Food Safety Archives

Toxic Momos Unit Busted in Kanpur, Unsafe Food Destroyed 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 28, 2026
Key Update Authorities in Uttar Pradesh shut down an illegal momos and chutney manufacturing unit in Naubasta, Kanpur, after uncovering serious food safety violations. During a recent inspection, Food Safety Department officials found the unit operating in extremely unhygienic conditions, raising significant concerns about public health. Acting swiftly, officials ordered the immediate closure of the
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NIT Rourkela Introduces Rapid AI-Based Spice Testing System 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- April 28, 2026
Key Update Researchers at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela have developed and patented an AI-based system that rapidly detects and quantifies adulteration in spices and other food products, offering a faster and more practical alternative to conventional testing methods. Faster Detection, Real-Time Results Spice adulteration—often driven by cost-cutting practices—compromises food quality and poses
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Kochi’s Food Street Struggles to Take Off Despite Big Plans 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 28, 2026
Key Update Kochi launched its first food street in September 2025 with high expectations, but the project is yet to gain traction, with only 5 of the 20 stalls currently operational. The Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) developed the facility to promote safe, hygienic, and diverse food options. However, the space continues to see low
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From RO Plants to Ice Units: Indore Steps Up Checks 0

Key Update In Indore, the district administration has launched a focused drive to monitor the quality of seasonal food items and drinking water, aiming to prevent adulteration and ensure hygienic production during the summer months. Authorities have placed local RO plants, ice factories, and unbranded cold drink units under strict surveillance. Teams are actively inspecting

Four Die After Suspected Food Poisoning Linked to Watermelon in Mumbai 0

Key Update Four members of a family died in Mumbai’s Pydhonie area due to suspected food poisoning, police said on Monday. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause. On the night of April 25, multiple family members had dinner together at around 10:30 p.m. While others returned home, four individuals later consumed

Jharkhand Ramps Up Checks on Artificial Fruit Ripening Practices 0

Key Update Following a central directive for nationwide inspections, Jharkhand food safety department will launch a statewide crackdown on artificial fruit ripening agents and instruct district food safety officers (FSOs) to intensify inspections across mandis, storage facilities, and transport hubs ahead of the peak summer fruit season. State Deputy Food Safety Commissioner Anant Sinha confirmed