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Zoonotic Diseases: A Critical Concern in Food Safety 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- April 2, 2025
Zoonotic diseases are illnesses that can be transmitted from animals to humans, posing a significant food safety risk. These diseases spread through direct contact with infected animals or by consuming contaminated food products. With the increase in global trade, livestock production, and complex food supply chains, the risk of zoonotic disease transmission is growing. As
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Food Safety Officials Crack Down on Substandard Watermelons 0
- Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 2, 2025
Report The Food Safety Department has urged consumers to check watermelons carefully before purchasing to ensure they are free from harmful chemicals. Officials inspected various selling points in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, on Thursday and Friday as part of their ongoing drive against artificially colored and rotten watermelons. Officials Seize Over 1,100 kg of Poor-Quality Watermelons
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Ludhiana Dairy Products Fail Food Safety Tests 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 2, 2025
Report Food safety tests done in Ludhiana, Punjab, over the past six months have exposed serious quality concerns, with nearly one-third of milk and dairy products failing to meet safety standards. Health Officials Identify Substandard Food Samples Dr. Amarjeet Kaur, District Health Officer (DHO), reported that officials tested 82 samples of milk and dairy products
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FSSAI Flags Illegal Chinese Garlic Sale in Chennai 0

Report FSSAI has acted on complaints about the sale of prohibited Chinese garlic in Chennai markets and directed the Tamil Nadu government to investigate. Parliament was informed on Tuesday about this directive. India banned garlic imports from China in September 2005 after detecting the fungi Embellisia alli and Urocytsis cepulae in previous shipments. Authorities Seize

Low Participation at Mall Food Testing Kiosks Raises Concerns 0

Report In just over four months, 2,869 people used the rapid food testing kiosks set up in ten Bangalore malls by the Food Safety and Standards Department, now renamed the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department (FDA). FDA officials considered this number low compared to the high footfall at these malls. The initiative also included

Is Your Kitchen Safe? How to Use Aluminium Foil and Plastic Wrap Correctly 0

We all use aluminium foil and plastic wrap in our kitchens for tasks like storing leftovers, cooking, and keeping food fresh. But have you ever thought about their safety? Are these everyday items as harmless as we believe, or do they pose hidden risks? In this article, we’ll explore the safety of aluminium foil and