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Food Safety License Must for Annadhanams at Thevar Guru Puja: Virudhunagar Collector 0

Key Update Collector N. O. Sukhaputra of Virudhunagar in Tamil Nadu has directed organisers of annadhanams and temporary eateries for the Muthuramalinga Thevar Guru Puja on October 31 to obtain a food safety registration or license. The Virudhunagar District Administration requires them to register under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, through the FSSAI

FDA Orders Recall of Coca-Cola, Sprite & Coke Zero for Metal Risk 0

Key Update The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages has recalled three popular drinks — Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola, and Sprite — due to possible metal contamination. Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages launched the recall on October 3, 2025, initially covering about 4,000 cans distributed in Texas, according to USA Today. However,

Haridwar FSDA Seizes 10 Quintals of Unsafe Mawa Ahead of Festive Season 0

Key Development The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, conducted a prompt enforcement operation after identifying mawa (khoya) suspected to be unsafe for consumption. Approximately 10 quintals of the product were seized and destroyed during the inspection. The estimated value of the destroyed mawa stands at around ₹2.55 lakh. The operation is

Coca-Cola Launches Sustainable Multipacks in Germany 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- October 25, 2025
Key Development Coca-Cola is piloting plastic-free multipack packaging in Germany for Coca-Cola Original and Coca-Cola Zero in 6×1.25 litre bottles. The new design replaces traditional plastic wrap with adhesive dots that securely hold bottles together. Convenience Meets Sustainability The multipacks feature a sturdy, recyclable cardboard handle that makes carrying easy for consumers while significantly reducing
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Five Dead, Many Fall Ill After Contaminated Food at Narayanpur Funeral Feast 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- October 25, 2025
Key Update In Chhattisgarh’s Narayanpur district, five people, including a two-month-old infant, died, and several others fell ill after allegedly consuming contaminated food at a post-funeral feast in Dunga village. The victims have been identified as the infant, Budhari (25), Budharam (24), Lakkhe (45), and Urmila (25). Officials confirmed the infant’s death was linked to
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NHRC Seeks State-Wise Report from FSSAI, Health Ministry on Cooking Oil Reuse 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, General, Health & Wellness, News
- October 25, 2025
Key Update The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Union Health Ministry and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) after receiving a complaint about the widespread reuse of cooking oil across the country. The Commission has ordered both authorities to investigate the issue and submit a state-wise
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