Food Hygiene Archives

FDA Cracks Down on Unsanitary Biryani Vendors in Goa 0

Report The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) in Goa, announced on Tuesday its commitment to targeting unhygienic dining establishments, with a particular focus on biryani vendors operating along coastal routes during the tourism season. A team led by FDA officer Richard Noronha shut down five facilities in Calangute on Tuesday due to unsanitary conditions and

BMC to Train 10,000 Food Vendors on Safety and Hygiene Standards 0

Report To mitigate public health risks linked to unsafe food practices, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched a comprehensive training initiative for around 10,000 licensed food vendors. This initiative aims to enhance food safety, hygiene, and storage practices, ensuring better protection for the public. BMC Collaborates with FSSAI In a strategic move to improve

Investigation into Food Poisoning at NCC Camp in Thrikkakara 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, News
- December 26, 2024
Report Brigadier G. Suresh, the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Group Commander from Kollam, leads a committee investigating the alleged food poisoning incident at the NCC camp held at KMM College, Thrikkakara, on Monday. The acting additional director general of NCC directed the formation of the inquiry committee. Following a two-day pause due to the incident,
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Food Safety Department Shuts Down Salem Collectorate Canteen Over Violations 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, News
- December 19, 2024
Report The Food Safety Department imposed a ₹2,000 penalty on the canteen at the Salem Collectorate and temporarily shut it down on Wednesday. Officials took this action due to concerns about high food prices, unsanitary conditions, and the misuse of publicly-provided document copies for customer service. Inspection Findings Officials identified several violations of food safety
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Food Poisoning Affects Hundreds at Perunkaliyattam Festival in Payyanur 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, News
- December 18, 2024
Report A suspected food poisoning outbreak during the Perunkaliyattam festival at the Cheruthazham Kokkadu Muchilottu Temple in Payyanur, Kannur has left approximately 300 individuals seeking medical care. Over the last two days of the festival, attendees who consumed food from temporary stalls reported symptoms of foodborne illness. Medical Response and Patient Updates Health officials treated
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