Food Safety Archives

FSSAI Raids Expose Adulteration and Hygiene Lapses Across States 0

Key Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) conducted enforcement drives across multiple states last week and uncovered cases of food adulteration, poor hygiene, and regulatory violations. On 6 January 2026, the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety Department, along with Mohanpur Police, seized 7,210 kg of adulterated ghee in Kasganj. The authorities valued

India Launches Teen Nutrition & Food Literacy Tracker 0

Key Development With ultra-processed foods and aggressive marketing of high-fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) products increasingly targeting Indian adolescents, researchers at the Indian Council of Medical Research–National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN) set out to create a tool that measures nutrition and food literacy among young people. Introducing INFOLIT The researchers developed the Indian Nutrition and

Viral Fake Egg Claims: What’s Real and What’s Not 0

Overview Eggs are among the most widely consumed foods in India and worldwide. People value them for their high-quality protein, essential nutrients, and versatility in everyday cooking—from quick breakfasts to elaborate dishes. In recent times, concerns about food adulteration have led many consumers to question the authenticity of eggs sold in the market. Viral videos

Bengaluru Civic Body Seals 10 PG Kitchens Over Hygiene Violations 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 13, 2026
Key Update The Bengaluru South City Corporation on Monday sealed ten paying guest (PG) accommodations after surprise inspections revealed unhygienic kitchen conditions. The action followed several complaints from residents and tenants across Jayanagar, BTM Layout, Bommanahalli Assembly constituency, and other parts of south Bengaluru. 66 PGs Inspected for Basic Safety and Food Hygiene Corporation officials
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Food Safety Raids Intensified on Jaggery Units Ahead of Pongal 0
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- January 13, 2026
Key Update With the Pongal festival approaching, Food Safety Department officials have intensified inspections at jaggery manufacturing units across Salem and Namakkal districts to curb adulteration and ensure consumer safety. Salem and Namakkal are among Tamil Nadu’s major sugarcane-producing regions. Sugarcane cultivation is widespread in areas such as Karuppur, Omalur, Deevattipatti, Veeraganoor, Thalaivasal and Sankari
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Ice Cream at Church Festival Triggers Suspected Food Poisoning in Kochi 0
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- January 13, 2026
Key Update Twenty-eight people, including 22 children aged between eight and 15, fell ill after consuming ice cream sold at a church festival in Edayar under the Kadungalloor grama panchayat in Ernakulam. The incident raised concerns of suspected food poisoning. Symptoms Emerge After Festival People began reporting to the family health centres at Edayar and
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