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Microplastics Risk: Madras High Court Urges Centre to Act 0

Key Update Expressing concern over the health risks posed by microplastics in food and water packaged in plastic containers, a special division bench of the Madras High Court on Friday urged the Centre to mandate warning labels on such products. Impact on Pregnant Women and Future Generations The bench, comprising Justices N. Sathish Kumar and

Highway Motel Licence Suspended for Poor Hygiene 0

Key Development Authorities have suspended the food safety licence of a highway motel in Thulukkapatti, along the Madurai–Tirunelveli national highway in Tamil Nadu, due to poor hygiene in kitchens. Inspection Reveals Poor Hygiene Following a tip-off, S. Mariappan, Virudhunagar district Food Safety Designated Officer, inspected the motel on Thursday. He found that the motel lacked

Why Apples Turn Brown After Cutting — And What It Means for Food Safety 0

Have you ever cut an apple, left it on the counter for a few minutes, and noticed it slowly turning brown? Many people immediately assume that this colour change means the apple has gone bad or is unsafe to eat. In reality, the browning of apples is a natural chemical reaction called enzymatic browning—it’s not

Suspected Food Poisoning at Ernakulam Care Home Leaves Three Dead 0

Key Development Suspected food poisoning led to the deaths of three inmates at a care home in Ernakulam district within a week, according to the Health Department. The Directorate of Health Services recorded the incident in the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP), making it one of the few officially documented food poisoning–related deaths in Kerala.

Infant Formula Under Scrutiny After 36 UK Infants Fall Ill 0

Key Update At least 36 infants in the UK have reported suspected food poisoning, following the recall of specific baby formula batches produced by Nestlé and Danone due to cereulide contamination. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said it received clinical notifications of infants showing vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal cramps, symptoms consistent with

Midday Meal Triggers Illness Among 50 Schoolchildren in Bidar 0

Key Update Around 50 students of a government primary school in Jamlapur village of Aurad taluk, Bidar district of Karnataka, were rushed to a government hospital on Tuesday after they complained of uneasiness following the consumption of the midday meal. Of the 50 students taken to the Aurad Taluk Hospital for observation, 20 developed severe

Thiruvananthapuram to Host Eat Right Kerala Food Safety Event on Feb 6 0
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- February 5, 2026
Key Development To strengthen food safety awareness and promote healthier eating habits, the food safety department will organise a state-level programme titled ‘Eat Right Kerala: Safe Food for Better Life’ in Thiruvananthapuram on February 6. Health Minister to Launch Key Initiatives Health Minister Veena George will inaugurate the event at the Central Stadium. As part
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More Like Cigarettes Than Food? Why UPFs Are Under Fire 0
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- February 5, 2026
Key Update A new research paper says ultra-processed foods (UPFs) share more similarities with cigarettes than with fruits or vegetables and need far stricter regulation. Researchers from Harvard University, the University of Michigan, and Duke University argue that manufacturers design both products to drive addiction and overconsumption. How UPFs Drive Excess Consumption UPFs include industrially
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WHO Urges Schools Worldwide to Clean Up What Children Eat 0
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- February 5, 2026
Key Update The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released a new global guideline urging countries to create healthier food environments in schools. For the first time, the organisation recommends a whole-school approach to ensure that all food and beverages available on school premises meet nutritional standards. Rising Malnutrition Concerns Prompt Action WHO issued the guideline
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Microplastics Risk: Madras High Court Urges Centre to Act 0

Highway Motel Licence Suspended for Poor Hygiene 0

Why Apples Turn Brown After Cutting — And What It Means for Food Safety 0

Suspected Food Poisoning at Ernakulam Care Home Leaves Three Dead 0

Infant Formula Under Scrutiny After 36 UK Infants Fall Ill 0

Midday Meal Triggers Illness Among 50 Schoolchildren in Bidar 0

Thiruvananthapuram to Host Eat Right Kerala Food Safety Event on Feb 6 0

More Like Cigarettes Than Food? Why UPFs Are Under Fire 0

WHO Urges Schools Worldwide to Clean Up What Children Eat 0

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