Maharashtra Issues SOP to Tackle Mid-Day Meal Food Poisoning
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- August 4, 2025
Report The Food Safety Department in the Alappuzha district, Kerala has been actively monitoring food quality and enforcing labelling regulations to ensure public health safety. Recent inspections uncovered substandard products and incorrect labelling, leading to fines and corrective actions. Fines Imposed for Substandard RCM Salt and Incorrect Labeling During a routine inspection, laboratory tests revealed
READ MOREReport The Bombay High Court has ruled in favour of allowing criminal action against Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Private Limited (HCCB) over allegations of selling contaminated drinks. Context of the Case The case stems from a 2001 inspection by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Jalna district, Maharashtra. The FDA reported finding fibrous substances and
READ MOREInspection Findings in Arambham, Madhapur, Hyderabad Food safety inspectors in Arambham, Madhapur, Hyderabad discovered expired besan flour and food items worth ₹21,893 that violated labelling regulations. The inspectors observed that the establishment did not display the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) license in a prominent location. Additionally, they found poorly maintained refrigerators
READ MOREFood traceability refers to the process of tracking and documenting the movement of food products from their origin to consumption. This system allows businesses, authorities, and consumers to trace the entire journey of food items through every stage of the supply chain, including production, processing, packaging, and distribution. In an increasingly globalized food system, traceability
READ MOREReport An eight-year-old girl died late Monday night, just hours after she and 34 other students from a government-funded residential school in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, were hospitalized due to suspected food poisoning. Early Monday morning, students at Rukhmini Ashram School in Dhanora village reported stomach aches and nausea. By morning, 35 students were taken to
READ MOREOverview Scientists at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, Hyderabad, have developed a portable gadget that swiftly detects pesticide residues on fruits, vegetables, and water. This innovation eliminates the need for the traditional, time-consuming process of converting produce into juice for testing. Affordable IoT-Enabled Pesticide Testing The compact microfluidic device identifies organophosphorus
READ MOREArtificial sweeteners have become widely adopted in the food and beverage markets, with manufacturers promoting them as healthier alternatives to sugar. People commonly use these sweeteners in diet sodas, protein bars, baked goods, and “sugar-free” snacks. These sweeteners serve as key ingredients in foods designed to reduce calories and support weight management. However, as their
READ MOREOverview Atim Singh, a Noida resident, purchased protein supplements from a well-known brand through an online platform. However, after consuming the product, he became severely ill, suffering from stomach and liver issues, along with skin eruptions on his face, police reported. Suspicious about the product’s authenticity, Singh filed a complaint with the Noida Police on
READ MOREOverview Four students from the Tribal Girls Welfare Hostel in Saipur, Vikarabad, Telangana, fell ill due to suspected food poisoning after eating at the hostel on Tuesday. Medical staff quickly treated the affected students at a government hospital. “The girls reported stomach pain, vomiting, and general discomfort,” said SP K. Narayana Reddy, according to TNIE.
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