Food Safety Archives

31 Students Hospitalized After Food Poisoning at Karimnagar Hostel 0
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- January 11, 2025
Report On Tuesday, 31 students sought medical attention after falling ill from food they ate at their hostel in Karimnagar, Telangana. The incident occurred after dinner at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule BC Welfare Residential Gurukul in Sharma Nagar on January 6. Several students began experiencing symptoms like diarrhoea and vomiting after the meal. Authorities quickly transported
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Health Department Cracks Down on Food Safety and Plastic Usage in Ottapalam, Palakkad 0
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- January 11, 2025
Report The Health Department has stepped up its efforts to ensure food safety, eliminate the use of banned plastic, and address sewage pollution in East Ottapalam. in Palakkad. During recent inspections, officials identified several violations and imposed fines on multiple establishments. They penalized three restaurants, with two fined for storing food in unsafe conditions and
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Authorities Intensify Inspections on Jaggery Production Ahead of Pongal Festival 0
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- January 11, 2025
Increased Jaggery Production in Salem and Namakkal The Department of Food Safety has intensified inspections at jaggery production facilities in Salem and Namakkal districts in Tamilnad ahead of the upcoming Pongal festivities. With jaggery being a key ingredient in making Pongal, producers in these districts have increased their output over the past two weeks. In
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Impact of the National Food Security Act on Child Stunting and Nutrition in India 0

Report The National Food Security Act (NFSA) of 2013 has made a significant impact on reducing child stunting in India. A recent study published in the American Economic Association’s Applied Economics journal shows how the expanded distribution of food grains has improved the nutrition of children, particularly in vulnerable regions. Study Overview The study, conducted

Nitrates Uncovered: Benefits, Risks, and How to Manage Them 0

Nitrates are chemicals that have become a growing concern for both human health and the environment. While they are essential for plant growth and naturally found in many foods, excessive nitrates or harmful forms can cause serious health issues. From contaminated water to processed meats, nitrates are pervasive, making it crucial to understand their risks.

Freezing Milk: Is It a Good Idea?0

Overview Have you ever opened the fridge in the morning only to find that the milk has expired, even if it hasn’t been opened? Wouldn’t it be great if you could stop milk from spoiling? One way to do that is by freezing it! While we commonly freeze certain foods to extend their shelf life,