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Behind the Speed: Hygiene Gaps in Quick Commerce Dark Stores 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 11, 2025
India’s booming quick commerce sector, known for delivering groceries and essentials within minutes, is now under intense scrutiny over serious hygiene lapses and food safety violations. At the heart of the issue are dark stores—warehouse-like storage hubs that stock and dispatch products for last-mile delivery. Once lauded for their role in fast retail, these facilities
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Coca-Cola Faces U.S. Lawsuit Over “100% Natural Flavours” Claim on Sprite, Fanta 0
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- June 5, 2025
Report California resident Victoria Palmer has filed a proposed class action lawsuit against Coca-Cola, accusing the beverage giant of falsely advertising several Sprite and Fanta products as containing “100% Natural Flavours.” She claims the drinks include key flavour ingredients—such as industrially produced citric acid, sodium citrate, and artificial sweeteners—that are synthetic, not natural, as the
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Toxic Scoops: Detergent & Expired Flavours Found in Ludhiana Ice Cream Raid 0
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- June 4, 2025
Overview In a recent raid, the Health Department in Ludhiana shut down an ice cream manufacturing unit in the Hambran industrial area after uncovering appalling hygiene violations. Officials found cluttered waste, uncovered raw materials, swarming houseflies, and expired ice cream flavours, which were destroyed on-site. The department issued a challan for violating food safety norms.
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Moringa Seeds: The Tiny Superfood Making a Big Impact 0

Overview Often celebrated as the “miracle tree,” moringa is once again in the spotlight—this time, for its seeds. Experts are hailing moringa seeds as a nutrient-rich superfood that supports immunity, heart health, and more. Packed with protein, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, these seeds are gaining popularity as a powerhouse of health benefits. Nutritional Goldmine in a

FSSAI Bans ‘100%’ Claims on Food Labels and Ads 0

Regulator Orders Immediate Removal of Misleading Claims FSSAI has officially directed all Food Business Operators (FBOs) to stop using the term “100%” and similar absolute claims on food labels, packaging, and promotional materials. In its May 28, 2025 advisory, the authority flagged these terms as vague, unregulated, and potentially misleading under Indian food laws. No

Vande Bharat Serves Expired Juice, Triggers Food Safety Outrage 0

Report Premium train, premium price — but expired juice? Passengers on the Mangaluru–Thiruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express were left shocked after being served beverages past their expiry date. On Thursday, railway staff served juice packets that had expired on March 24, nearly two months ago, to passengers travelling from Mangaluru to Thiruvananthapuram. The incident has ignited