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Court Slaps ₹1 Crore Fine on Dairy for Copying Milma Branding 0

Report The Principal Commercial Court in Thiruvananthapuram has imposed a ₹1 crore penalty on Milnna, a private dairy, for imitating the brand name and packaging design of Milma, the well-known state-run dairy cooperative. The court ruled that Milnna’s actions violated trade and intellectual property laws. Ban on Sales, Marketing Using Imitated Packaging The court also

Noida Acts on Unhygienic PG in Surprise Food Safety Drive 0

Introduction In response to multiple student complaints, the Noida district administration, in collaboration with the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDSA), launched a surprise inspection drive at hostels and paying guest (PG) accommodations across Greater Noida. On June 17, two FDSA teams visited several facilities in the Knowledge Park and Golf Links areas. The inspections

FDA Pune Intensifies Food Safety Checks Ahead of Palkhi Procession 0

Report As the annual palkhi procession begins, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Pune, has launched an extensive food safety drive to monitor and regulate temporary food stalls and prasad distribution along the wari route. FDA officials aim to prevent foodborne illnesses, especially during the monsoon, when the risk of contamination increases. FDA has deployed

Researchers In France Find Higher Microplastics Level in Glass Bottles 0
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- June 23, 2025
Introduction A recent study by France’s food safety agency, ANSES, found that beverages sold in glass bottles contain significantly more microplastics than those in plastic bottles or metal cans. The team analysed water, soda, beer, lemonade, iced tea, and wine sold in France. They discovered that glass bottles held an average of 100 microplastic particles
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Rock Salt or Iodised Salt? Choose Wisely 0
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- June 21, 2025
Salt is an everyday essential in every kitchen, but not all salts are the same. In many Indian households, you’ll often find both rock salt and black salt, alongside regular iodised salt. The latter is valued for its mild taste, natural trace minerals, and traditional use, especially during religious fasting. Black salt, with its tangy,
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Food Safety Squads Crack Down on Unsafe Eateries in Kozhikode 0
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- June 21, 2025
Squads Intensify Surprise Inspections Food Safety department squads have stepped up surprise inspections at wayside eateries, restaurants, bakeries, and confectioneries across the Kozhikode district to curb the use of banned synthetic food colourants. Five regional Food Safety Squads now carry out these flash checks, focusing on food outlets near schools, colleges, and other educational institutions.
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