Street Food Safety in India: Challenges and Solutions
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 19, 2024
Food Manifest 
Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has reminded all Food Business Operators (FBOs) to submit their annual returns with complete accuracy. It warned that authorities will impose strict penalties on those who provide false or misleading information. In a recent post on X, FSSAI stressed that complying with these requirements is
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Report In a significant step to combat lifestyle-related health issues, the Indian government has announced that popular snacks such as samosas, jalebis, pakoras, vada pav, and chai biscuits will soon come with cigarette-style health warnings. These labels will highlight the high content of oil, sugar, and trans fats—nutrients strongly linked to rising rates of obesity,
READ MOREReport In a dramatic crackdown, officials intercepted a tanker carrying 5,000 litres of adulterated milk on its way from Madhya Pradesh to Agra via the Agra-Bah road. Acting swiftly, they disposed of the contaminated milk by dumping it onto the road, aiming to eliminate any risk to public health. A video of the operation quickly
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Travelling during the monsoon comes with unique health risks—food poisoning being one of the most common. The season’s high humidity, fluctuating temperatures, and damp environments create ideal conditions for bacterial growth, especially in improperly handled or stored food. For travellers, this means greater vigilance is required to avoid falling ill from contaminated food or water.
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Overview More Indian households are turning to ready-to-cook (RTC) meals for the convenience and speed they offer. In just the past two years, over 18 million households have started using these products, making RTC the only packaged food category to double in volume. As this trend picks up, it brings with it a rising responsibility
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