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- August 5, 2025
Freezing is a convenient and effective way to preserve food, allowing it to stay safe and fresh for longer periods. By slowing down bacterial growth, freezing helps prevent spoilage and keeps food edible for months. However, it’s important to note that freezing doesn’t kill bacteria; it merely pauses their growth. Once frozen food thaws, bacteria
READ MOREReport The government informed a parliamentary standing committee that it cannot expand the roster for free monthly food assistance until the next population census is completed, despite the increasing population. As a result, many impoverished households remain excluded from the welfare system. Food Ministry’s Response In response to the committee’s questions, the food ministry revealed
READ MOREOverview The Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Kasaragod has fined a shop owner and a manufacturer for selling pickles containing excessive levels of chemicals beyond the permissible limit. The court found excess benzoate in mango pickles purchased from Metro Retailers in Kasaragod city. Fines Imposed The court fined M. Nimesh and C.H. Mushir, the owners
READ MOREReport A 13-year-old student, Kerlang from Meghalaya, tragically died on Sunday from suspected food poisoning in Malavalli, Mandya district, Karnataka. Several others fell ill, prompting health and law enforcement agencies to launch an investigation. The Feast and Its Aftermath The business community in Malavalli, primarily consisting of individuals from Rajasthan, hosted a feast following the
READ MOREFruits are a staple in our diet, packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and natural sweetness. But have you ever wondered how some fruits are available year-round, looking perfectly ripe even when they’re out of season? To meet market demands and speed up ripening, some producers resort to artificial methods—one of the most concerning being the
READ MOREReport In response to reports of epidemic outbreaks in various parts of the district, a public health committee convened in Kochi on Thursday and resolved to strengthen inspections. Health officials confirmed that the committee will rigorously enforce public health regulations to improve epidemic prevention and management. District Panchayat President Manoj Moothedan emphasized that alongside awareness
READ MOREReport The U.S. government is moving toward banning artificial colour additives or food dyes to enhance consumer safety. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. informed industry executives on Monday that the ban would take effect before his term ends. ABC News reported this development, citing an internal memo. Meeting with Industry Leaders
READ MOREReport Mumbai: BJP MLA Vikram Pachpute has called for a ban on analogue cheese and paneer in Maharashtra, citing serious food safety risks. Speaking in the state assembly, he warned that these synthetic substitutes—made from vegetable oils, starches, and emulsifiers instead of milk—could lead to severe health issues, including cancer and liver cirrhosis. Lack of
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