Food Safety Archives

Viral Pakora Video from Ludhiana Sparks Serious Food Safety Concerns 0

Key Update A recent video of a street vendor in Ludhiana preparing pakoras has sparked widespread concern about food safety in India. Captured near Gill Chowk, the video went viral after being reposted on social media platforms like X, drawing millions of views and strong reactions from health experts and the public alike. Plastic in

Saudi Arabia Issues New Regulations for Private Food Laboratories 0

Key Development Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing has unveiled a comprehensive set of regulations for private food laboratories, introducing strict spatial, technical, and aesthetic standards. These new rules aim to enhance food safety, align with urban development goals, and create a more attractive environment for investment in the food and

Food Safety Teams Raid 80 Eateries in Visakhapatnam, Find Expired Ingredients 0

Key Development Food Safety and Legal Metrology officials raided 80 hotels, restaurants, bakeries, and sweet shops across Visakhapatnam in a massive drive to curb unsafe food practices. They carried out the coordinated inspections to check food safety compliance, kitchen hygiene, and the use of expired or unlabelled ingredients. The teams inspected kitchen areas, examined food

Kerala Launches ₹20 Bottle Buyback Scheme to Tackle Waste, Boost Food Safety 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness, News
- August 2, 2025
Key Development In a significant move to tackle environmental pollution and protect public health, the Kerala government is launching a bottle buyback scheme for liquor bottles sold through Bevco outlets. This deposit-return initiative, aimed at promoting cleaner surroundings and safer food environments, will roll out as a pilot project in Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur this September.
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Gujarat Invites Public Input on Stricter Food Safety Penalties 0
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- August 1, 2025
Key Development The Gujarat government has launched a public consultation to gather feedback on proposed amendments to the penal provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The Food and Drugs Control Administration (FDCA), under the Health and Family Welfare Department, is leading the effort to tighten enforcement and promote safer food practices across
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FSSAI Pushes QR Code for Food Safety App 0
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- August 1, 2025
Key Development The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all food outlets—including restaurants, cafés, dhabas, and eateries—to prominently display a QR code linked to its existing Food Safety Connect mobile app. This new requirement, issued on 25 July, aims to boost consumer engagement and make it easier for the public to
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