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Report More than 80 female students of the Government Medical College in Thiruvananthapuram have reported symptoms of food poisoning after consuming a chicken dish served at the hostel mess. The incident, which unfolded on Thursday night, saw a rapid rise in cases of nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea among the residents of the women’s
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Report In a major crackdown on food safety violations, authorities in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, found 36 food samples from 12 leading restaurant chains substandard. According to media reports, outlets of brands like KFC, McDonald’s, Subway, Pizza Hut, Haldiram’s, Barista, and Domino’s failed multiple food safety tests. The Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA),
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Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plans to raise the bar on food safety regulations and penalise companies that fail to comply. Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan announced the move on May 16 at the News18 Powering Bharat Summit. “FSSAI monitors food products, and we’re working to match
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Authors: Sunitha Poulose & Kochurani Abraham Cassava is a widely consumed staple, valued for its high carbohydrate content and versatility. It serves as a key dietary source in countries like India, Brazil, and parts of Africa, where it is prepared in various forms, from boiled dishes to crispy snacks. Beyond food, cassava is also processed
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Report The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) Department has started collecting samples of imported chocolates from across Karnataka amid concerns over undisclosed alcohol content in these products. According to media reports, many popular imported chocolates often lack clear labels warning consumers—especially children—about their alcohol content. Focus on Clear Alcohol Disclosure in Labels The department’s
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Don’t Believe Every Viral Post You See Social media churns out a steady stream of bizarre claims and half-truths about food. In an age where food influences lifestyle choices, these posts often trigger unnecessary fear. Two persistent rumours that still circulate widely are about the wax coating on apples and so-called “plastic vegetables.” Let’s clear
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