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High Court Orders Investigation Into Mold in Unniyappam Prasadam at Sabarimala 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 22, 2024
Report The High Court’s Devasom Bench has instructed the Sabarimala Special Commissioner to submit a report regarding a complaint about mould found in Unniyappam prasadam purchased by devotees at the Sannidhanam. A group of 12 devotees from Kadungallur, Kochi, reported the issue after discovering mould in the prasadam when they opened it at home. Allegations
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Baba Balak Nath Temple Closes Prasad Shop Over Safety Concerns 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 22, 2024
Overview The Baba Balak Nath temple in Deotsidh, Himachal Pradesh, closed its prasad shop after food safety tests deemed the samples unfit for consumption. The temple management decided to outsource the shop’s operations to address safety concerns. Temple staff prepare the main offering, “rote,” using wheat, sugar, and ghee or vegetable oil, for devotees visiting
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Substandard Food Items Found in Himachal Pradesh: Action on Golgappa Water and More 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 22, 2024
Substandard Food Items Found in Una District, Himachal Pradesh Concerns over food safety have intensified in Una district, Himachal Pradesh after substandard items were uncovered during routine inspections. Samples of ‘golgappa’ water, mustard oil, and ready-to-serve coffee, collected from local vendors, failed to meet safety standards. Laboratory tests conducted in Kandaghat, Solan, confirmed the presence
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The Hidden Dangers of Plastic Packaging: A Call for Sustainable Alternative 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 21, 2024
Plastic packaging is the backbone of modern convenience, preserving food and beverages while keeping costs low and shelf lives long. From takeout boxes to soda bottles, it dominates supermarket aisles worldwide. But behind its practical perks lies a darker side—chemical contamination, mounting pollution, and the enduring menace of plastic waste. While it protects our food,
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Substandard Silver Foils in Chennai’s Roadside Eateries Raise Health Concerns 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- November 21, 2024
Overview Health experts and consumers have raised alarms over the widespread use of substandard silver foils for food packaging at roadside eateries in Chennai. These foils, intended to preserve food and enhance presentation, often pose serious health risks due to their poor quality. An Alarming Practice Roadside vendors commonly use thin, low-cost silver foils that
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Food Safety Inspections Highlight Hygiene Violations in Roadside Eateries in Kochi 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 21, 2024
Report In Kochi, Kerala, Ernakulam district’s food safety department launched a special initiative last week, inspecting 125 roadside eateries. Inspectors found 45 restaurants violating the rules outlined in Schedule 4 of the Food Safety and Standards Regulations 2011. These rules require eateries and their staff to maintain hygiene within the establishment and adhere to personal
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