Food Safety Archives

India’s Shift to Healthier Eating Gains Momentum 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- March 20, 2025
Report India’s preference for organic and unprocessed foods is rising rapidly, with 12 million online orders worth $35 million placed between September 2024 and February 2025. Consumers are actively seeking healthier, chemical-free alternatives, reflecting a strong shift in eating habits. Healthier Choices on the Rise According to Unicommerce, an e-commerce enablement platform, demand for nutritious
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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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Upcycled Foods: A Creative Solution to Reducing Food Waste 0
- Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- March 19, 2025
Food waste is a major issue, and India is not immune. Each year, people waste around 50 million tons of food, which means not only losing food but also the water, energy, and labour spent on producing and transporting it. When food waste decomposes in landfills, it releases methane, a greenhouse gas far more harmful
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Government Stance on Palm Oil Consumption and Health Concerns 0

Overview The central government has stated that there is no unanimous “scientific evidence” on the health concerns regarding palm oil consumption. However, it acknowledged ongoing concerns about the use of refined oils, particularly palm oil, in food products. Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, highlighted that the Indian Council of Medical

FSSAI Tests 163 Paneer Samples in Karnataka for Adulteration 0

Overview In March, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) tested 163 paneer samples across Karnataka to check for adulteration. This followed a request from the Chief Minister’s office. As of March 17, the authority completed tests on four samples, all of which were found to be free of adulteration. On March 3,

FSSAI Hosts Food Safety Program for Kochi Street Vendors 0

Report The Southern Regional Office of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in collaboration with Kochi Corporation and the Kerala State Food Safety Department, conducted an awareness program for street vendors in the city on Tuesday. The program aimed to raise awareness about food safety and hygiene among vendors. It focused on