Have you ever noticed a label that says “irradiated” on a pack of spices or dry fruits and wondered what it means? The word might sound technical or even alarming, but there’s no need to worry. It’s not about nuclear energy or anything dangerous. Food producers use a method called food irradiation to make food
READ MOREReport In a decisive move against substance abuse, Punjab has become the first Indian state to ban the sale of energy drinks in and around schools. The state government issued the ban on Tuesday, aiming to curb caffeine addiction among schoolchildren as part of its broader anti-drug campaign. Government Issues One-Year Ban Dilraj Singh Sandhawalia,
READ MOREReport A shawarma-related food poisoning incident in Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, hospitalised over ten people on Saturday and drew renewed public attention to food safety in the city. The incident intensified scrutiny of eateries and underscored the urgent need for stronger regulatory enforcement. Health Squad Uncovers Widespread Violations Between March 1 and 31, the city corporation’s health
READ MOREIn a disturbing violation of food safety norms, health officials in Kollam city shut down a roadside snack shop near SMP Palace Road after catching workers melting plastic covers from refined palm oil pouches directly into cooking oil used for frying snacks. Inspectors found half-melted plastic at the site and visibly contaminated oil. Migrant workers
READ MOREIndia’s culinary landscape is rich and diverse, with meat playing a central role in many regional dishes. From tender chicken kebabs to spicy mutton curry, meat-based meals are a beloved part of Indian diets. However, growing urbanisation, increasing demand, and the rise of unorganised meat markets have raised an important question: how safe is the
READ MOREReport The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) seized and destroyed 4,810 kg of adulterated paneer worth ₹10.50 lakh in a major raid on Monday morning on the Lucknow-Agra Expressway. Acting on a tip-off, officials intercepted three trucks, suspecting the cargo to be unsafe for consumption. Rapid Tests Reveal Adulteration FSDA’s rapid quality tests confirmed
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