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Jabalpur Wheat Scam: Soil and Stones Mixed in Government Grain 0

Overview Officials in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, uncovered a major food safety breach when they busted a wheat adulteration racket. Investigators found that warehouse operators had mixed soil, stones, and other impurities with wheat and sold it to the government under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme for the 2025–26 Rabi season. The racketeers stored this

Don’t Get Fooled by Plastic Chips! Try These Quick Home Tests 0

Report With rising concerns about food adulteration, it’s crucial to know what you’re eating—especially when it comes to fried snacks like chips. Social media has fueled fears of so-called “plastic chips,” supposedly containing synthetic materials. While some of these claims are exaggerated, it’s wise to stay cautious, especially when buying from unknown sources. Here’s how

Functional Foods: Eating with a Purpose for Better Health 0

Many people today face health problems caused by poor diet, stress, and lack of physical activity. Common issues like obesity, heart disease, and digestive disorders are on the rise. To fight these problems, we need more than just basic nutrition—we need foods that support overall health. Functional foods offer a simple, natural solution. These are

Why Indian Milk Tastes Better”: American Woman Sparks Dairy Debate Online 0

Report Kristen Fischer, an American expat who moved to India in 2021, recently posted a video comparing milk varieties in the U.S. and India. Her casual food comparison quickly sparked a wider conversation about food safety, taste, and nutrition. Kristen pointed out that U.S. milk typically includes low-fat options, ranging from skim to 3.5% fat

Chennai Girl Hospitalised After Glass Found in Sealed Boba Drink 0

Child Injured After Consuming Contaminated Drink In Chennai, a young girl was hospitalised after she bit into a shard of glass hidden in a sealed boba drink. Her mother had purchased the drink on April 27 from the Frozen Bottle outlet in Thoraipakkam. Mistaking the shard for an ice cube, the girl put it in

The Safety and Financial Risks of Adulterated Grains 0

Authors: Sunitha Poulose, Kochurani Abraham, & Linda Joise George Introduction Food sellers and suppliers often adulterate essential staples like rice, wheat, and pulses to meet rising demand and outpace competition. They mix in crushed stones, sand, or plastic beads to increase weight or volume. Some even spray water to make grains heavier. These harmful practices

Srinagar Watermelons Safe, Confirms J&K Food Safety Dept 0
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- May 24, 2025
Viral Video Triggers Public Concern The Jammu and Kashmir Drug and Food Safety Department confirmed that watermelons sold in Srinagar markets are safe to consume, putting to rest public fears over artificial colouring and pesticide contamination. A viral video posted last week by an RTI activist showed a red stain appearing on tissue paper after
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Filthy Train Pantry Expose Indian Railway Hygiene Lapses 0
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- May 24, 2025
Report Unhygienic conditions continue to plague train pantry services in the railway, despite ongoing public outrage and multiple complaints. Media reports have exposed alarming visuals from trains that reveal blatant violations of food safety and sanitation rules. Investigators accessed footage showing a pantry worker spitting inside a train coach after chewing what appears to be
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Widespread Violations Found in Kozhikode Food Spot Checks 0
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- May 24, 2025
Officials Target Unsanitary Kitchens Across Kozhikode The Food Safety Department has launched a surprise crackdown on food outlets across Kozhikode, revealing widespread hygiene violations in restaurants, cool bars, and bakeries. Acting on confidential complaints, officials inspected establishments in Kozhikode North, Kozhikode South, Vellayil, Kunnamangalam, and Cherooppa. Authorities Shut Down Eight Restaurants Officials shut down eight
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Jabalpur Wheat Scam: Soil and Stones Mixed in Government Grain 0

Don’t Get Fooled by Plastic Chips! Try These Quick Home Tests 0

Functional Foods: Eating with a Purpose for Better Health 0

Why Indian Milk Tastes Better”: American Woman Sparks Dairy Debate Online 0

Chennai Girl Hospitalised After Glass Found in Sealed Boba Drink 0

The Safety and Financial Risks of Adulterated Grains 0

Srinagar Watermelons Safe, Confirms J&K Food Safety Dept 0

Filthy Train Pantry Expose Indian Railway Hygiene Lapses 0

Widespread Violations Found in Kozhikode Food Spot Checks 0

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