The Sinister Shine: Is Wax Coating on Fruits and Vegetables Harmful?
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety
- October 28, 2021
Overview In a significant step forward for improving food safety and hygiene in Mumbai, Shri G. Kamala Vardhana Rao, CEO of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), held an important meeting with Shri Bhushan Varsha Ashok Gagrani, Municipal Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), and Dr K.H. Govindraj, IAS Principal Secretary
READ MORENCC Camp Shut Down After Food Poisoning Outbreak in Thrikkakara A National Cadet Corps (NCC) camp at KMM Arts and Science College in Thrikkakara, Kerala, shut down abruptly on Tuesday after 80 cadets were hospitalized due to suspected food poisoning. The incident sparked protests from concerned parents, who demanded an explanation for the student’s illness.
READ MOREReport Kalamassery in Kochi, Kerala is facing a significant hepatitis A outbreak affecting the regions of Peringazha, HMT Estate, and Kurupra. Health authorities confirmed 29 cases of jaundice, with 27 still active and three patients in critical condition, requiring ICU care. This marks the third hepatitis A outbreak in Ernakulam district this year, following outbreaks
READ MOREPre-Holiday Food Safety Plan In a pre-holiday enforcement action, Food Safety teams in Kozhikode district shut down 16 unregistered food establishments during increased inspections before Christmas and New Year festivities. Over four days, the teams discovered numerous businesses operating without proper licenses or postponing their renewals. They inspected 176 establishments and collected samples from 62
READ MOREOverview When we dine at restaurants, we trust that the food is clean and free of expired ingredients, unlike the potential risks of consuming street food. However, a recent case in Secunderabad shattered this confidence as food safety inspectors uncovered serious violations in multiple establishments. Golden Dragon Restaurant, Parklane Food safety inspectors conducted a surprise
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