Pepsi drops 'energy' from Sting as FSSAI objects to label: Report

PepsiCo India has removed the word 'energy' from new Sting cans and bottles ahead of the food safety regulator's compliance deadline, The Economic Times reported. Rivals such as Red Bull and Monster are seeking more time to implement the change, while distributors are refusing existing energy drink stock. India's energy drinks market is estimated to be worth over ₹13,000 crore.