food safety regulations Archives

Telangana Food Safety Task Force Uncovers Nutraceutical Violations in IDA Mallapur 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 23, 2024
Report The Telangana State Food Safety Task Force inspected nutraceutical manufacturing units in IDA Mallapur and identified multiple violations of safety standards. On November 20 and 21, officials raided Vin Biomed and Nuvista Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd, uncovering serious breaches of food safety regulations. Expired Ingredients and Improperly Labeled Products Discovered During the November 20 raid
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Is There Lead in Your Turmeric?0
- Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- November 15, 2024
Turmeric, often called the “golden spice,” has long been praised for its vibrant colour and powerful health benefits. From boosting immunity to reducing inflammation, it’s a staple in kitchens and medicine cabinets worldwide. But recent reports have raised a troubling question: Is your turmeric contaminated with lead? Growing evidence suggests that turmeric, especially from certain
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Keeping Catering Safe: Kerala’s Food Safety Force in Action 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 4, 2024
Overview The food safety department’s specialized task force conducted thorough inspections at catering units in central Kerala in response to the rising number of food poisoning cases and related grievances linked to catering services. On November 1 and 2, 30 squads inspected 151 establishments across the Palakkad, Thrissur, Ernakulam, Idukki, and Kottayam districts. Key Findings
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FSSAI Mandates New Reporting Standards for Food Testing Labs 0

On October 15, 2024, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an important notice requiring all food testing labs to adopt specific test report formats. This update, which emphasizes the inclusion of the NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) emblem, aligns with the Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011,

Union Health Minister Urges Stronger Food Safety Regulations 0

Introduction Health Minister JP Nadda urges for regulations for innovative foods such as lab-grown meat and plant-based proteins. The minister emphasized the importance of stringent food safety regulations and a flexible regulatory framework to tackle emerging food trends. He highlighted the importance of organic farming in reducing pesticide dangers and India’s initiatives in sustainable packaging.