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FSSAI Acts on Viral Food Complaints: Nestle Maggi, KFC, Open Secret Under Lens 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- June 15, 2026
Significant Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has intensified its monitoring of consumer complaints shared on social media. In response to multiple viral posts alleging hygiene lapses and possible contamination, the regulator has issued notices to several food business operators, including Nestlé India, a KFC outlet in Andhra Pradesh, snack brand
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FSSAI Issues Notices to 14 Food Brands Over Allegedly Misleading Claims 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 15, 2026
FSSAI Tightens Oversight of Food Labels Food labels and product claims help consumers make informed decisions. As more consumers seek products marketed as “healthy,” c” “vegan,” and “zero maida,” food companies increasingly use these terms to attract buyers. To ensure that such claims remain accurate and transparent, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
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Shigella Outbreak in Kerala: Why Health Officials Are on High Alert 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- June 15, 2026
Kerala has witnessed a rise in Shigella infections over the past few weeks, prompting health authorities to strengthen surveillance, sanitation measures, and public awareness efforts across the state. As of mid-June 2026, the state has reported 135 confirmed Shigella cases and three deaths this year, with 59 cases and two deaths recorded during June alone.
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Your Cutting Board Could Be a Food Safety Risk: Here’s When to Replace It 0

Most people replace kitchen tools only when they become unusable. A cracked bowl, a broken spatula, or a loose knife handle usually gets immediate attention. However, one kitchen item often remains in use long after it should be replaced – the cutting board. Whether you use a wooden or plastic cutting board, it comes into

Think These Foods Are Safe? Think Again 0

Most of us focus on what we eat, but we often pay less attention to how we store and handle food after bringing it home. Surprisingly, many cases of foodborne illness are linked not to unusual foods but to everyday items found in almost every kitchen. Foods such as cooked rice, eggs, dairy products, chicken,

Bacillus cereus: The Bacteria That Survives Cooking 0

When people think about food poisoning, they often blame undercooked meat, contaminated water, or spoiled food. However, a lesser-known bacterium called Bacillus cereus also causes thousands of foodborne illness cases every year. This microorganism commonly exists in soil, dust, water, and vegetation, making it difficult to keep completely out of the food chain. Although infections