Food Safety Archives

Food Colouring: What Are They?0

Food colouring or food dyes are primarily used to make the food look appealing. It is mostly used in candies, baked goods, and breakfast cereals. Food dyes are also being increasingly used in sodas, gelatin desserts, meat products, and pet food. Over the years, more and more synthetic dyes have become popular and are being

The coffee cause célèbre: All about your cuppa 0

For many, coffee is the fuel they need to kick-start their day. The celebrated status of this energy-boosting beverage is easily demonstrated. A simple Google search on quotes about coffee will give you an idea of how revered coffee is in the modern world, defined by its emphasis on hustle culture. However, like many foods

35 students fell ill after a ‘lizard’ was found in their breakfast 0

In Medak, Telangana, 35 children at a government school became unwell when a lizard was discovered in their breakfast. The reptile may have unintentionally fallen into the food when it was being prepared, according to preliminary findings. Two students were hospitalised while the rest were discharged after observation. The Report The District Education Officer, who

FSSAI raid on cloud kitchens in Ameerpet, Hyderabad 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- July 10, 2024
Officials of the Food Safety Department, Telangana, conducted a raid on the cloud kitchens of two large brands in Hyderabad’s Ameerpet—Rebel Foods Private Limited and ITC—and found expired food ,labelling and other violations. The Findings Officials discovered expired goods in the storeroom of Rebel Foods Private Limited, a cloud kitchen in SR Nagar, Ameerpet, including
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New Food Packaging regulations Are Released By FSSAI 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety
- July 8, 2024
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has approved modifications to the nutritional information labeling on food packaging. The proposals include displaying total salt, sugar, and saturated fat in larger font sizes and bold letters. According to PTI, the FSSAI will release a draft notification and solicit feedback from stakeholders. Official Statement According
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Tea Powder Adulteration: 140 kg Seized From Malappuram 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- July 4, 2024
Introduction: In Vengoor, Malappuram, authorities seized approximately 140 kilograms of tea bags from a building adjacent to Ashiq’s residence, a local business owner. The Department of Health provided limited information, suspecting the tea powder may have been adulterated. Samples of the seized powder have been forwarded to the Food Safety Department for thorough testing. Analysis
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