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How Easy Is It to Phase Out Artificial Food Dyes in India?0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 7, 2026
Key Update Bright colours are deeply woven into India’s food culture—from sweets and bakery items to beverages and street foods. However, many of these colours come from artificial food dyes, which have long raised food safety and health concerns. While India regulates the use of synthetic colours, enforcement gaps and misuse remain common. With global
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A.P. Cracks Down on Cotton Candy Sales 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- January 27, 2026
Key Update The Andhra Pradesh Food Safety Department has stepped up checks on cotton candy sold at public events after finding continued use of banned colouring agents such as Rhodamine B. Vendors continue to sell cotton candy at busy locations in Vijayawada, including the recent Vijayawada Book Festival, despite the prohibition. Earlier Enforcement Delays Slowed
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FDA Cracks Down on Adulterated Food and Spices in Bengaluru 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 28, 2025
Report After cracking down on the use of plastic sheets in food preparation, the FDA launched statewide inspections in Bengaluru to address rising complaints about food quality. The inspections targeted hotels, messes, and bakeries to ensure safety. During these inspections, FDA officials discovered adulterated spices and substandard ingredients, including jaggery, oil, paneer, and tea powder.
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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

Pure Oil, Healthy Meals: Safeguarding Against Cooking Oil Adulteration 0

Cooking oil serves as a fundamental ingredient in every kitchen, vital for a wide range of culinary applications—from frying and sautéing to marinating and garnishing. However, the increasing prevalence of adulteration in cooking oils raises serious health concerns for consumers. Recently, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) revealed the troubling presence of

The Grain Gamble: Food Grain Adulteration 0

“It is easy to remove a weevil from a grain, but hard to reverse the damage it does.”- Michael Bassey Johnson In the age where food adulteration has unfortunately become as common as a cold, food grains are no exception to this man-made plague. Food grains are an important part of the diet for a