Food Manifest 





Food Safety inspectors discovered serious violations in the Alpha Hotel.
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Key Development As uncertainty surrounds the suspected seafood-related deaths in Vizhinjam, the Commissionerate of Food Safety has widened its probe. Initial laboratory tests did not indicate conventional food poisoning caused by spoilage or bacterial contamination, prompting officials to explore other possibilities. CIFT to Conduct Specialised Toxicology Tests Authorities have sought expert assistance from the Central
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Seafood is an important part of a balanced diet, valued for its high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids and essential nutrients. However, when fish and shellfish are improperly handled, stored or prepared, they can become a serious source of foodborne illness. Health experts warn that seafood poisoning is often dismissed as a minor digestive issue, but
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Key Development The recent deaths linked to a hotel in Vizhinjam have brought serious lapses in food safety enforcement to light. The Food Safety Department, which must ensure hygienic food service and regular monitoring, has not deployed adequate staff to conduct routine inspections. In several constituencies, a single food safety officer oversees all food establishments.
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Report In a relief to consumers and the fishing community, the Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (CIFT) has found that fish samples collected after the MSC Elza-3 vessel sank off the coast of Kerala are safe for consumption. The ship, which leaked oil and chemicals into the sea, had raised serious concerns about marine contamination.
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Key Development The Solvent Extractors’ Association (SEA) has urged the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to take immediate action against a viral video that spreads false information about refined edible oils. In an official letter to the authorities, SEA objected to a video posted by
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