Tamil Nadu Organic Farmers' Conference promotes sustainability
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- February 13, 2025
Food Manifest 
What is Botulism? Botulism is a rare but serious illness that affects the nervous system. It is caused by botulinum neurotoxin, a powerful toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum and, less commonly, related bacteria. The toxin disrupts communication between nerves and muscles, which can lead to progressive muscle weakness, paralysis and, in severe cases, breathing difficulties.
READ MOREKey Update A consumer complaint alleging that a worm was found inside an egg ordered through Blinkit has prompted a food safety inspection at the quick-commerce platform’s facility in Mangaluru, Karnataka. The consumer reportedly approached Karnataka Health Minister U.T. Khader after receiving damaged eggs and alleged that one of the eggs contained a worm. Khader
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Key Update The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has raised concerns over the sugar content in Amrutham Nutri-Mix, a supplementary nutrition product distributed to children through anganwadis in the state. Commission Flags 20% Sugar Content The Commission noted that Amrutham Nutri-Mix contains around 20% sugar, which, according to the petition, is inconsistent
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Key Update The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken action against several food establishments linked to the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and ISKCON Juhu after inspections uncovered multiple food safety and hygiene violations. As part of the inspections, the FDA checked five IRCTC-linked establishments across Mumbai and Thane, along with
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