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Kochi Mandi Outbreak: Shigella Cases Prompt Safe Food Advisory 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 17, 2026
Key Update Three people who developed food poisoning after eating mandi at Al-Reem Kuzhimandhi restaurant in Kochi have tested positive for Shigella, prompting health authorities to step up surveillance and expand the investigation. Around 15 people sought medical treatment after eating at the restaurant on July 13. They developed symptoms, including diarrhoea and abdominal pain,
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Why Does Mandi Keep Appearing in Food Poisoning Reports?0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- July 16, 2026
Kuzhimandi has become one of Kerala’s most popular restaurant dishes, enjoyed by families, groups of friends, and food lovers alike. Its distinctive smoky flavour, generous portions, and widespread availability have made it a favourite across the state. Yet in recent years, several food poisoning incidents involving restaurants serving mandi (locally known as kuzhimandi) have been
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Shawaya Meal Sends 12 to Hospital in Kerala 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 2, 2026
People Fall Ill After Eating Shawarma and Mayonnaise At least 12 people sought medical treatment after reportedly developing symptoms of suspected food poisoning following the consumption of shawaya, shawarma and mayonnaise from Signature Dish in Kadakkavoor, Thiruvananthapuram district. They experienced vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, dizziness and, in some cases, breathing difficulty. Doctors treated them at the Government
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Beyond Toddy: The Need for Safe Food Practices 0

Overview The recent death of a Kumarakom resident after consuming toddy and food from a toddy shop in Kottayam has once again brought food safety into public discussion. While authorities continue to investigate the incident and await post-mortem and laboratory reports to determine the exact cause of death, the case reminds us why toddy shops

Safe Lunchboxes Matter: FSSAI Issues Food Packing Guidelines 0

Overview As packed meals remain a daily routine for millions of students, office-goers, and workers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has highlighted the importance of safe food packing practices in preventing foodborne illnesses. In a recent post on social media platform X, the food regulator urged consumers to pay as much

FSSAI Bans Metal Pins and Wires in Food Packaging After Safety Concerns Rise 0

Key Update FSSAI has banned the use of metallic pins, staple pins, wires, and other sharp materials in food packaging and handling after reports highlighted serious safety risks. The authority took action following a recent incident in Thane, where a three-year-old boy accidentally swallowed two metal wires hidden inside decorative elements of his birthday cake.