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Artificial Food Dyes Still in Use Despite Karnataka’s Ban 0

Report In March 2024, the Karnataka government imposed a ban on harmful artificial dyes in foods like manchurian, kebabs, and cotton candy to protect public health. However, a recent reality check reveals that brightly coloured food items are still widely available, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the ban. FDA Findings Reveal Unsafe Food In

Global Seminar Highlights Sustainable Farming and Plant Health 0

Report Dr Danda Rajireddy, Vice-Chancellor of Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University, highlighted organic farming and sustainability as key to enhancing horticultural productivity. He stressed that integrating contemporary research with natural farming methods can help meet the needs of a growing population. While chairing a global seminar on plant health and food safety—co-hosted by Telangana

Food Safety Violations Prompt Action in Peruvallur 0

Report Health officials have taken strict action against food safety violations in Peruvallur, Malappuram, filing cases against two shops for selling preserved food without proper hygiene. Junior Health Inspectors Liju Ignatius and A. Anushree led the inspection, adding two new cases to the existing three. Officials will submit charge sheets for the latest cases tomorrow,

Toxic Boondi Threatens Public Health in Dhubri During Ramadan 0
- Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 10, 2025
Report Unethical traders in the Dhubri district in Assam are selling contaminated Boondi, a popular fried chickpea snack, by adding toxic, non-edible colours from the Raja Rani brand (non-edible, industrial-grade dyes). They use these synthetic dyes to enhance the snack’s appearance, putting consumers at serious health risks. Adulterated Boondi Spreads Across Markets Markets across Fakirganj,
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How Climate Change Affects Food Safety in India 0
- Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 8, 2025
As climate change impacts the planet, food safety is increasingly at risk, especially in India, where agriculture is a vital part of the economy and people’s livelihoods. Unpredictable weather patterns, such as extreme heat, floods, and changing rainfall, are directly affecting the quality and safety of the food we rely on. These changes not only
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Karnataka FDA Raises Concerns Over Plastic Use in Holige Preparation 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 8, 2025
Report As Ugadi approaches Karnataka this year, Holige (a festival treat made of dough stuffed with jaggery, coconut, and lentils) is under scrutiny due to vendors using plastic sheets for its preparation and packaging. The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) in Karnataka has raised alarms about the health risks associated with these practices. Plastic
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