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Ganga River Pollution Threatens Health During Maha Kumbh Mela 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 19, 2025
Report The Ganga River in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, a revered spiritual site, suffers from severe pollution. During the Maha Kumbh Mela, where over 50 crore people bathed in the Ganges, a government agency detected dangerously high levels of ‘faecal coliform’ bacteria. On Monday, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT)
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Mobile Lab Strengthens Food Adulteration Testing in the Idukki 0
- Event, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 14, 2025
Report The Food Safety Department in Kerala’s Idukki district has strengthened mobile lab inspections to detect food adulteration. The public can bring food samples—either from home or purchased from shops—for free testing. In January, officials conducted 304 tests and identified 10 substandard samples. They stated that people would receive test results within 10 minutes. The
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Tamil Nadu Organic Farmers’ Conference promotes sustainability 0
- Event, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 13, 2025
Report A two-day Tamil Nadu Organic Farmers’ Food Safety Conference, centred on promoting sustainable organic agriculture and advocating for chemical-free food consumption, is scheduled for February 15 and 16 at the Texvalley Complex in Chithode. The event aims to gather farmers, eco-social activists, and agricultural experts to discuss vital issues and solutions related to organic
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Oncologists Urge Strict Food Safety Measures to Prevent Cancer 0

Report On World Cancer Day, IMA oncologists warned that various factors contribute to cancer, with contaminated food being a significant risk. Dr S K Kundu, an oncologist, emphasized the urgent need for laws that impose severe penalties on vendors selling food prepared in unsanitary conditions. He criticized street food vendors’ widespread use of cheap and

Dr. Soumya Swaminathan Warns: Diet, Climate, and Water Pose Growing Health Risks 0

Report Dr Soumya Swaminathan, a prominent public health expert and former WHO Chief Scientist, has identified dietary risks as one of the nation’s most pressing health threats. She highlighted that half of India’s population cannot afford a nutritionally adequate, healthy diet. In particular, she pointed to the rising health concerns in Kerala and Tamil Nadu,

Golden Clove Award: A Prestigious Opportunity for Kerala’s Restaurants 0

Report In Kerala, it’s not just the delicious dishes but also the inviting ambience that plays a crucial role in food lovers choosing their dining spots. The state boasts a wide variety of restaurants offering an extensive range of flavours, from authentic local cuisines to fusion dishes with a modern twist. Some of these restaurants