Food Manifest 
Mycotoxins are toxic compounds that certain moulds and fungi produce, contaminating various foods such as grains, dried beans, dried fruits, and coffee. These toxins pose significant concerns for human health and can also affect livestock through contaminated feed. When individuals ingest mycotoxins—either directly from contaminated food or indirectly through animal products (like milk from cows
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Report Mustard seeds, rich in essential vitamins and minerals, are a staple in Indian cooking, especially for tempering dishes. Known for their digestive and heart-health benefits, these tiny seeds pack a powerful nutritional punch. However, growing concerns have emerged about their safety, as recent reports indicate increasing cases of adulteration with harmful argemone seeds. What
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Report The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to determine whether a significant variation in natural essential oil levels in mustard oil samples qualifies as adulteration requiring legal action. Nagpur Lab Findings Under Review A division bench comprising Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Sumeet
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Report The Municipality Health Department in Malappuram inspected major hotels and food outlets yesterday, focusing on hygiene standards. The inspections, carried out from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM, targeted establishments along Kavungal Bypass and Perinthalmanna Road. Officials seized and destroyed various unhygienic food items stored for sale. Notices Issued for Violations Inspectors checked eight establishments
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Key Update In a major operation against food adulteration, Mumbai Police and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seized 550 kilograms of cheese analogue falsely sold as malai paneer during a raid in Antop Hill on August 25. Acting on orders from senior FDA officials, the crime branch’s control unit led the raid. Officials targeted
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Key Update Zepto, one of India’s fastest-growing quick commerce platforms, recently conducted a large-scale food safety training session in Mumbai as part of its Zepto Sankalp Programme. The event, held at The Rangaswar Hall, Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Nariman Point, brought together hundreds of food handlers, including last-mile delivery partners and pickers from its city operations.
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