Food Laws Archives

Understanding Risk Categorisation in India’s Food Safety System 0

Food safety isn’t optional—it’s essential. To ensure that the food we eat is safe, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plays a key role. One of its most effective strategies is risk categorisation. This system groups food businesses based on the level of risk they pose to public health. By doing so,

Ludhiana Dairy Products Fail Food Safety Tests 0

Report Food safety tests done in Ludhiana, Punjab, over the past six months have exposed serious quality concerns, with nearly one-third of milk and dairy products failing to meet safety standards. Health Officials Identify Substandard Food Samples Dr. Amarjeet Kaur, District Health Officer (DHO), reported that officials tested 82 samples of milk and dairy products

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
- Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 2, 2025
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
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Coca-Cola Faces Multiple Recalls in 2025 Due to Contamination Concerns 0
- Event, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 28, 2025
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
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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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