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Is Aluminium Foil Safe for Food Storage?0

Overview Many households use aluminium foil or containers to wrap rotis, cover curries, or pack lunches. The practice feels convenient and has become a routine part of everyday cooking and storage. Aluminium foil may seem harmless, but safety depends on how it’s used. High heat and long storage periods can cause aluminium to migrate into

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

Food Safety Concerns Prompt Ban on Popular Street Foods at Goa Temple Fair 0

Key Update Organisers of the annual Bodgeshwar temple zatra in Mapusa, North Goa, have banned the sale of gobi manchurian and tandoori chicken at temporary food stalls, citing serious food safety and hygiene concerns. The decision follows repeated complaints from visitors in previous years about unhygienic food preparation during the crowded fair. Why Gobi Manchurian

India Launches Teen Nutrition & Food Literacy Tracker 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 14, 2026
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
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Viral Fake Egg Claims: What’s Real and What’s Not 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 14, 2026
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
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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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