Food Laws Archives

FSSAI Flags Illegal Chinese Garlic Sale in Chennai 0

Report FSSAI has acted on complaints about the sale of prohibited Chinese garlic in Chennai markets and directed the Tamil Nadu government to investigate. Parliament was informed on Tuesday about this directive. India banned garlic imports from China in September 2005 after detecting the fungi Embellisia alli and Urocytsis cepulae in previous shipments. Authorities Seize

Low Participation at Mall Food Testing Kiosks Raises Concerns 0

Report In just over four months, 2,869 people used the rapid food testing kiosks set up in ten Bangalore malls by the Food Safety and Standards Department, now renamed the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department (FDA). FDA officials considered this number low compared to the high footfall at these malls. The initiative also included

Coca-Cola Faces Multiple Recalls in 2025 Due to Contamination Concerns 0

Report Coca-Cola is facing scrutiny after recalling products in the UK and the US due to contamination issues. These include excessive chlorate levels and plastic fragments, with the company acting quickly to protect public health and ensure product quality. UK Recall Due to Chlorate Contamination In the UK, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners recalled select drinks after

Are Leaf Plates Hygienic? A Comparison with Plastic & Metal 0
- Event, Food Laws, Health & Wellness, News
- March 27, 2025
Food safety is crucial in today’s world, and one often overlooked factor is the type of plate or utensil used for serving meals. Whether it’s a traditional leaf plate, plastic, or metal plate, each material has its own set of hygiene concerns and benefits. Traditional leaf plates offer an eco-friendly alternative but can pose risks
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Karnataka HC: Manufacturers & packers liable for misbranding food products 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 22, 2025
Overview The Karnataka High Court has ruled that manufacturers and packers are responsible for misbranded food products, not just sellers. Justice Suraj Govindaraj stated that Section 27(1) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 holds manufacturers and packers accountable if their products fail to meet legal and regulatory requirements, including misbranding. Food Safety Officials
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Food Safety Crack Down in Punjab Amid Dog Meat Rumors 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 20, 2025
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
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