How Easy Is It to Phase Out Artificial Food Dyes in India?
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 7, 2026
Food Manifest Report Thiruvananthapuram: The district food safety department organized an ‘Eat Right’ walkathon on Saturday, following the guidelines of the National Health and Family Welfare Department. District Collector Anu Kumari flagged off the event, which started from Kowdiar Park and ended at Kanakakunnu Palace. The initiative aimed to promote the ‘Eat Right India’ campaign, highlighting disease
READ MOREReport On Friday in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court permitted AR Dairy Food Private Limited to resume operations for all its units, except those manufacturing ghee and skimmed milk powder. FSSAI License Suspension Sparks Legal Challenge Justice V. Lakshminarayanan issued the interim order in response to a petition from
READ MORENon-stick cookware has revolutionized modern cooking, making it easier to prepare meals with minimal oil and effortless cleaning. However, concerns about potential health risks have led many to question its safety. The primary issue lies in the materials used for the non-stick coating, particularly PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) and its earlier association with PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid). Additionally,
READ MOREReport The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has ordered bakeries, hotels, eateries, and roadside vendors to stop using wood and charcoal and switch to cleaner fuel alternatives by July 8. Officials have warned of strict action against those who fail to comply. Politicians and Bakers Oppose the Ban Several political leaders and industry representatives argue that
READ MOREReport The district administration has mandated strict food safety compliance for food business operators during this year’s Attukal Pongala festival in March in Thiruvananthapuram. Hotels and restaurants must prominently display their food safety licence or registration. Additionally, hotel staff must carry their medical fitness certificates for inspections. Mandatory Training for Food Vendors The Food Safety
READ MOREReport The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)’s Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health released a study emphasizing India’s urgent need to shift from trans fats to healthier edible oils. The report, ‘Roadmap for Replacing Trans-Fats with Healthy Edible Oil in India,’ was presented at a national stakeholder meeting aimed
READ MOREReport The Health Department inspectors from the Pallikkunnu Zone Corporation were shocked to find improper food storage at a roadside shop near Payyambalam Beach, Kannur. The shop, lacking an electricity connection, used a non-functional refrigerator filled with blocks of ice to store food. When customers arrived, the staff heated and served the food. This alarming
READ MORETitanium dioxide (TiO₂) is a common white pigment that manufacturers use in everyday products like candies, ice cream, salad dressings, and even frozen pizzas. It brightens and enhances the appearance of food, but growing concerns have emerged about its safety in consumption. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves its use in small amounts,
READ MOREAuthors: Sunitha Poulose, Athira D, Biya V. Jomon Introduction No one wants to take a spoonful of yoghurt only to find mould and have the moment ruined. Moisture-rich foods like yoghurt are more likely to get mould and yeast contamination. One such yeast, Robbauera albescens, from the Debaryomycetaceae family, is a growing concern. While harmless
READ MORE