Food Manifest 





Key Update A joint probe across Punjab and Kolkata uncovered the source of toxic “fortified” oil after six residents of Rajpura, including two children, were hospitalised at PGI, Chandigarh. Patients showed persistent vomiting, extreme weakness, and altered consciousness. Tests revealed life-threatening hypercalcemia caused by Hypervitaminosis D, which led to acute kidney distress. Health officials traced
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Water quality plays a crucial role in health and everyday life, and one key indicator of that quality is Total Dissolved Solids (TDS). TDS refers to the concentration of dissolved substances in water, including minerals, salts, and metals. While some of these are essential for health, excessive levels can impact taste, safety, and overall usability.
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Report Coca-Cola has recalled some bottles of its Topo Chico Mineral Water because they might have bacteria called Pseudomonas. The company found the problem in 16.9-ounce glass bottles sold in Arizona, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas in the USA. A Coca-Cola official said they have already removed all the affected bottles from about 40
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Report Rajasthan’s Food Safety Department foiled a major adulteration attempt just ahead of a wedding by seizing 300 kg of fake mawa in Tonk district. On Sunday, May 11, the Medical and Health Department’s food safety team raided Ashok Vihar Colony on Jhilay Road in Niwai, Tonk. Based on a tip-off, the team reached the
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Overview To improve public access to food safety information, the Tamil Nadu Food Safety Department launched two major digital initiatives on July 1, 2025. The department introduced a WhatsApp-based information service and rolled out an upgraded version of the TN Food Safety Consumer App. These efforts aim to boost transparency, streamline consumer engagement, and raise
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