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FDA Shuts Down Unlicensed Blinkit Store in Pune 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, Resources
- June 9, 2025
Report The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has shut down a Blinkit-linked dark store in Pune for serious food safety violations. Operated by M/s Energy Darkstore Services near Mitcon College, Balewadi, the store was found distributing food without a valid license under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Acting on a consumer complaint,
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Zepto Dharavi Warehouse Violated Food Safety: Expired Goods & Fungal Growth 0
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- June 3, 2025
Report The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food safety license of Zepto Warehouse in Dharavi in Mumbai after inspectors uncovered multiple food safety violations during a surprise visit. Expired Goods and Fungal Contamination Detected FDA officials discovered that the facility stored expired food items alongside fresh stock and placed products directly on
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Mumbai Firm Booked for Selling Expired Food Without Licence 0
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- June 3, 2025
Report The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken legal action against Khushi Trading, a firm based in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, for allegedly repackaging expired food products and reselling them on the market. FDA officials discovered that the company operated without a valid food safety license and had continued business despite previous shutdown orders. Surprise
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FDA Shuts Down Zepto’s Dharavi Hub Over Food Safety Violations 0

Report The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suspended the food business license of Quick-commerce company Zepto at its Dharavi, Mumbai location after uncovering serious food safety violations. Following a tip-off from Minister of State for FDA Yogen Kadam, inspectors conducted a surprise inspection at the facility. During their visit, they found fungal contamination on

Hidden Booze in Your Chocolates? FDA Cracks Down on Imported Treats 0

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May 16, 2025

Report The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) Department has started collecting samples of imported chocolates from across Karnataka amid concerns over undisclosed alcohol content in these products. According to media reports, many popular imported chocolates often lack clear labels warning consumers—especially children—about their alcohol content. Focus on Clear Alcohol Disclosure in Labels The department’s

Walmart Recalls 4 Food Items Since March, Cites Safety First 0

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May 15, 2025

Report Since March 2025, Walmart has recalled four food products after receiving alerts from the FDA and identifying issues through internal safety checks. Fortunately, no illnesses have been reported. As the world’s largest retailer, with nearly 95% of Americans shopping in its stores at least twice a year, Walmart responds swiftly to any food safety