Food Safety Archives

New Packaging Cuts Mercury Contamination in Canned Tuna by 35%0

Report Scientists at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have developed a novel packaging method that lowers mercury levels in canned tuna by 35%, addressing a major health concern associated with consuming the fish. The research team created an active packaging system that utilizes a water-based cysteine solution to interact with the fish and reduce

Kasaragod Hotels Face Health Crackdown 0

Report The Kasaragod municipal health department conducted inspections across the city, uncovering expired food, banned plastic products, and poor waste management practices in several hotels and canteens. Officials confiscated expired food items from several establishments, including Signature Metro on MG Road, Udupi Arya Bhavan in Karanthakkad, and Shalimar, Century, Moonlight, and Homecho near the new

Nine Fall Ill After Eating Grilled Chicken at Madurai Restaurant 0

Report On February 4, 2025, at least nine individuals became ill after consuming grilled chicken at a restaurant on Chinnakadai Street in Madurai’s Sholavandan area, raising concerns about food safety in local eateries. Victims Seek Medical Attention Among the affected individuals, four were hospitalized at Sholavandan Government Hospital, while the remaining five, who suffered from

Tatanagar and Bokaro Stations Earn Eat Right Certification 0
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- February 4, 2025
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has awarded the Eat Right Station certification to Tatanagar and Bokaro railway stations, recognizing their commitment to providing passengers with safe, hygienic, and nutritious food options. FSSAI conducted a comprehensive two-month evaluation, assessing 25 food stalls at Tatanagar and 14 at Bokaro. The evaluation focused on
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Authorities Uncover Fake Ghee Operation in Agra, Seize 25,500 kg 0
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- January 31, 2025
Report In early January, authorities in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, uncovered a facility that produced fake ghee. Located in the Tajganj area along Shamsabad Road, the factory mixed harmful substances like urea, palm oil, and synthetic flavours to imitate well-known dairy brands. Officials confiscated 25,500 kilograms of fake ghee and raw materials used in its production,
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Thoothukudi Rs 20 Biryani Restaurant’s License Suspended 0
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- January 30, 2025
Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has temporarily suspended the license of a Thoothukudi restaurant in Tamilnadu that sells chicken biryani at Rs 20, following complaints of unhygienic food preparation and misleading claims about the dish. The suspension comes after a complaint to District Collector K Elambahavath raised concerns about the
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