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Jaipur Raid Uncovers 8,500 Kg Rotten Fruits Ready for Sale

Key Update In a major food safety crackdown in Jaipur, food safety teams destroyed nearly 8,500 kg of rotten and fungus-infected fruits along with 1,500 kg of expired dates at a cold storage facility in Muhana Mandi in Jaipur. Officials acted during an early morning inspection drive at Aravalli Trade Vision to monitor fruit quality

Why Cucumber Adulteration Should Worry Consumers This Summer

Overview Cucumber is one of the most widely consumed summer vegetables in India. People eat it raw in salads, sandwiches, juices, and side dishes because it feels light, cooling, and refreshing. Since cucumber contains nearly 96% water, it helps the body stay hydrated during hot weather. Apart from hydration, cucumber also provides nutrients such as

Bluish-Black Discolouration in Cooked Ration Rice Triggers Concern in Kerala
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- May 8, 2026
Key Update Residents of Palappilly in the 10th ward of Melur panchayat in Thrissur have raised concerns after cooked rice prepared using ration rice reportedly turned dark bluish-black a few hours after cooking. Family Alerts Authorities After Colour Change According to the complaint, the family purchased the ration rice the previous day and cooked it
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FSSAI Launches ePAAS, Makes Single-Window Approval Mandatory From June 1
- A to Z, Food Laws, General, News
- May 8, 2026
Key Update FSSAI has launched a unified digital approval system called the Electronic Product and Claim Approval Application System (ePAAS), marking a major shift for India’s food industry. From June 1, 2026, companies must submit all applications related to product approvals, claims, nutraceuticals, novel ingredients, vegan products, Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMPs) and non-specified
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