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Hotpot Horror: Worker Caught Collecting Waste Oil in China 0

Key Update A hotpot restaurant in southwest China faced widespread backlash after a viral video showed one of its workers collecting used oil from a roadside rubbish bin. The clip, filmed on August 18, captured the woman in full restaurant uniform as she ladled oil from a swill bin into a plastic bucket — leading

India’s Organic Food Market to Hit $10.81 Billion by 2033 0

Key Update India’s organic food market is set to grow at a CAGR of 20.13%, reaching $10.81 billion by 2033, according to experts at the Fi India and ProPak India trade shows. Strong regulations, rising health awareness, and innovation in food processing are fueling this growth. FSSAI Drives Stricter Standards Dr. Meenakshi Singh, Chief Scientist

Vishal Mega Mart Fined Rs 1 Lakh for Selling Expired Food in Odisha 0

Customer Spots Expired Bhujia, Manager Denies Complaint Food safety officials in Rayagada, Odisha, imposed a Rs 1 lakh fine on Vishal Mega Mart on Monday after finding expired food items for sale at the store. The action followed a complaint from customer Sangram Patnaik, who discovered a packet of bhujia purchased on May 14 had

Urea in Milk? Kerala Steps Up Border Inspections 0

Key Update With Onam driving a surge in milk demand, the Kerala government has intensified border inspections to block adulterated milk from entering the state. The Dairy Development and Food Safety Departments are jointly enforcing strict quality checks at major entry points. Milk arrivals have nearly doubled in the lead-up to Onam, raising concerns about

What Are Biogenic Amines and Why Should You Care About Them?0

Have you ever wondered why certain foods like cheese, fish, or sausages sometimes have a strong, sharp smell — or why eating them can occasionally trigger headaches or allergic reactions? The secret behind this lies in tiny natural chemicals called biogenic amines. These compounds form during food spoilage or fermentation and can have a big

FSSAI Updates: Quality Standards for Dehydrated Tarragon and Powdered Form 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has set official quality standards for dehydrated tarragon—both in whole and powdered forms—under the First Amendment to the Food Products Standards and Food Additives Regulations, 2025. These new standards will take effect on February 1, 2026. For the first time, FSSAI has defined quality

1,965 Liters of Fake Coconut Oil Seized Ahead of Onam 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Health & Wellness, News
- September 3, 2025
Key Update As part of Operation Nalikera, the Food Safety Department launched a one-day district-wide inspection to curb the sale of fake coconut oil during Onam. During the drive, officials seized 1,965 liters of adulterated oil. At a godown in Cherumukku, Tirurangadi (Malappuram), they confiscated 735 liters of oil. Officials sent all samples to laboratories
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Delhi Schools Gear Up to Educate Kids on Processed Foods and Health 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 3, 2025
Key Update The Delhi government directed all government, aided, and recognised private schools to actively educate students about processed foods, food safety, and the risks of unhealthy diets. In a recent circular, the Directorate of Education asked schools to proactively raise students’ awareness of both the benefits and drawbacks of processed foods. Delhi schools must
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Kolkata Woman Flags Tainted Baby Formula from Big Basket 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 2, 2025
Key Update A woman in Kolkata has accused online grocery platform Big Basket of delivering contaminated formula milk for her 4.5-month-old infant, raising serious concerns over safety and hygiene in online food deliveries. After receiving the formula milk through the app, the mother, identified as Sneha, opened the sealed container and immediately detected a strong
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Hotpot Horror: Worker Caught Collecting Waste Oil in China 0

India’s Organic Food Market to Hit $10.81 Billion by 2033 0

Vishal Mega Mart Fined Rs 1 Lakh for Selling Expired Food in Odisha 0

Urea in Milk? Kerala Steps Up Border Inspections 0

What Are Biogenic Amines and Why Should You Care About Them?0

FSSAI Updates: Quality Standards for Dehydrated Tarragon and Powdered Form 0

1,965 Liters of Fake Coconut Oil Seized Ahead of Onam 0

Delhi Schools Gear Up to Educate Kids on Processed Foods and Health 0

Kolkata Woman Flags Tainted Baby Formula from Big Basket 0

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