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Did You Know? Infant Formula Can Carry Invisible Food Safety Risks 0

Key Development Infant formula, a staple for millions of babies worldwide, can carry hidden contamination risks. Recent global recalls have highlighted how invisible toxins and chemicals can enter formula at multiple stages. Infant formula can become contaminated at different points—from ingredients to processing to preparation at home. Raw materials like cereals, milk, or oils may

Why Your Steel Plate Can Be a Food Safety Risk 0

Steel plates and tumblers are everywhere in Indian kitchens. From homes and restaurants to hostels and temples, steel is trusted for its strength, durability, and ease of cleaning. Because it does not crack, melt, or visibly spoil, we often assume steel is automatically safe for food. This blind trust, however, can be misleading. Food safety

Too Sweet to Serve: Jaggery Quality Triggers Aravana Hardening at Sabarimala 0

Key Development The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) has confirmed that excessively sweet jaggery and reduced moisture content during cooking caused 1.6 lakh tins of Aravana prepared for pilgrim distribution at Sabarimala to harden, resulting in a financial loss of approximately ₹1.60 crore. Officials said the Board prepared the Aravana in advance as a buffer stock

Vadodara Tightens Water, Food Safety After Waterborne Disease Outbreak 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 8, 2026
Key Development Following a recent outbreak of waterborne diseases in Gandhinagar, Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC), Gujarat has intensified efforts to safeguard public health. The health department has been instructed to test water samples across affected areas and ensure proper food safety inspections. The engineering department has been directed to address contamination complaints immediately. Officials are
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Food Adulteration Equals Attempt to Murder: Hyderabad Police Commissioner 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 8, 2026
Key Update Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar on Wednesday issued a stern warning against food adulteration, stating that authorities will treat such offences on par with an attempt to murder. He announced the deployment of special joint task force teams to identify and dismantle adulteration networks operating across the city. Special SOP to Strengthen Enforcement
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Viral Claims on Amul Dahi Prompt Food Safety Clarification 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 8, 2026
Key Update Curd plays an essential role in Indian kitchens, offering probiotics, protein, and calcium while adding a refreshing tang to everyday meals. Recently, however, viral social media claims have raised concerns about the safety of packaged curd, specifically Amul Masti Dahi. Video Compares Pouch- and Cup-Packaged Curd An Instagram video shared by the handle
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