Food Manifest 
Food colours and dyes have become increasingly popular in today’s day and age. It is used in the cooking and baking industries to increase the aesthetic value of food. While food colourants in small amounts do not have immediate adverse effects on health, they can cause serious health issues in the long run. In this
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Seafood is a powerhouse of nutrition, providing high-quality protein, essential vitamins, minerals, and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Regular consumption is associated with numerous health benefits, including enhanced cardiovascular health, cognitive function, and optimal growth in children. However, mercury contamination in fish and shellfish raises concerns about its safety, particularly for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and
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Merck and Tinkle Launch Food Safety Comic Books Leading pharmaceutical company Merck partnered with Tinkle to launch two engaging comic books at the Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru. Part of Merck’s #SafeFoodFirst campaign, which promotes food safety, the books debuted before an audience of over 200 students from Bengaluru’s government schools. Comics for Food
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Key Update Meghalaya authorities have banned the transportation, storage, and sale of illegal fish imports from Bangladesh in East Khasi Hills and South West Khasi Hills districts, citing risks to public health and biosecurity. District Administrations Issue Prohibitory Orders The East Khasi Hills administration issued a prohibitory order under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik
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Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) sealed RB Store, a popular bakery in Shillong in Meghalaya, after discovering it used newspapers to bake bread and cakes, violating food safety norms. Officials also shut down four other establishments—Arun Hotel, Maa Kali Hotel, and two fast-food outlets—as part of a wider crackdown on
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