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Vande Bharat Food Scare: Kochi Canteen Sealed, Probe Begins 0

May 16, 2025

Report Kochi Corporation sealed a private railway catering facility in Kadavanthra after health officials found unhygienic and contaminated food meant for several trains, including the Vande Bharat Express. A surprise inspection exposed serious lapses in food safety and sanitation. Following the raid, both Kochi Corporation and the Railway authorities launched a formal inquiry to determine

Are Your Health Supplements Safe? Know Before You Buy 0

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May 13, 2025

You’ll find health supplements everywhere these days—whether it’s protein powders, vitamin tablets, herbal drinks, or probiotics. Stores, gyms, and online platforms sell them widely, often promising to boost immunity, improve strength, or support digestion. But are these products safe to consume? In India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) steps in to

The Hidden Danger of Counterfeit ORS: A Food Safety Concern 0

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May 10, 2025

When you or a loved one suffers from dehydration—whether from diarrhoea, heatstroke, or even an intense workout—the first thing you might reach for is Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS). This lifesaving solution, typically in the form of a powder mixed with water, helps to replenish lost fluids and essential electrolytes. It’s a quick fix that can

FSSAI and BMC Train Mumbai Street Food Vendors on Food Safety 0
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- May 10, 2025
Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in collaboration with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), has started training street food vendors to enhance food safety. On Wednesday, around 400 vendors attended a training session at the Lokshahir Anna Bhau Sathe Natyagruha Auditorium in Byculla, Mumbai. Partnership Aims to Improve Street Food Safety
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FSSAI Cracks Down on Adulterated Jalebi, Sharbath in Karnataka 0
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- May 7, 2025
Statewide Food Safety Checks Begin In a fresh effort to tackle the use of harmful colours and substandard ingredients in food, the Karnataka division of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched a special drive to inspect sweets and summer beverages like jalebi and sharbath. FSSAI officials across Karnataka have started
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Thoothukudi Pushes ‘Eat Right’ Drive: Know Before You Dine 0
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- May 6, 2025
Report The Food Safety Department in Thoothukudi district of Tamil Nadu has launched a proactive campaign to educate consumers on key food safety norms before they choose a restaurant. Acting on suggestions from the Food Safety and Drug Administration, the department aims to promote informed dining choices and encourage responsible food business practices. As part
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