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Study Finds Synthetic Dyes in 20% of U.S. Foods 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 26, 2025
Report A new U.S. study has found that 1 in 5 packaged foods and drinks sold by leading food manufacturers contain synthetic food dyes. Published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the research highlights the widespread use of artificial colouring agents, especially in products marketed to children. Red 40 Leads the
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GHMC Inspects Hospital Kitchens Across Hyderabad 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 26, 2025
Report The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) food safety officers carried out surprise inspections at 75 hospital kitchens across Hyderabad on Tuesday. They collected 14 food samples and sent them to the State Food Laboratory in Nacharam for detailed analysis. Acting on instructions from the GHMC Commissioner, food safety officers began unannounced inspections of hospital
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Viral Ramen Warning Sparks Health Concerns and Nutrition Debate 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- June 26, 2025
Report Ramen noodles have long been a popular comfort food — quick to prepare, flavorful, and highly adaptable. However, a recent viral Instagram video has raised alarm over potential health risks linked to the snack. The video shows a warning label on the back of a ramen noodle packet that reads: “Warning: Cancer and Reproductive
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FSSAI Directs Sabarimala to Follow Food Safety Rules for ‘Prasadam’0

Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) informed the Kerala High Court that the Sabarimala Sannidhanam, as a food business operator (FBO), must follow the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Act in the preparation of ‘prasadam’ – ‘appam’ and ‘aravana’. FSSAI warned that it will take legal action if the temple fails

UFlex Launches Recycled Plastic for Food Packaging 0

Report UFlex Ltd, India’s largest flexible packaging company, has launched a new single-pellet solution made from recycled PET (rPET) for food and beverage packaging. This solution, approved by FSSAI, blends recycled and virgin plastic into one pellet, making it easier for manufacturers to use recycled materials safely. Safe and Strong for Food Use The pellets

FSSAI Rolls Out New Alcohol Rules, Effective January 2026 0

Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has released updated regulations for alcoholic beverages, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. The First Amendment to the Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) Regulations, 2018, modernises definitions, adds new categories, and formally recognises traditional Indian liquors. FSSAI finalised the rules after a