Food Hygiene Archives

Tainted Turmeric: Alarming Lead Levels Found in South Asian Spice 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 14, 2024
Lead Contamination in South Asian Turmeric A recent study reveals high lead levels in various turmeric samples sold in India, Nepal, and Pakistan, with some exceeding 1,000 micrograms per gram (µg/g) per dose, far above regulatory limits. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) caps the allowable lead content in turmeric at 10
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FSSAI Investigates Golgappas for Contamination in Karnataka 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- November 13, 2024
Report Weeks after discovering synthetic dyes and cancer-causing agents in tamarind sauces and chutneys served with panipuri, Karnataka officials from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) are now investigating another popular street food — golgappa — for potential contamination. Sample Collection Across Karnataka FSSAI officials have collected nearly 150 samples from various
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Worms Found on Pizza Spark Outrage 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 13, 2024
Report A video showing live worms crawling on a pizza from a restaurant in Madhya Pradesh has caused outrage and raised serious concerns about food safety and hygiene, with many calling for stricter regulations. Disturbing Footage Surfaces Online In a shocking incident, a disturbing video has emerged, allegedly showing live worms wriggling on top of
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FSSAI Demands E-Commerce Platforms Follow Food Safety Rules for Consumer Health 0

Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has urged all quick commerce and e-commerce platforms to adhere to food safety regulations during a meeting held on November 12. Immediate Compliance or Penalties As per reports, FSSAI directed the platforms to comply immediately with these regulations or face penalties. The food safety authority

FSSAI Grants ‘Eat Right Station’ Certification to 10 Pune Division Railway Stations 0

Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has awarded the “Eat Right Station” certification to ten railway stations in the Pune division. This certification is part of the larger Eat Right India campaign, which FSSAI leads to ensure food safety and cleanliness in public spaces, particularly at railway stations. Promoting Safe and

Food Safety Violations Found at CCMB Canteen and Hyderabad Eateries 0

Food Safety Inspections at CCMB Canteen Food safety inspectors recently examined the CCMB (Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology) canteen in Hyderabad. On November 8, 2024, the task force arrived at the site and immediately identified multiple violations. Inspectors found that the canteen operates without an FSSAI license and lacked medical fitness certificates, FoSTaC training