FSSAI Mandates Safe Temperatures for Perishable Foods
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- October 19, 2026
Food Manifest Overview Milma is investigating complaints about a strong, unpleasant odor in its packaged milk across the Kasaragod district. Some consumers have likened the smell to kerosene. The issue surfaced after the Mavungal dairy, located near Kanhangad, distributed milk on Saturday. Complaints continued until Monday, with consumers reporting a strange smell when boiling it and an
READ MOREHealth Crisis in Amalner Due to Contaminated Water Kohinoor Khatik fell ill with vomiting and diarrhea earlier this month and received a diagnosis of a water-borne illness from a doctor. Her husband, Jalil, spent Rs 800 on medicines. They blame poor sanitation in their neighborhood in Maharashtra’s Jalgaon district for the frequent illnesses, particularly the
READ MOREIndia’s vibrant food culture is enriched with traditional fermented foods that have been passed down through generations. Curd (yogurt), idli, dosa, pickles, and fermented roti are not only delicious but also offer numerous health benefits, such as improving digestion and supporting gut health. However, despite their cultural significance, improper preparation and storage of these foods
READ MOREOverview Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati have studied Panitenga, a traditional fermented food from Assam, to identify bacteria with useful industrial properties. They prepare Panitenga by fermenting mustard seeds with sour extracts from tamarind, mangosteen, or lime juice. After forming the mixture into dough and wrapping it in banana leaves, they
READ MOREOverview To meet the growing demand for healthier, low-calorie drinks, Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are expanding their no-sugar offerings to compete with Reliance Consumer’s Campa. Both companies have introduced ₹10 packs for their diet and light beverages, including Thums Up X Force, Coke Zero, Sprite Zero, and Pepsi No-Sugar. This move highlights the increasing consumer focus
READ MOREReport Authorities have temporarily closed four hostels at Aluva U.C. College after several students fell ill with symptoms of vomiting and extreme weakness. Around 25 students have experienced physical weakness in recent days, prompting immediate action from the college administration and health officials. Water Contamination and Food Poisoning Under Investigation The U.C. College hostel receives
READ MOREIn today’s food industry, consumers rely heavily on food labels to make informed decisions about what they are eating. However, issues like food misbranding and mislabelling are becoming increasingly prevalent, leading to concerns about consumer safety, transparency, and trust in food products. Both misbranding and mislabelling pose significant risks not only to the health of
READ MOREReport The Telangana Food Safety Commissioner’s Task Force inspected Subbayya Gari Hotel in Kondapur and identified several violations. Officials found that the hotel lacked an FSSAI license and maintained unhygienic kitchen conditions, including broken flooring and clogged drains. They also observed that food waste was not removed regularly, staff handled food without headcaps or gloves,
READ MOREOverview In a campaign targeting food vendors using spoiled and inferior ingredients, the Food Safety Teams in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Mohali have collected 15 samples and issued five challans over the last three days, according to Deputy Commissioner Komal Mittal. Mittal explained that after officials discovered decayed vegetables and poor hygiene in
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