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Food Safety Crack Down in Punjab Amid Dog Meat Rumors 0

Report After reports surfaced about food department officers allegedly discovering “a dog’s severed head in the refrigerator of a momos and spring roll factory” in Mohali, Punjab, Deputy Commissioner Komal Mittal clarified that claims of dog meat usage were misleading. A health department inspection confirmed that the tested meat sample did not belong to a

FSSAI Hosts Food Safety Program for Kochi Street Vendors 0

Report The Southern Regional Office of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in collaboration with Kochi Corporation and the Kerala State Food Safety Department, conducted an awareness program for street vendors in the city on Tuesday. The program aimed to raise awareness about food safety and hygiene among vendors. It focused on

International School Meals Day: Why It Matters 0

A school meal is more than just food—it’s fuel for the mind and body. A well-fed child can focus better, learn faster, and grow healthier. International School Meals Day shines a light on the power of nutritious school meals in transforming lives. It’s a day to celebrate how these programs fight hunger, boost education, and

Global Seminar Highlights Sustainable Farming and Plant Health 0
- Event, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 10, 2025
Report Dr Danda Rajireddy, Vice-Chancellor of Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University, highlighted organic farming and sustainability as key to enhancing horticultural productivity. He stressed that integrating contemporary research with natural farming methods can help meet the needs of a growing population. While chairing a global seminar on plant health and food safety—co-hosted by Telangana
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Toxic Boondi Threatens Public Health in Dhubri During Ramadan 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 10, 2025
Report Unethical traders in the Dhubri district in Assam are selling contaminated Boondi, a popular fried chickpea snack, by adding toxic, non-edible colours from the Raja Rani brand (non-edible, industrial-grade dyes). They use these synthetic dyes to enhance the snack’s appearance, putting consumers at serious health risks. Adulterated Boondi Spreads Across Markets Markets across Fakirganj,
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Key Food Safety and Nutrition Insights from Eat Right Fest 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 5, 2025
Food Safety Concerns and Findings at Eat Right Fest At the Eat Right Fest in Kollam, during the panel discussion, officials revealed that packaged chilli powder tested free of pesticide residues, while homemade chilli powder contained them. Dr T.S. Aneesh, Professor at Kozhikode Medical College, explained that failing to remove chilli stalks before grinding increases
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