Kerala’s Shawarma Sweep: Major Violations Found in Statewide Raids
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- August 7, 2025
Overview The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall for a brand of coffee grounds across 15 states due to mislabelling as decaffeinated, which could cause “adverse health consequences.” The FDA has alerted individuals who avoid caffeine for health reasons, including hypertension, heart conditions, pregnancy, or specific medications. Affected States in the
READ MOREGlyphosate, a widely used weed killer or a herbicide, is more common in our food than you might think. Found in grains, cereals, and even fruits, its presence has sparked debates about safety. While regulators say small amounts are harmless, some studies link it to health concerns like gut issues and even cancer. So, how
READ MOREReport After the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department (FDA) conducted inspections across Karnataka, idli sales at Bengaluru’s popular darshinis dropped significantly. Customers are increasingly cautious about hygiene, with some specifically asking if cloth is used in the cooking process. Shift in Customer Preferences Breakfast spots in areas like Malleswaram, RT Nagar, and Jayanagar report
READ MOREReport A Lucknow shelter home in Uttar Pradesh failed to ensure food safety and hygiene, leading to the deaths of four orphans with special needs from severe dehydration and diarrhea. For the second consecutive year, authorities hospitalized children from Nirvan Rajkiya Bal Grih Visheshikrit with similar symptoms, highlighting the ongoing risks of food and water
READ MOREReport The government reported on Friday that food safety authorities identified over 1,500 substandard spice samples in the past two years. Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav informed the Lok Sabha that the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) tested 23,898 spice samples during 2022-23 and 2023-24. Officials found
READ MOREFood safety is something we all care about, but there are a lot of myths out there that can lead to unsafe practices in the kitchen. Whether it’s about washing meat, using expiration dates, or storing food, many people unknowingly follow habits that could put their health at risk. In this article, we’ll clear up
READ MOREReport The Upa-Lokayukta of Andhra Pradesh, P. Rajani, has instructed the Commissioner of Food Safety to carry out unannounced inspections of milk dairies, chilling facilities, and suppliers at least once per quarter. This directive, in line with the Food Safety and Standards Act (FSSAI), 2006, aims to combat milk adulteration issues reported across the State.
READ MOREReport Coca-Cola is facing scrutiny after recalling products in the UK and the US due to contamination issues. These include excessive chlorate levels and plastic fragments, with the company acting quickly to protect public health and ensure product quality. UK Recall Due to Chlorate Contamination In the UK, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners recalled select drinks after
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