights critical gaps in content moderation and product verification systems within the digital marketplace sector, raising concerns about consumer safety protocols on major platforms.
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