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Reheat Eggs the Safe Way: Keep Them Tasty and Germ-Free 0

Overview Leftover boiled or cooked eggs are common in many kitchens. But can you reheat them safely without making them rubbery? Yes — if done correctly. According to the FDA, reheated eggs must reach 165°F (74°C) to destroy bacteria like Salmonella. A 2023 PMC study found the risk of illness from properly cooked and stored

UAE to Implement Tiered Sugar Tax on Beverages from January 2026 0

Key Update The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that its new tiered ‘sugar tax’ on sweetened beverages will take effect from January 1, 2026, replacing the existing flat-rate system. The Ministry of Finance confirmed that the change aims to encourage healthier consumption and align with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)’s unified approach to taxing

Kitchen Licence Suspended After Rat Fever Outbreak in Tirunelveli College 0

Key Update The Department of Food Safety has suspended the licence of a private engineering college’s kitchen near Mela Thidiyoor in Thirunelveli after inspections revealed unhygienic conditions that posed a serious health risk to hostel students. The action followed an outbreak of leptospirosis (rat fever) among students, which prompted the Department of Public Health to

Kerala Schools Struggle to Keep Mid-Day Meal Safe Amid Payment Delays 0
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- October 8, 2025
Key Update The Kerala government revised the mid-day meal menu to include nutritious dishes, such as ragi-based items and microgreens, but delayed payments are straining schools’ ability to maintain safe and healthy meals. Schools have not received funds for August and September, leaving head teachers with liabilities running into lakhs of rupees. A school with
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Rising Food Safety Complaints in Kerala: Legal Ways to Report 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, General, Health & Wellness, News
- October 3, 2025
Increase in Complaints and Risks Kerala authorities have observed a growing number of complaints against hotels and restaurants related to hygiene lapses, adulteration, and foodborne illnesses. Officials note that some incidents escalate due to tensions or confrontations, especially during busy tourist seasons or festivals. They caution consumers not to take matters into their own hands
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FSSAI to Begin All-India Spice Inspections from October 1 0
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- September 24, 2025
Key Development The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) will launch a nationwide enforcement drive on spices from October 1 to 31, 2025, following a recent surveillance operation that uncovered widespread non-compliance in spice products, including contamination, mislabelling, and quality failures. The initiative aims to improve compliance at the manufacturing level and ensure
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