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FDA Issues Class I Recall for Chocolate Spread Over Salmonella Risk 0

Report The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class I recall after tests confirmed Salmonella contamination in a chocolate spread. Turkish company Emek Gıda produced the spread, which gained TikTok fame in 2024 for its creamy pistachio and kadayıf filling. This recalled batch is one of several versions launched after Dubai-based Fix Dessert

FDA Approves Gardenia Blue: A Natural Alternative to Artificial Dyes 0

Overview The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new natural blue food colouring made from gardenia fruit, marking another step in replacing synthetic dyes. Alongside this approval, the FDA urged the food industry to speed up efforts to eliminate Red No. 3 from products. The agency announced on July 14 that manufacturers can

Cafe Goodluck Under Fire After Shocking Discovery 0

Overview Pune’s legendary Cafe Goodluck faces intense scrutiny after a couple alleged they discovered glass shards in a food item served at the restaurant. The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) responded swiftly and temporarily suspended the eatery’s licence. The controversy began when the couple visited the popular café, ordered a bun muska and chai,

Nandurbar Oil Scare: Factory Sealed, FDA Staff Suspended 0
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- July 9, 2025
Overview Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) uncovered substandard and unsafe edible oil during routine checks in Nandurbar district. Officials tested 12 samples of soybean and groundnut oil and found five unfit for consumption. Acting quickly, the state sealed the manufacturing unit in Akkalkuwa responsible for the adulterated products. State Suspends FDA Officials for Negligence
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FDA Elevates Blueberries Recall to Highest Risk Level 0
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- July 7, 2025
Report The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded the recent recall of organic blueberries to its most severe category — Class I. Alma Pak International LLC, based in Georgia, voluntarily initiated the recall on June 9 after routine testing detected Listeria monocytogenes in its products. The affected shipment included 400 boxes, each weighing
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Maharashtra to Launch Toll-Free Complaints Line for e-commerce Apps 0
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- July 5, 2025
Report The Maharashtra government will soon introduce toll-free numbers for consumers to directly report complaints against food e-commerce platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, and Zepto. Raids Reveal Shocking Practices Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) minister Narhari Zirwal stated that officials have already conducted multiple inspections of companies such as Zepto, Swiggy, and Zomato across the
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