Food Safety Archives

35 Students Hospitalized After Suspected Food Poisoning at Kasaragod, Kerala 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 23, 2024
Food Poisoning at Alampady School On November 21, 2024, 35 students from Alampady Government Higher Secondary School in Chengala Panchayat, kasargod, Kerala, were hospitalized after suspected food poisoning from milk served in the mid-day meal program. Affected students from the Lower and Upper Primary sections showed symptoms like nausea, dizziness, and restlessness. Out of 570
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Telangana Food Safety Task Force Uncovers Nutraceutical Violations in IDA Mallapur 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 23, 2024
Report The Telangana State Food Safety Task Force inspected nutraceutical manufacturing units in IDA Mallapur and identified multiple violations of safety standards. On November 20 and 21, officials raided Vin Biomed and Nuvista Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd, uncovering serious breaches of food safety regulations. Expired Ingredients and Improperly Labeled Products Discovered During the November 20 raid
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South Africa Declares National Disaster as Pesticide Poisonings Claim 23 Children’s Lives 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 23, 2024
Overview South Africa declared a wave of food poisoning a “national disaster” after at least 23 children died in recent months. This week, a five-year-old boy reportedly became the latest victim after eating snacks bought from a small shop in Soweto. Authorities have linked several deaths to pesticide-contaminated food sold at small township shops but
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Kerala Steps Up Efforts to Combat Hepatitis A Surge in Kozhikode and Kochi 0

Kozhikode’s Hepatitis A Surge The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has called for immediate action from the Food Safety and Local Self-government departments to address the rise in Hepatitis A cases in Kozhikode district. This directive follows media reports that prompted the Commission to initiate a suo motu case. Judicial member K. Baijunath emphasized the

Unlocking the Benefits and Risks of Mycoprotein: The Fungus-Based Meat Alternative 0

The increasing shift toward plant-based and alternative meat products has led to the rise of innovative ingredients, one of which is mycoprotein. Found in popular meat substitutes such as chicken nuggets, cutlets, and burgers, mycoprotein is marketed as a healthier and more sustainable option for individuals looking to reduce meat consumption. However, despite its growing

High Court Orders Investigation Into Mold in Unniyappam Prasadam at Sabarimala 0

Report The High Court’s Devasom Bench has instructed the Sabarimala Special Commissioner to submit a report regarding a complaint about mould found in Unniyappam prasadam purchased by devotees at the Sannidhanam. A group of 12 devotees from Kadungallur, Kochi, reported the issue after discovering mould in the prasadam when they opened it at home. Allegations