Overview Food Safety Officer Mohamed Manzar Hussain has ordered all hotels and restaurants in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, to display certified documents proving food quality, water safety, and kitchen hygiene. Establishments must prominently showcase certificates for food-grade packaging, water quality, and kitchen sanitation. Officials Warn of Strict Action for Non-Compliance Hussain stated that food safety teams will
READ MOREEvery year on June 5, people worldwide celebrate World Environment Day—a moment to reflect on how our actions impact the planet and our health. This year, plastic pollution demands urgent attention for its direct threat to the safety of the food we eat. Plastic pollution is everywhere—in oceans, rivers, streets, and even the air. But
READ MOREReport Despite a clear ban by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), many hotels and roadside eateries in Hubballi-Dharwad continue to indulge in unsafe food packaging, ie. single-use plastic and newspaper. FSSAI recently directed the Karnataka food safety department to investigate these violations, but the practice remains rampant. Authorities Struggle with Enforcement
READ MOREThe Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has redefined “food grade packaging material” as essential for food safety, signaling a shift in regulatory focus. Announced on April 3, 2025, this update imposes stricter compliance requirements under the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018. What’s New? Certificate of Conformity Requirement: All food packaging
READ MOREOverview Health experts and consumers have raised alarms over the widespread use of substandard silver foils for food packaging at roadside eateries in Chennai. These foils, intended to preserve food and enhance presentation, often pose serious health risks due to their poor quality. An Alarming Practice Roadside vendors commonly use thin, low-cost silver foils that
READ MOREIn today’s health-conscious world, food-grade packaging is more than just a protective layer; it’s a commitment to safety and sustainability. Essential in the food industry, this packaging is crafted from materials that meet rigorous standards, ensuring they won’t compromise the taste, smell, or nutritional quality of the food. From safeguarding against contamination to preserving freshness,
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