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Spoiled Fish in Achankovil Sparks Health Concerns 0

Key Update Residents of Achankovil village have raised concerns over fish being sold in local markets that appears to be spoiled. Several people who cooked and consumed the fish reported health issues such as vomiting and diarrhoea. Locals stated that the fish had a strong, unpleasant odour even before cooking, and many chose to discard

Why Food Allergies Are Getting More Attention in Indian Children 0

Overview Food reactions in Indian children are being reported more often than before. These reactions may appear as skin rashes, stomach discomfort, or, in some cases, more serious symptoms that require medical attention in schools or clinics. Experts are still debating whether this reflects a real increase in allergies or simply better recognition. What is

Indore FDA Seizes 500 kg of Suspected Adulterated Ghee During Citywide Raids 0

Key Update Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials seized around 500 kg of suspected adulterated ghee during intensive raids carried out across Indore on Tuesday. The enforcement drive aimed to check the quality of widely consumed dairy products in the city. Officials conducted a major inspection at Shri Dhenu Dairy Products in Palda Marble Mandi,

Ghaziabad Street Food Stall Faces Backlash Over Potato Washing Video 0
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- March 24, 2026
Key Update Street food enjoys immense popularity across India, but hygiene concerns often bring it under scrutiny. A viral video from Ghaziabad has once again raised serious questions about food safety practices at local food stalls. The video, now widely circulating on social media, allegedly shows unhygienic food preparation at a popular street food outlet
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85 Fall Ill After Consuming Buckwheat Flour During Fasting in Uttar Pradesh 0
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- March 24, 2026
Significant Update Nearly 85 people, including an additional district magistrate, fell ill after consuming kuttu ka atta (buckwheat flour), typically eaten during fasting rituals, in Baghpat, Bijnor and Bulandshahr districts of Uttar Pradesh, officials said. All affected individuals were hospitalised and are now recovering. In Bulandshahr, 39 people fell ill after consuming buckwheat flour in
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Bottled Water Boom in Bihar Raises Safety and Groundwater Concerns 0
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- March 24, 2026
Overview Groundwater contamination by arsenic, fluoride, iron, and other toxic elements in several Bihar districts has sharply increased the demand for packaged drinking water over the past decade. Rising health awareness among consumers has further accelerated this shift, leading more households to depend on bottled water. The growing demand has also triggered a rapid expansion
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