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Beyond Sweetness: The Many Roles of Sugar in Food 0

Sugar is one of the most common ingredients in our kitchens, often associated with sweetness and desserts. But in the world of food science, sugar plays many roles beyond satisfying our sweet tooth. From preserving foods and improving texture to enhancing flavour and supporting fermentation, sugar is an essential ingredient that contributes to the quality,

Mangaluru Street Food Crackdown: MSG Seized, Banned Colours Flagged 0

Key Update The Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) has stepped up its food safety enforcement drive, uncovering multiple violations at street food stalls across the city. The inspections, aimed at protecting public health, resulted in the seizure of prohibited ingredients and penalties for vendors violating food safety regulations. MSG Seized from Street Food Stalls During an

Buying Sweets in Pune? You May No Longer See Best-Before Dates 0

Key Update The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has intensified inspections across Pune under the “Safe Food, Safe Drug, Safe Maharashtra” campaign and a newly launched online grievance portal. However, many sweet shops no longer display best-before dates or even price tags on loose sweets, making it harder for consumers to assess their freshness, quality,

FSSAI Suspends Westend Agro Products Over Label Fraud 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has suspended the licence of Westend Agro Products Pvt. Ltd. after uncovering serious food safety violations during an inspection of its manufacturing premises. Officials Uncover Relabelling and Misleading Claims FSSAI launched the inspection after receiving a complaint alleging the alteration of manufacturing and packing

Hyderabad Food Unit Raided; 110 kg of Sev, 40 Litres of Cooking Oil Seized 0

Key Update The Commissionerate of Food Safety raided a food manufacturing unit in Karmanghat, Hyderabad, and seized 110 kg of sev and 40 litres of cooking oil after uncovering multiple violations of food safety regulations. The enforcement action followed an inspection at Ashoksingh Foods, where officials found the unit operating in breach of licensing requirements.

Clearer Labels Ahead: FSSAI Mandates Exact Coffee and Chicory Ratios on Packaging 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a new regulatory directive to boost transparency across the coffee market. The agency now requires manufacturers of packaged coffee-chicory blends to clearly display the exact percentage of coffee and chicory on the Principal Display Panel (PDP), the front of the package. The

Upgrade Your Stop: Major Food Brands Land at Kerala Railway Stations 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 25, 2026
Overview & Primary Objective Southern Railway is revamping platform catering across Kerala to address long-standing passenger concerns regarding food hygiene, quality, and foodborne illnesses. By partnering with established national and international food brands, the railways are providing clean, standardised dining options alongside traditional stalls. Key Initiatives & Updates Expanding Successful Pilots: Following positive responses to
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Kochi Food Safety Drive: ₹26 Lakh in Fines, Cases Over Unsafe Chilli Powder 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 25, 2026
Key Update The Food Safety Department has collected ₹26 lakh in fines from 191 food business operators during an enforcement drive across Kochi to improve compliance with food safety regulations. Since April 2026, food safety officials have carried out 1,173 inspections at food manufacturing units, distribution and sales establishments, hotels, restaurants, roadside eateries, and retail
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Animal Fat Allegations Put Malappuram Mandi Under Scanner 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, General, Health & Wellness, News
- July 24, 2026
Key Update Municipal authorities in Tirurangadi in Malapuram have uncovered multiple food safety violations during an enforcement drive, including the alleged use of animal fat in mandi, unhygienic food preparation, and the sale of stale food. Officials issued notices to several establishments and ordered the closure of one canteen until further notice. Inspection Finds Animal
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Beyond Sweetness: The Many Roles of Sugar in Food 0

Mangaluru Street Food Crackdown: MSG Seized, Banned Colours Flagged 0

Buying Sweets in Pune? You May No Longer See Best-Before Dates 0

FSSAI Suspends Westend Agro Products Over Label Fraud 0

Hyderabad Food Unit Raided; 110 kg of Sev, 40 Litres of Cooking Oil Seized 0

Clearer Labels Ahead: FSSAI Mandates Exact Coffee and Chicory Ratios on Packaging 0

Upgrade Your Stop: Major Food Brands Land at Kerala Railway Stations 0

Kochi Food Safety Drive: ₹26 Lakh in Fines, Cases Over Unsafe Chilli Powder 0

Animal Fat Allegations Put Malappuram Mandi Under Scanner 0

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