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Kerala’s First Food Processing & Life Sciences Hub Launched at Angamaly 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 15, 2025
Foundation Stone Laid Kerala Industries Minister P. Rajeev on Sunday (September 14) laid the foundation stone for RCC Nutrafill’s Food Processing and Life Sciences Manufacturing Facility at Angamaly. The event began with a bhoomi pooja and launched what the company calls Kerala’s first integrated hub for food processing and life sciences. RCC Nutrafill is designing
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Pulamanthol in Malappuram Cracks Down on Unsanitary Food Outlets 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- September 13, 2025
Key Update Pulamanthol Panchayat of Malappuram district, in coordination with the Health Department, conducted surprise inspections of food distribution establishments across Kattuppara, Thirunarayanapuram, and Pulamanthol. Officials identified outlets operating without Panchayat licenses, violating hygiene rules, and preparing or storing food in unsanitary conditions. They issued notices under the Kerala Public Health Act and reminded all
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Hotel in Orumanayoor, Thrissur Closed for Hygiene Violations 0
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- September 13, 2025
Key Update Orumanayoor Panchayat, in Thrissur district, working with the Health Department, carried out a surprise inspection of food outlets and commercial establishments and uncovered serious hygiene violations and lapses. During the drive, officials shut down Hotel Thangal’s Ruchikkoot after they found untreated wastewater being discharged outside, missing employee health cards, untested drinking water, and
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Assam Tea Faces FSSAI Heat, ATPA Pushes for Quality Overhaul 0

Key Update Large volumes of teas at the Guwahati and Siliguri auction centres failed to meet FSSAI standards this year, pushing buyers toward South Indian and African teas. Major packers are now losing interest in Assam and West Bengal teas. The Assam Tea Planters’ Association (ATPA) urged the industry to prioritise quality and full compliance

FDA Targets Unlicensed Buckwheat Sellers Before Navratri 0

Key Update The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday announced that vendors selling buckwheat without a valid food license or registration will face penalties. The action comes ahead of Navratri, following a March incident in Dehradun (Uttarakhand) and Haridwar, where adulterated buckwheat left over 200 people, including children, hospitalised on the festival’s first day.

As Food Labelling Deadline Approaches, Advocates Push for Clear Warnings 0

Key Update The Supreme Court has given the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) a final three-month extension to finalise its recommendations on mandatory Front-of-Pack Labelling (FOPL). Healthcare experts and NGOs are demanding immediate action, stressing that these labels are vital to curb non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India. Lack of Labels Worsens Public

GVMC Finds Food Safety Violations in Over Half of Visakhapatnam Eateries 0

SHE Teams Expose Poor Hygiene at 173 Food Outlets Fast food and biryani lovers in Visakhapatnam should be cautious, as recent raids by the Safety & Health Enforcement (SHE) teams of the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) have exposed widespread food safety violations across roadside stalls, eateries, hotels, and restaurants in the city. Inspectors found

Kochi Unveils Advanced Microbiology Lab for Safer Exports 0

Key Update The Export Inspection Agency (EIA) in Kochi has launched a modern microbiology lab under the Export Inspection Council (EIC) of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The new facility strengthens food safety standards and enhances the quality of Indian exports. India’s Export Certification Backbone Nitin Kumar Yadav, Director (EIC) and Additional Secretary, Ministry

SOPA Questions FSSAI’s Olive Oil Push, Seeks Equal Focus on Local Oils 0

Key Development The Soybean Processors Association of India (SOPA) has voiced strong objections to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India’s (FSSAI) recent promotion of olive oil as a healthy cooking oil option. SOPA argues that olive oil’s high cost limits its consumption to a small, affluent segment, making the promotion unrepresentative of the

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Kerala’s First Food Processing & Life Sciences Hub Launched at Angamaly 0

Pulamanthol in Malappuram Cracks Down on Unsanitary Food Outlets 0

Hotel in Orumanayoor, Thrissur Closed for Hygiene Violations 0

Assam Tea Faces FSSAI Heat, ATPA Pushes for Quality Overhaul 0

FDA Targets Unlicensed Buckwheat Sellers Before Navratri 0

As Food Labelling Deadline Approaches, Advocates Push for Clear Warnings 0

GVMC Finds Food Safety Violations in Over Half of Visakhapatnam Eateries 0

Kochi Unveils Advanced Microbiology Lab for Safer Exports 0

SOPA Questions FSSAI’s Olive Oil Push, Seeks Equal Focus on Local Oils 0

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