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  • ANU Students Protest Over Poor Hostel Food Quality

    ANU Students Protest Over Poor Hostel Food Quality0

    Report  Students at Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU), Guntur, staged a protest on November 29, 2024, demanding better food quality in the hostel mess. They alleged finding insects in rice and sambar, with one report claiming a frog was discovered in the sambar. Hundreds of students gathered at the university’s main gate and the Vice-Chancellor’s chamber,

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  • Antioxidants: Boosting Food Safety & Health

    Antioxidants: Boosting Food Safety & Health0

    Antioxidants are vital compounds that protect our bodies from oxidative damage and play a crucial role in preserving food safety. In the food industry, they help prevent spoilage, maintain nutritional value, and extend shelf life. However, while antioxidants offer numerous benefits, excessive use—especially of synthetic antioxidants—can pose health risks and complications. Both consumers and manufacturers

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  • Antimicrobial Coatings: A Game Changer in Food Safety and Shelf Life

    Antimicrobial Coatings: A Game Changer in Food Safety and Shelf Life0

    The food industry prioritizes food safety and longer shelf life. Microbial contamination often causes spoilage and foodborne illnesses, making it a key concern. To address this, manufacturers are using antimicrobial coatings as an innovative solution. These coatings inhibit the growth of harmful microorganisms like bacteria, mold, and fungi. They reduce contamination risks while preserving product

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  • Andhra Pradesh to Launch First State Food Lab in Visakhapatnam This April

    Andhra Pradesh to Launch First State Food Lab in Visakhapatnam This April0

    Report Andhra Pradesh is set to launch its first-ever State Food Lab in Visakhapatnam this April as construction nears completion. The lab, spread across 12,000 square feet, has been built at a cost of approximately ₹20 crore. It will feature cutting-edge technology to test the quality of food samples collected by government agencies. The lab will also

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  • An Essential Guide to Food Recall

    An Essential Guide to Food Recall0

    As a consumer, food recall can be alarming. If you possess a recalled product, it's important to discard it immediately. For manufacturers, recalls can damage brand reputation, but they are crucial for managing risks and ensuring public safety following food safety incidents. What Is a Food Recall? A food recall occurs when a product isREAD MORE
  • Amul’s Infant Formula Sparks IMS Act Row

    Amul’s Infant Formula Sparks IMS Act Row0

    Report Amul’s launch of “India’s first liquid infant formula” has triggered strong criticism from public health activists. They filed formal complaints with the Ministry of Women and Child Development, the Health Ministry, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights. The activists allege that Amul

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