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Saudi Food Authority Shuts 54 Facilities, Blocks Contaminated Poultry Imports 0

Key Update Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) launched sweeping enforcement actions to strengthen food and drug safety across the Kingdom. The authority shut down 54 facilities, suspended 52 production lines, seized expired and counterfeit products, and blocked the import of 40 tons of salmonella-contaminated poultry. These measures highlight SFDA’s commitment to protecting consumers and

NAPI Suggests Weightage Scale Ahead of SC Deadline on Food Labels 0

Key Update With a Supreme Court deadline for front-of-pack nutrition warning labels on packaged foods approaching, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is finalising rules for mandatory front-of-pack nutrition warning labels. Nutrition Advocacy in Public Interest (NAPI), a public health think tank, has submitted a “Weightage Scale for Stakeholder Comments” to guide

Viral Video of Painted Jackfruits Sparks Food Safety Alarm 0

Key Update A viral video showing a vendor painting over rotten jackfruits to disguise them as fresh has sparked serious concerns about food safety. The vendor uses paint to cover the damaged parts of the jackfruit, potentially misleading consumers into purchasing contaminated or unsafe produce. Such deceptive practices expose consumers to significant health risks, as

FSSAI to Mandate Sugar & Oil Content Display in Restaurants to Combat Obesity 0

Key Update In response to India’s growing obesity crisis, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plans to issue an advisory requiring restaurants and hotels to display information about sugar and oil content in their dishes. This move aims to raise awareness among consumers about calorie intake and promote healthier dietary choices. Move

5 Dead, 5 Hospitalized in Odisha After Community Feast 0

Key Update A tragic food poisoning incident in Odapur village, located in Odisha’s Koraput district, has resulted in the deaths of five people, with five others currently hospitalised. The deaths occurred within the last five days, all following a community feast held a week ago. Khagapati Gouda, the latest victim, succumbed to the illness on

Dahisar Fake Milk Racket: Toxic Water Sold in Branded Packets 0

Key Update In Dahisar, Mumbai, authorities uncovered a disturbing case of adulteration or a fake milk racket where fraudsters deceived thousands by selling chemical-laced water disguised as genuine milk. They collected used packets from popular milk brands, refilled them with harmful chemicals, detergents, and starch-based solutions, and then resealed the packets to appear authentic. This

Uncooked Noodles Kill Teen in Cairo, Prompt Food Reform Demands 0
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- August 30, 2025
Key Update A 13-year-old boy in Cairo, Egypt, died after eating three packets of uncooked instant noodles, triggering nationwide alarm over the risks of processed foods and viral food trends. He fell sick within 30 minutes, showing symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, and sweating. Medical staff tried to save him, but he died shortly
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Herb Purity in Focus: CSIR- CIMAP researchers Develop AI Tool to Spot Adulteration 0
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- August 30, 2025
Key Update Researchers at the CSIR (Council for Scientific and Industrial Research) and CIMAP (Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants) in Lucknow have pioneered a state-of-the-art AI-driven method to combat food fraud and adulteration in India’s natural medicine industry. Led by senior scientist C.H. Ratnasekhar, the team developed a machine learning-guided metabolomic fingerprinting technique
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Kerala Seizes 4,513L Fake Coconut Oil Under Operation Life 0
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- August 29, 2025
Key Update In intensified operations as part of Operation Life, the Food Safety Department seized 4,513 litres of suspicious coconut oil from seven districts. Health Minister Veena George announced that officials launched the raids after receiving complaints about poor-quality oil. Officials Raid Seven Districts Assistant Food Safety Commissioners led special squads and raided coconut oil
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Saudi Food Authority Shuts 54 Facilities, Blocks Contaminated Poultry Imports 0

NAPI Suggests Weightage Scale Ahead of SC Deadline on Food Labels 0

Viral Video of Painted Jackfruits Sparks Food Safety Alarm 0

FSSAI to Mandate Sugar & Oil Content Display in Restaurants to Combat Obesity 0

5 Dead, 5 Hospitalized in Odisha After Community Feast 0

Dahisar Fake Milk Racket: Toxic Water Sold in Branded Packets 0

Uncooked Noodles Kill Teen in Cairo, Prompt Food Reform Demands 0

Herb Purity in Focus: CSIR- CIMAP researchers Develop AI Tool to Spot Adulteration 0

Kerala Seizes 4,513L Fake Coconut Oil Under Operation Life 0

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