Food Manifest 
Report Telangana’s Commissioner of Food Safety teams inspected a snack-selling venue in Mahabubnagar district and found multiple hygiene violations. They confiscated food worth ₹60,500 due to improper labelling and unsanitary practices. Consequently, the department revoked the establishment’s license under the Food Safety and Standards Act, of 2006. Deficiencies Uncovered at Sri Santosh Foods in Yenugonda
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Overview Hot beverages served in disposable paper cups can release thousands of microplastic particles into the drink due to the plastic lining inside the cups. Although called “paper” cups, these containers typically have a thin plastic coating that breaks down when exposed to heat. Studies show that within just 15 minutes of holding hot liquid
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Report A passenger’s journey aboard the Vande Bharat train took an unpleasant turn when he discovered insects in the sambhar served during the trip. The incident occurred on the Tirunelveli to Chennai route and quickly went viral after the passenger shared visuals of the contaminated meal on social media. The video showed black insects floating
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Report On July 22, 2025, a passenger travelling on the Vande Bharat Express from New Delhi discovered a black insect in the dal served onboard. The contaminated meal, packed in an aluminium container, raised immediate concerns about food safety on premium trains. The passenger posted a photo of the insect in the dal meal on
READ MOREWe consume the compound INS 551 without even realising what it is. It is a commonly used component in commercial food. INS 551 or E 551 is simply the industry name for silicon dioxide. You might have made an association of silicon dioxide with sand in your head. Isn’t it dangerous? Why is sand even
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Key Update At least 36 infants in the UK have reported suspected food poisoning, following the recall of specific baby formula batches produced by Nestlé and Danone due to cereulide contamination. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said it received clinical notifications of infants showing vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal cramps, symptoms consistent with
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