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- August 15, 2021
Kozhikode’s Hepatitis A Surge The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has called for immediate action from the Food Safety and Local Self-government departments to address the rise in Hepatitis A cases in Kozhikode district. This directive follows media reports that prompted the Commission to initiate a suo motu case. Judicial member K. Baijunath emphasized the
READ MOREOverview The Baba Balak Nath temple in Deotsidh, Himachal Pradesh, closed its prasad shop after food safety tests deemed the samples unfit for consumption. The temple management decided to outsource the shop’s operations to address safety concerns. Temple staff prepare the main offering, “rote,” using wheat, sugar, and ghee or vegetable oil, for devotees visiting
READ MORESubstandard Food Items Found in Una District, Himachal Pradesh Concerns over food safety have intensified in Una district, Himachal Pradesh after substandard items were uncovered during routine inspections. Samples of ‘golgappa’ water, mustard oil, and ready-to-serve coffee, collected from local vendors, failed to meet safety standards. Laboratory tests conducted in Kandaghat, Solan, confirmed the presence
READ MOREPlastic packaging is the backbone of modern convenience, preserving food and beverages while keeping costs low and shelf lives long. From takeout boxes to soda bottles, it dominates supermarket aisles worldwide. But behind its practical perks lies a darker side—chemical contamination, mounting pollution, and the enduring menace of plastic waste. While it protects our food,
READ MOREOverview Health experts and consumers have raised alarms over the widespread use of substandard silver foils for food packaging at roadside eateries in Chennai. These foils, intended to preserve food and enhance presentation, often pose serious health risks due to their poor quality. An Alarming Practice Roadside vendors commonly use thin, low-cost silver foils that
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