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Indore Water Crisis Worsens After Infant Death on New Year’s Day 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, General, News
- January 1, 2026
Key Development India’s cleanest city, Indore, continues to grapple with a severe drinking water contamination crisis, with the death toll rising to 10 following the death of a six-month-old infant in Bhagirathpura on New Year’s Day. The outbreak has intensified concerns over drinking water safety—an essential pillar of food safety—as over 1,400 people have fallen
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35 Fall Ill After Thanksgiving Feast from Kanishka Cuisine of India, Seattle 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- December 10, 2025
Key Development A gastrointestinal outbreak linked to Thanksgiving meals from Kanishka Cuisine of India in Seattle has sickened 35 people, prompting a Public Health investigation. The illnesses began between November 28 and 29, 2025, and are tied to the restaurant’s “Fusion Thanksgiving Feast,” which customers picked up or received through delivery. Although investigators have not
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Reheat Eggs the Safe Way: Keep Them Tasty and Germ-Free 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, News
- October 11, 2025
Overview Leftover boiled or cooked eggs are common in many kitchens. But can you reheat them safely without making them rubbery? Yes — if done correctly. According to the FDA, reheated eggs must reach 165°F (74°C) to destroy bacteria like Salmonella. A 2023 PMC study found the risk of illness from properly cooked and stored
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Stale Meat Claimed Life in Vanasthalipuram 0

Key Development Nearly two weeks after a tragic food poisoning incident during Bonalu celebrations in Vanasthalipuram, Hyderabad, one family member remains under treatment while nine others, including four children, have recovered. The incident claimed the life of an RTC employee who had consumed stale meat, ie. boti (goat intestines) that were stored in the refrigerator

Avoiding Salmonella and E. coli: A Microbiologist’s Perspective 0

Report Every year, millions suffer from food poisoning from bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli. Outdoor eating — picnics and barbecues — raises the risk, as food stays exposed to germs and insects. You need clean hands, but parks and beaches rarely have soap and hot water. Alcohol hand gels help, but they don’t kill

Viral Video Sparks Debate on Indian Street Food Hygiene 0

Report A video claiming to show the cleanest Indian street food has gone viral, racking up nearly 5 million views on X (formerly Twitter). The clip features a street vendor preparing a rose-syrup drink at an unusually clean and organised stall, challenging common perceptions about hygiene in India’s street food scene. The vendor works with