Food Hygiene Archives

Kollam Tops National ‘Eat Right Challenge’ for Third Consecutive Year 0

Key Update Kollam district has secured first place in the fourth phase of the national-level ‘Eat Right Challenge’ for 2024–25, winning the Food Safety Award for the third consecutive time. The district earned the top ranking for its strong and consistent implementation of food safety initiatives. Authorities carried out food safety registration and licensing drives,

FSSAI Extends Deadline for Meat Sausage Standards 0

Key Development The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has granted a three-month extension to food business operators (FBOs) to comply with the revised manufacturing standards for meat sausage, offering temporary relief to the meat processing industry. Revised Norms Deferred to May 1, 2026 FSSAI introduced the updated standards under the Food Safety

74 Students Fall Ill After School Breakfast in Maredumilli, Andhra Pradesh 0

Key Update As many as 74 students of the Devarapalli Government Tribal Welfare School in Maredumilli, Polavaram district in Andhra Pradesh, fell ill on Sunday after consuming idlis and chutney served for school breakfast, police said. According to Rampachodavaram Deputy Superintendent of Police Sai Prashant, a total of 255 students ate breakfast at the school.

Supermarket Closed, Illegal Repacking Unearthed in Virudhunagar 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 10, 2026
Key Update Food Safety officials on Saturday ordered the closure of a supermarket on Agraharam Street in Virudhunagar after finding that it was operating without a valid food safety licence. The officials also prohibited the repacking of grocery items at the premises. Surprise Inspection by Food Safety Team A team led by Virudhunagar district Food
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Synthetic Milk Factory Busted in Gujarat After Five Years of Illegal Operations 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 9, 2026
Key Development Milk production may appear routine, but a recent investigation in Gujarat has exposed a dangerous reality behind adulterated dairy products. Officials uncovered a factory that had allegedly produced synthetic milk for nearly five years using chemicals instead of pure dairy. On February 8, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) confirmed
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Food Safety Drive in Ongole: 20 Cases Booked, Expired Meat Destroyed 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 9, 2026
Key Update Authorities conducted a major food safety drive in Ongole city in Andhra Pradesh on Saturday, inspecting hotels, restaurants, bakeries, and sweet shops. Teams from the food safety department and the legal metrology department carried out the checks under the directions of the Food Safety Commissioner and the Director. Violations Detected During Checks During
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