foodborne illnesses Archives

Unsafe Kitchens and Auditoriums raises alarm in Kasaragod 0

Key Update The State Cooking Workers’ Union in Kasaragod reported that several auditoriums in the district operate without valid food safety and health certificates, as well as catering licenses. The union urged the Health and Food Safety Department to take strict action against these widespread violations to protect public health. They also pointed out that

FDA Pune Intensifies Food Safety Checks Ahead of Palkhi Procession 0

Report As the annual palkhi procession begins, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Pune, has launched an extensive food safety drive to monitor and regulate temporary food stalls and prasad distribution along the wari route. FDA officials aim to prevent foodborne illnesses, especially during the monsoon, when the risk of contamination increases. FDA has deployed

Why the Food Cold Chain Matters: Keeping Food Fresh and Safe 0

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May 14, 2025

When you pick up fresh produce, milk, or a frozen pizza from the store, have you ever wondered how it stays fresh and safe? The answer lies in the food cold chain. This system ensures that perishable food stays safe, fresh, and high-quality by keeping it at the right temperature from farm to table. The

India’s Packaged Food Nightmares: Mice in Syrup, Frogs in Snacks 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- April 7, 2025
Report Over the past three years, at least 38% of Indian households have purchased packaged food products—still within their expiration dates—that turned out to be contaminated with insects, mold, or other impurities. This alarming insight comes from a recent survey by LocalCircles, a community-based platform. Released on World Health Day 2025, the survey paints a
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Keep Kitchen Sponges Clean to Prevent Foodborne Illness 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- February 27, 2025
Maintaining proper kitchen hygiene is crucial to preventing the spread of illness-causing germs. While washing hands is a common practice, it’s equally important to ensure your kitchen surfaces and cleaning tools, like sponges, remain free from harmful bacteria. Improperly cleaned surfaces can lead to cross-contamination, increasing the risk of foodborne illnesses. From wiping down counters
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Cockroach Found in Paneer Tikka Sandwich at Ujjain Restaurant 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- February 19, 2025
Report Ravi Bedi, a patron of Sagar Gaire Restaurant in Ujjain, was left horrified when he found a dead cockroach in his Paneer Tikka Sandwich. The discovery led to an immediate complaint to the city’s food department. In response to Bedi’s complaint, food safety inspectors raided the restaurant and seized the contaminated sandwich for further
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