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Food Safety Sweep Targets Bengaluru’s Online Food Sector 0
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- June 17, 2026
The Karnataka Food Safety Department conducted a large-scale inspection drive across Bengaluru on June 12 and 13 to strengthen compliance with food safety regulations among businesses linked to e-commerce and quick-commerce platforms. The two-day operation covered food businesses associated with major online delivery networks, including Blinkit, Amazon, Zepto, Flipkart, and other digital marketplaces. To support
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Pins, Wires, and Food Safety: Why FSSAI Took Action 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- June 17, 2026
Food safety risks do not always come from bacteria, chemicals, or spoiled food. Sometimes, the danger comes from foreign objects that accidentally enter food and cause injury when consumed. The issue recently gained attention after a three-year-old boy swallowed two metal wires hidden inside decorative elements of a birthday cake. Fortunately, the child passed the
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FSSAI Acts on Viral Food Complaints: Nestle Maggi, KFC, Open Secret Under Lens 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- June 15, 2026
Significant Update The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has intensified its monitoring of consumer complaints shared on social media. In response to multiple viral posts alleging hygiene lapses and possible contamination, the regulator has issued notices to several food business operators, including Nestlé India, a KFC outlet in Andhra Pradesh, snack brand
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Shigella Outbreak in Kerala: Why Health Officials Are on High Alert 0

Kerala has witnessed a rise in Shigella infections over the past few weeks, prompting health authorities to strengthen surveillance, sanitation measures, and public awareness efforts across the state. As of mid-June 2026, the state has reported 135 confirmed Shigella cases and three deaths this year, with 59 cases and two deaths recorded during June alone.

Your Cutting Board Could Be a Food Safety Risk: Here’s When to Replace It 0

Most people replace kitchen tools only when they become unusable. A cracked bowl, a broken spatula, or a loose knife handle usually gets immediate attention. However, one kitchen item often remains in use long after it should be replaced – the cutting board. Whether you use a wooden or plastic cutting board, it comes into

Bacillus cereus: The Bacteria That Survives Cooking 0

When people think about food poisoning, they often blame undercooked meat, contaminated water, or spoiled food. However, a lesser-known bacterium called Bacillus cereus also causes thousands of foodborne illness cases every year. This microorganism commonly exists in soil, dust, water, and vegetation, making it difficult to keep completely out of the food chain. Although infections