Food Manifest 





Report The Cuttack Municipal Corporation’s (CMC) Food Safety Department raided multiple food stalls at the Cuttack Bali Jatra today. The department specifically inspected food stalls for chemical food colours, unsanitary conditions, and substandard oil. Fines and Warnings Issued to Offending Stalls The CMC fined the food stalls that violated safety standards and warned them against
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Overview The Food Safety Department, with the support of five special squads, is set to increase field-level inspections to identify unregistered eateries and food businesses in Kozhikode district, Kerala. Although approximately 80% of food entrepreneurs have registered with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), many businesses still disregard the requirements, despite targeted
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Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plans to train approximately 2.5 million food handlers across the country by March 2026. This initiative includes training personnel in university, college, and hostel canteens to ensure hygienically handled, safe food for the public. Focus on Regular Food Safety Surveillance Earlier this month, the FSSAI
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Overview Swiss chocolate maker Lindt & Sprüngli faces legal scrutiny after US-based Consumer Reports filed a class action lawsuit in February 2023 alleging its dark chocolate bars contain high levels of lead and cadmium. The lawsuit, filed in February 2023, also raised similar concerns about chocolate products from other companies, as per media reports. Consumer Reports tested 28 chocolate
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Turmeric, often called the “golden spice,” has long been praised for its vibrant colour and powerful health benefits. From boosting immunity to reducing inflammation, it’s a staple in kitchens and medicine cabinets worldwide. But recent reports have raised a troubling question: Is your turmeric contaminated with lead? Growing evidence suggests that turmeric, especially from certain
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Top State for Food Safety Kerala has emerged as the leader in India, with 26 railway stations now recognized for maintaining high food safety standards. The ‘Eat Right’ certification, awarded by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), ensures safe and hygienic food practices across the state’s stations. Nationwide, only 198 stations have
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