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Court Fines for Excessive Benzoate in Pickles 0

Overview The Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Kasaragod has fined a shop owner and a manufacturer for selling pickles containing excessive levels of chemicals beyond the permissible limit. The court found excess benzoate in mango pickles purchased from Metro Retailers in Kasaragod city. Fines Imposed The court fined M. Nimesh and C.H. Mushir, the owners

Tragic Death from Food Poisoning in Mandya: Investigation Ongoing 0

Report A 13-year-old student, Kerlang from Meghalaya, tragically died on Sunday from suspected food poisoning in Malavalli, Mandya district, Karnataka. Several others fell ill, prompting health and law enforcement agencies to launch an investigation. The Feast and Its Aftermath The business community in Malavalli, primarily consisting of individuals from Rajasthan, hosted a feast following the

The Dangers of Calcium Carbide in Ripening Fruits 0

Fruits are a staple in our diet, packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and natural sweetness. But have you ever wondered how some fruits are available year-round, looking perfectly ripe even when they’re out of season? To meet market demands and speed up ripening, some producers resort to artificial methods—one of the most concerning being the

India’s Per Capita Food Waste Below Global Average 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- March 14, 2025
Report India’s food wastage per capita stood at 55 kg annually in 2022, significantly lower than the global average of 79 kg per person per year, according to the UNEP Food Waste Index Report 2024. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched initiatives like the “Save Food Share Food” campaign, encouraging
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Intensified Health Inspections in Kochi over Hepatitis A and Dengue Fears 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 14, 2025
Report In response to reports of epidemic outbreaks in various parts of the district, a public health committee convened in Kochi on Thursday and resolved to strengthen inspections. Health officials confirmed that the committee will rigorously enforce public health regulations to improve epidemic prevention and management. District Panchayat President Manoj Moothedan emphasized that alongside awareness
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U.S. Plans to Ban Artificial Food Dyes for Consumer Safety 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- March 14, 2025
Report The U.S. government is moving toward banning artificial colour additives or food dyes to enhance consumer safety. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. informed industry executives on Monday that the ban would take effect before his term ends. ABC News reported this development, citing an internal memo. Meeting with Industry Leaders
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Maharashtra Assembly Seeks Ban on Analogue Cheese and Paneer 0

Report Mumbai: BJP MLA Vikram Pachpute has called for a ban on analogue cheese and paneer in Maharashtra, citing serious food safety risks. Speaking in the state assembly, he warned that these synthetic substitutes—made from vegetable oils, starches, and emulsifiers instead of milk—could lead to severe health issues, including cancer and liver cirrhosis. Lack of

Indian Railways Ensures Menu Display, Enhances Food Safety 0

Report Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced in the Lok Sabha that displaying food menus and price lists on trains is now mandatory. The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has uploaded the complete menu and rates on its website for easy passenger access. Waiters carry printed menu cards and present them to passengers upon

GHMC Cracks Down on Illegal Fruit Ripening 0

Report With the mango season approaching, food safety officials from the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) launched a special operation at Moazzam Jahi Market (MJ Market) on Wednesday to check for the illegal use of carbide in fruit ripening. Strict Action Against Violators GHMC food safety officers, along with lab technicians, the assistant food controller,

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Court Fines for Excessive Benzoate in Pickles 0

Tragic Death from Food Poisoning in Mandya: Investigation Ongoing 0

The Dangers of Calcium Carbide in Ripening Fruits 0

Intensified Health Inspections in Kochi over Hepatitis A and Dengue Fears 0

U.S. Plans to Ban Artificial Food Dyes for Consumer Safety 0

Maharashtra Assembly Seeks Ban on Analogue Cheese and Paneer 0

Indian Railways Ensures Menu Display, Enhances Food Safety 0

GHMC Cracks Down on Illegal Fruit Ripening 0

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