Food Safety Archives

Dr. Soumya Swaminathan Warns: Diet, Climate, and Water Pose Growing Health Risks 0

Report Dr Soumya Swaminathan, a prominent public health expert and former WHO Chief Scientist, has identified dietary risks as one of the nation’s most pressing health threats. She highlighted that half of India’s population cannot afford a nutritionally adequate, healthy diet. In particular, she pointed to the rising health concerns in Kerala and Tamil Nadu,

FDA Unveils 100-Day Plan to Ensure Safe, Healthy Food in Maharashtra 0

Report The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Maharashtra has launched an ambitious 100-day action plan aimed at ensuring that all citizens have access to safe and healthy food. The plan focuses on improving food safety, conducting inspections, and offering specialized training to food industry professionals. As part of its action plan, the FDA will

Behind the Red: Is Allura Red Safe for You?0

Allura Red, also known as FD&C Red No. 40, ranks among the most widely used synthetic food dyes worldwide. In India, manufacturers use it in a variety of products, such as candies, soft drinks, baked goods, and cosmetics. While the FSSAI approves its use, concerns about its health effects, particularly on children, have emerged. These

GBS Outbreak in Pune: Water Contamination Suspected as Cause 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 24, 2025
Report Pune is witnessing an alarming surge in cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), with 26 new instances reported in just one week. As of now, at least 59 individuals have been hospitalized in three major hospitals, displaying symptoms of GBS. Most of these cases are concentrated in areas near Sinhagad Road, Dhayari, and Kirkatwadi. In
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Wardha Schools Face Water Contamination Crisis, 78 Schools Affected 0
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- January 24, 2025
Report Water analysis tests across Wardha district in Maharashtra have confirmed that the drinking water in 78 schools is contaminated with coliform bacteria, making it unsafe for consumption. This raises significant health concerns, with laboratory analysis verifying the contamination in samples collected from these schools. Lack of Proper Maintenance in School Water Tanks Schools typically
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Patanjali Recalls Red Chilli Powder Over Safety Concerns 0
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- January 24, 2025
Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (fssai) has instructed Patanjali Foods Ltd to recall a batch of packaged red chilli powder due to non-compliance with food safety standards. The company disclosed this in a regulatory filing, revealing that the product from Batch No. AJD2400012 violated the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins,
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