Food Safety Archives

Indian Spices Face Quality Scrutiny Abroad, Government Acts to Ensure Safety 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- December 3, 2024
Report The Ministry of Commerce confirmed that Indian spices are not banned in Singapore or Hong Kong, despite some quality concerns. Minister of State for Health Prataprao Jadhav informed Lok Sabha on Friday that food safety authorities in these countries had previously recalled specific batches of Indian spice mixtures due to ethylene oxide (EtO) levels
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Preventing Airborne Contamination in Food: Best Practices for Safety 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- December 2, 2024
Airborne contamination in food poses a serious threat to food safety and public health. Harmful agents such as bacteria, viruses, mould spores, dust, and environmental pollutants can easily travel through the air, settling on food during preparation, storage, or serving. This type of contamination is especially concerning in environments where hygiene and ventilation are insufficient.
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ANU Students Protest Over Poor Hostel Food Quality 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- December 2, 2024
Report Students at Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU), Guntur, staged a protest on November 29, 2024, demanding better food quality in the hostel mess. They alleged finding insects in rice and sambar, with one report claiming a frog was discovered in the sambar. Hundreds of students gathered at the university’s main gate and the Vice-Chancellor’s chamber,
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Reducing Health Risks from Natural Toxins in Food 0

Food provides essential nourishment, but some naturally occurring substances, known as natural toxins, can pose significant health risks if consumed in certain quantities or under specific conditions. These toxins, produced by plants, fungi, and animals as defence mechanisms, can range from mild irritants to severe threats causing organ damage, neurological issues, or even cancer. The

Food Poisoning Incident in Kochi Leads to Closure of Catering Establishment 0

Report The Food Safety Department swiftly shut down Lillie’s Kitchen, a catering establishment in north Ernakulam, after students from a special school in Kozhikode fell ill following the consumption of food provided by the business during a recreational trip. The department also revoked the establishment’s catering license due to unhygienic food preparation practices. Boat Violations

Food Safety Department Warns Against Harmful Artificial Food Colors 0

Warning from the Food Safety Department The Food Safety Department of Kerala has warned against the widespread use of artificial colours in food items, bakery products, and soft drinks. Some of these contain banned food colours that can cause serious health issues. Even approved food colours, when used excessively, can lead to health problems. To