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    • Food Fail: Top Restaurant Chains in Lucknow Flunk Safety Tests

      Food Fail: Top Restaurant Chains in Lucknow Flunk Safety Tests0

      Report In a major crackdown on food safety violations, authorities in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, found 36 food samples from 12 leading restaurant chains substandard.  According to media reports, outlets of brands like KFC, McDonald’s, Subway, Pizza Hut, Haldiram’s, Barista, and Domino’s failed multiple food safety tests. The Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA),

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    • FSSAI Tightens Rules: Stricter Standards, Simpler GST, Says Minister

      FSSAI Tightens Rules: Stricter Standards, Simpler GST, Says Minister0

      Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plans to raise the bar on food safety regulations and penalise companies that fail to comply. Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan announced the move on May 16 at the News18 Powering Bharat Summit. “FSSAI monitors food products, and we’re working to match

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    • Frying Isn’t Enough: Detoxify Cassava for a Healthier Choice

      Frying Isn’t Enough: Detoxify Cassava for a Healthier Choice0

      Authors: Sunitha Poulose & Kochurani Abraham Cassava is a widely consumed staple, valued for its high carbohydrate content and versatility. It serves as a key dietary source in countries like India, Brazil, and parts of Africa, where it is prepared in various forms, from boiled dishes to crispy snacks. Beyond food, cassava is also processed

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    • Hidden Booze in Your Chocolates? FDA Cracks Down on Imported Treats

      Hidden Booze in Your Chocolates? FDA Cracks Down on Imported Treats0

      Report The  Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) Department has started collecting samples of imported chocolates from across Karnataka amid concerns over undisclosed alcohol content in these products. According to media reports, many popular imported chocolates often lack clear labels warning consumers—especially children—about their alcohol content. Focus on Clear Alcohol Disclosure in Labels The department’s

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    • Shiny Apples & Plastic Vegatables? Busting Food Myths That Won’t Die

      Shiny Apples & Plastic Vegatables? Busting Food Myths That Won’t Die0

      Don’t Believe Every Viral Post You See Social media churns out a steady stream of bizarre claims and half-truths about food. In an age where food influences lifestyle choices, these posts often trigger unnecessary fear. Two persistent rumours that still circulate widely are about the wax coating on apples and so-called “plastic vegetables.” Let’s clear

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    • Vande Bharat Food Scare: Kochi Canteen Sealed, Probe Begins

      Vande Bharat Food Scare: Kochi Canteen Sealed, Probe Begins0

      Report Kochi Corporation sealed a private railway catering facility in Kadavanthra after health officials found unhygienic and contaminated food meant for several trains, including the Vande Bharat Express. A surprise inspection exposed serious lapses in food safety and sanitation. Following the raid, both Kochi Corporation and the Railway authorities launched a formal inquiry to determine

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