Food Manifest 
Report Experts from three of the country’s leading medical institutions are investigating in Baddal village, Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, where the death toll from unidentified causes has risen to seven, including six children. On December 8, a resident of Baddal village and four of his children died, with officials suspecting food poisoning. Days later,
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In the fast-paced and highly regulated food industry, consistency, safety, and quality are paramount. Achieving these standards requires food manufacturers to adhere to strict guidelines and processes. This is where Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) come into play. SOPs are written instructions that outline the steps required to carry out various tasks, ensuring that every aspect
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Report The Visakhapatnam Research Centre of the Indian Institute of Agricultural Research and Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (ICAR-CIFT) is hosting a five-day training course for graduate students titled “Enhancing the Safety of Fish and Fishery Products Through Microbiological Testing.” The course, which runs from December 16 to 20, is part of the Scheduled Caste
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Report Telangana’s Commissioner of Food Safety teams inspected a snack-selling venue in Mahabubnagar district and found multiple hygiene violations. They confiscated food worth ₹60,500 due to improper labelling and unsanitary practices. Consequently, the department revoked the establishment’s license under the Food Safety and Standards Act, of 2006. Deficiencies Uncovered at Sri Santosh Foods in Yenugonda
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In digestive health, “probiotics” and “prebiotics” often appear together, but they serve different roles. Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria that support the gut microbiome, while prebiotics nourish these bacteria. Prebiotics are naturally occurring fibres in plant-based foods that fuel the growth of beneficial gut microorganisms. They act as nourishment for good bacteria, helping them thrive.
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