Food Manifest 
Report Kochi Corporation’s mobile lab, which aims to detect food adulteration, has remained non-functional for the past one and a half years. Officials cite the absence of competent personnel to collect and test food samples as the primary reason for the delay. Recently, three people fell ill and were hospitalised after consuming food at a
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Key Update The Export Inspection Agency (EIA) in Kochi has launched a modern microbiology lab under the Export Inspection Council (EIC) of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The new facility strengthens food safety standards and enhances the quality of Indian exports. India’s Export Certification Backbone Nitin Kumar Yadav, Director (EIC) and Additional Secretary, Ministry
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Discover how a takeaway eatery in Kochi faced closure due to food poisoning complaints.
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Food Poisoning Incident in Kochi In Kochi, Kerala, the Government Medical College Hospital in Kalamassery admitted 75 individuals, mainly students from Kozhikode, who experienced suspected food poisoning after a picnic on Wednesday. The group, from Karunyatheeram Special School in Kattippara, Kozhikode, travelled to Kochi with their caregivers, who also required medical attention. The team comprised
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Key Update A district-wide inspection of 229 hostels last week revealed significant food safety violations across several facilities in Kochi. Officials found that many Kochi hostels were preparing food in unhygienic environments, putting students and residents at risk. Inspectors issued rectification notices to 67 hostels for minor violations. However, they identified 28 hostel canteens for
READ MOREKey Development Kerala has launched its first Food Street at Kasturba Nagar, Panampilly Nagar, Kochi, marking a major step towards becoming a global food destination. The initiative offers a safe, hygienic dining experience with a diverse range of local and international cuisines. The food street is part of the Central Government’s effort to modernise 100
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