Food Manifest 





June 27, 2023 Renowned Malayalam film director and production controller, Baiju Paravoor, passed away unexpectedly on June 26 at the age of 42. Paravoor had been receiving treatment for fever and physical discomfort, and his family suspects that food poisoning may have been the cause of his untimely demise. According to family sources, Paravoor had
READ MORE
Malachite Green is an organic compound that has found its way into our food supply, albeit illicitly.
READ MORE
Report In her Budget 2025 address, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the formation of a new Makhana Board in Bihar. The board will enhance Makhana production, marketing, and value addition in the state. It will also guide and assist farmers, ensuring they benefit from government programs. The budget includes several measures to boost the financial
READ MORE
Pizzas, doughnuts, paranthas, pastries, momos, pasta— what looks like a list of all of our favourite comfort foods may be under the threat of contamination because of the one essential, common ingredient they all use, i.e., Maida or white flour. Maida is white flour made from wheat after being milled without any bran, refined, and bleached.
READ MORE
Report The Maharashtra government will soon introduce toll-free numbers for consumers to directly report complaints against food e-commerce platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, and Zepto. Raids Reveal Shocking Practices Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) minister Narhari Zirwal stated that officials have already conducted multiple inspections of companies such as Zepto, Swiggy, and Zomato across the
READ MORE
Key Development Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) will conduct surprise inspections at eateries, bars, and restaurants until December 31, ahead of Christmas and New Year, said Minister Narhari Zirwal. FDA teams will collect food samples to detect adulteration and ensure compliance with food safety norms. The inspections will focus on the repurposing of food
READ MORE