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Bengaluru Idli Sales Drop After FDA Hygiene Inspections 0

Report After the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department (FDA) conducted inspections across Karnataka, idli sales at Bengaluru’s popular darshinis dropped significantly. Customers are increasingly cautious about hygiene, with some specifically asking if cloth is used in the cooking process. Shift in Customer Preferences Breakfast spots in areas like Malleswaram, RT Nagar, and Jayanagar report

FDA Cracks Down on Adulterated Food and Spices in Bengaluru 0

Report After cracking down on the use of plastic sheets in food preparation, the FDA launched statewide inspections in Bengaluru to address rising complaints about food quality. The inspections targeted hotels, messes, and bakeries to ensure safety. During these inspections, FDA officials discovered adulterated spices and substandard ingredients, including jaggery, oil, paneer, and tea powder.

FDA Inspects Ice Cream and Soft Drink Facilities in Karnataka 0

Report As summer approaches and the demand for frozen treats and soft drinks rises, the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) in Karnataka has begun inspecting local ice cream and soft drink production facilities. The inspections aim to identify stores that use unsanitary storage methods, excessive synthetic flavorings, harmful dyes, and low-quality raw materials in

FDA Launches Operation Stork Speed to Improve Infant Formula Safety 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 24, 2025
Overview Through Operation Stork Speed, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is enhancing infant formula safety by implementing a nutrient evaluation process and increasing testing for heavy metals and contaminants. The FDA is urging companies to improve transparency and labelling, ensuring clearer and more accurate information for consumers. Comprehensive Update on Infant Formula Nutrients
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U.S. Plans to Ban Artificial Food Dyes for Consumer Safety 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- March 14, 2025
Report The U.S. government is moving toward banning artificial colour additives or food dyes to enhance consumer safety. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. informed industry executives on Monday that the ban would take effect before his term ends. ABC News reported this development, citing an internal memo. Meeting with Industry Leaders
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Crack Down on Substandard Food & Drink in North Goa 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 12, 2025
Report The Additional District Magistrate-cum-Adjudicating Officer of North Goa has penalized multiple food business operators for violating food safety regulations. Fines for Adulterated Gin and Whiskey Authorities fined gin sellers ₹50,000 each for using erythrosine, a synthetic colourant banned under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulation, 2011. Additionally, a
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