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Toxic Dyes Found on Raw Chicken During Warangal Raids 0

Key Update Food safety officials in Warangal in Telangana, have uncovered the use of hazardous synthetic dyes on raw chicken at several retail outlets, raising serious concerns about food safety and public health. The food safety department conducted inspections along with members of the Consumer Rights Forum and found that some traders were applying artificial

Monoglycerides Explained: Food Additive or Adulteration Concern?0

Food adulteration incidents often bring unfamiliar ingredients into public discussion. One such compound that has recently drawn attention is monoglycerides. Although the food industry uses these substances legitimately in food processing, their mention in adulteration investigations has raised questions about their safety and role in food products. In India, where ingredients such as ghee form an

One Tonne of Adulterated Jaggery Seized in Vellore Ahead of Pongal 0

Key Development Ahead of the Pongal festival, officials from the Food Safety Division seized around one tonne of adulterated jaggery during a surprise inspection at shops and warehouses in the Vellore wholesale market on Tuesday. The inspection targeted high-volume jaggery trading zones in British-era market lanes, where demand rises sharply during festivals such as Pongal

Food Safety Glossary: Simple Terms Everyone Should Know 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General
- December 23, 2025
Food safety affects everyone, whether we cook at home, buy packaged foods, or eat outside. Yet, many food safety discussions use technical terms that are difficult for consumers to understand. This gap in understanding often prevents people from recognising risks or taking timely action when food is unsafe. Knowing basic food safety terms empowers consumers
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Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to 41% Higher Risk of Lung Cancer, Finds U.S. Study 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- August 2, 2025
Key Development A recent U.S. study published in Thorax has raised concern among health experts by linking ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption to a 41% increased risk of lung cancer. The researchers found that adults who consumed the highest amounts of UPFs—such as packaged bread, soda, instant noodles, ice cream, sugary cereals, and processed meats—were significantly
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Big Update! New FSSAI Standards for Meat, Oils, Additives, and More 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- July 25, 2025
At a Glance The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has finalised major amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) First Amendment Regulations, 2025. These changes will take effect from February 1, 2026, and aim to strengthen food safety and quality for consumers. The updated regulations introduce
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