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Seafood Tragedy in Vizhinjam: Marine Toxins Under Scanner 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 19, 2026
Key Development As uncertainty surrounds the suspected seafood-related deaths in Vizhinjam, the Commissionerate of Food Safety has widened its probe. Initial laboratory tests did not indicate conventional food poisoning caused by spoilage or bacterial contamination, prompting officials to explore other possibilities. CIFT to Conduct Specialised Toxicology Tests Authorities have sought expert assistance from the Central
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Be Careful: Salad Isn’t Always Safe; Onions Demand Attention Too 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 19, 2026
Overview Cooking food at the correct temperature is not optional — it is essential. When you undercook food, bacteria and other microorganisms multiply quickly and turn it unsafe. Many people assume that only meat dishes pose a risk. However, even something as simple as the salad served alongside biryani can cause food poisoning. According to
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Kerala Launches High-Tech Residue Testing Unit for Animal Foods in Palode 0
- A to Z, Food Laws, Health & Wellness, News
- February 18, 2026
Key Development The State Institute for Animal Diseases (SIAD) in Palode, Thiruvananthapuram, has set up a new Toxicology Laboratory Complex and Toxin Residue Analysis Unit to strengthen food safety and animal health surveillance in Kerala. Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development J. Chinchu Rani will inaugurate the facility, established with ₹4.5 crore under the
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Haldiram’s Attapur Outlet Faces Expiry, Adulteration Allegations; Probe Underway 0

Key Development Food safety concerns have surfaced after customers filed complaints against a Haldiram’s outlet in Attapur, Hyderabad, alleging that the store sold expired and improperly labelled sweets and packaged food items. Visitors claimed several products lacked mandatory details such as manufacturing dates and expiry information, raising concerns about transparency, shelf life, and compliance with

Seafood Hub Under Scrutiny: Vizhinjam Deaths Expose Food Safety Lapses 0

Key Development The recent deaths linked to a hotel in Vizhinjam have brought serious lapses in food safety enforcement to light. The Food Safety Department, which must ensure hygienic food service and regular monitoring, has not deployed adequate staff to conduct routine inspections. In several constituencies, a single food safety officer oversees all food establishments.

15-Second Health Ads May Cut Junk Food Cravings, Study Finds 0

Key Development A new study from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Western Australia has found that short advertisements promoting healthy eating can reduce cravings for junk food — and in some cases, a 15-second message works better than a traditional 30-second commercial. Dr Ross Hollett, who led the research, examined how the length and message