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Karnataka FDA Flags Widespread Safety Violations in Water, Food & Drugs 0

Report In a major public health alert, the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) in Karnataka found 95 out of 255 bottled water samples unsafe and 88 substandard during inspections held in February and March. These tests were part of a statewide drive, during which officials collected 296 bottled water samples. Authorities are still analyzing

Workshop on Food Safety Laws: Learn Key Standards in Two Days 0

Organizers The BioNEST Incubation Centre at CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), in collaboration with the International Training Centre for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (ITCFSAN) of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), is hosting a two-day workshop on “Food Safety and Standard Laws” on April 24 and 25. What to Expect

Why Disinfection is the Key to Ensuring Food Safety and Quality 0

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April 8, 2025

Food safety is essential to protect consumers from foodborne illnesses, and disinfection plays a vital role in this process. While sanitization reduces harmful microorganisms to safe levels, disinfection goes further by eliminating these germs. This is particularly important in food preparation areas, where pathogens like Salmonella, E. coli, and Norovirus can cause serious health risks

KFC Strengthens Food Safety in Kerala with India Sahyog Program 0
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- April 8, 2025
Report KFC has launched its India Sahyog Program in Kerala after successfully supporting over 1,100 restaurants in Mumbai, Delhi, and Hyderabad. The program began in Thiruvananthapuram, providing training to more than 100 local restaurants on food safety, hygiene, customer service, and profitability. Recognition from Authorities State Food Safety Commissioner Afsana Parveen praised KFC’s efforts, noting
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Court Halts Aquapeya Operations After Bisleri Lawsuit 0
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- April 8, 2025
Report The Bombay High Court has ordered Aquapeya, a packaged water brand that raised Rs 70 lakh from Shark Tank judges Namita Thapar and Ritesh Agarwal, to immediately stop manufacturing and selling its products. The order follows a lawsuit filed by Bisleri International. Bisleri, the market leader in India’s packaged water sector, filed a lawsuit
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NSF Launches PFAS-Free Certification for Safer Products 0
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- April 8, 2025
Report NSF has introduced Certification Guideline 537, ensuring non-food compounds and food equipment materials are free from harmful PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as “forever chemicals.” These substances, used for their water- and stain-resistant properties, are linked to serious health risks like cancer and liver disease. Key Features of Certification Guideline 537 Evidence-Based:
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