Report Ravi Bedi, a patron of Sagar Gaire Restaurant in Ujjain, was left horrified when he found a dead cockroach in his Paneer Tikka Sandwich. The discovery led to an immediate complaint to the city’s food department. In response to Bedi’s complaint, food safety inspectors raided the restaurant and seized the contaminated sandwich for further
READ MOREReport The Ganga River in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, a revered spiritual site, suffers from severe pollution. During the Maha Kumbh Mela, where over 50 crore people bathed in the Ganges, a government agency detected dangerously high levels of ‘faecal coliform’ bacteria. On Monday, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT)
READ MOREReport The Telangana Food Safety Department conducted a state-wide inspection of government hospital canteens and kitchens on Monday to enforce hygiene and food safety regulations. Food Safety Officers inspected 19 hospitals, including MNJ Cancer Hospital, Niloufer Hospital, Government Chest Hospital, Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital, and MGM Hospital in Warangal. Training and Compliance Checks Officials educated
READ MOREReport On January 14, the Quaker Oats Company recalled two-pound boxes of Pearl Milling Company’s Original Pancake & Waffle Mix after discovering an undeclared milk allergen. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall as a Class I recall, the highest risk level. FDA’s Recall Classification System The FDA categorizes recalls into three
READ MOREReheating leftovers is a common practice, but some foods can become toxic when reheated. While it may seem harmless, reheating certain dishes can create toxins, alter the nutritional value, and lead to health issues. Foods like mushrooms, chicken, spinach, and rice, for example, can pose significant risks. Reheating mushrooms can cause stomach upset, while chicken
READ MOREIndia’s food market is one of the largest and most diverse in the world, and with an ever-growing consumer base, there is an increasing demand for safe, high-quality food products. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plays a critical role in safeguarding public health by regulating food safety. It ensures that food
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