Food Manifest 
Pasteurization is a revolutionary process that has transformed food safety and preservation since its development by French scientist Louis Pasteur in the 19th century. By heating food and beverages to specific temperatures for set durations, pasteurization effectively destroys harmful microorganisms without significantly altering the product’s nutritional value or taste. This method has become a cornerstone
READ MOREReport A passenger on the Thiruvananthapuram–Mangaluru Vande Bharat Express found a dead lizard in his meal while travelling in Coach C-5, Seat No. 75. He discovered the lizard in a curry dish served on board and immediately raised an alarm. Fellow passengers said the catering team served the food while the train was passing through
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Key Update A parliamentary panel has urged the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to take stronger action against misleading food labels and advertisements. The panel emphasised the need for clearer consumer information and stricter enforcement to improve food safety in India. The report recommended mandatory warning labels on foods high in fat,
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Have you ever wondered how rice or other grains are prepared before they reach your plate? Before cooking a white pot of fluffy rice, it goes through two important processes: parboiling and polishing. These methods make rice easier to cook and improve its appearance. However, they also impact the safety and nutrition of the rice.
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Key Update A customer spotted a threadlike parasite crawling out of a piece of sashimi at a Hong Kong sushi restaurant, prompting an apology from the outlet and triggering widespread concern on social media. Japanese restaurant chain Gatten Sushi, which launched in Hong Kong in September 2024, issued a public apology on Tuesday after a
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Report U.S. authorities rejected at least 15 shipments of Indian mangoes after identifying discrepancies in the export paperwork, leading to estimated losses of $500,000 (approximately ₹4.3 crore) for exporters. The shipments, which landed at airports in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Atlanta, failed to meet documentation requirements despite undergoing the mandatory irradiation process in Mumbai.
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