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  • Court Orders UP to Tackle Illegal Garlic Sale in India

    Court Orders UP to Tackle Illegal Garlic Sale in India0

    Introduction On Thursday, September 27, the Allahabad High Court summoned Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) representatives to address the illegal sale of Chinese garlic during a hearing. The case originated from a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by lawyer Moti Lal Yadav in which he raised concerns about the ongoing sale of

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  • Food Safety on Wheels Arrives in Ladakh’s Nubra Valley

    Food Safety on Wheels Arrives in Ladakh’s Nubra Valley0

    Introduction Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has made significant strides in enhancing food safety across India. As part of its ongoing efforts, the Food Safety on Wheels (FSW) team recently conducted a two-day awareness campaign in Nubra Valley, located at an impressive altitude of 17,582 feet, accessible via Khardung La in Ladakh. The

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  • Study Reveals Alarming Mental Distress for Food Allergy Sufferers

    Study Reveals Alarming Mental Distress for Food Allergy Sufferers0

    Introduction Recent research underscores the inadequate psychological support available for individuals coping with food allergies. A study co-led by Aston University highlights the high levels of mental distress among adults with food allergies and caregivers of allergic children, revealing a significant gap in emotional support.  According to the study, 66% of adults with food allergies

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  • Salmonella Outbreaks Trigger Mass Hospitalizations in Vietnam

    Salmonella Outbreaks Trigger Mass Hospitalizations in Vietnam0

    Introduction Almost 550 people were hospitalized in Vietnam earlier this year after a Salmonella outbreak linked to a type of sandwich sold at a bakery. The outbreak occurred in Dong Nai province in May 2024, prompting the Dong Nai Food Safety Department and the Institute of Public Health in Ho Chi Minh City to investigate.

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  • Carcinogenic Ingredients in Cake Samples in Karnataka

    Carcinogenic Ingredients in Cake Samples in Karnataka0

    Introduction The Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department tested 235 cake samples across the State and found carcinogenic elements in 12 of them. Food Safety Commissioner Srinivas K. has issued a warning to bakeries, advising them to avoid using harmful chemicals and colouring agents in cakes. Report Popular cakes like red velvet and black forest

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  • Olive Oil Quality Under Threat

    Olive Oil Quality Under Threat0

    Introduction Extreme weather events drive up global grocery prices, particularly for olive oil due to droughts in the Mediterranean. This situation has led to an increase in fraudulent activities, where low-quality oil is sold as extra virgin. Other affected products include orange juice. Analysis The Guardian revealed through Freedom of Information requests that the European

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