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Kerala Spiced with Poison?0

Key Update The Food Safety Commissionerate in Kerala detected dangerous levels of chemicals in food samples collected between April 2024 and March 2025. Tests revealed artificial food colours, pesticides, preservatives, and contaminants. Some foods contained pesticide residues more than 3500% above the permitted limit, raising serious health concerns. Industrial Dyes and Carcinogens Found in Common

FSSAI Cracks Down on Adulterated Jalebi, Sharbath in Karnataka 0

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

Stay Safe from Fruit Juice Adulteration This Summer 0

Summer gives the perfect excuse to sip on a refreshing glass of fruit juice. From cooling mangoes to sweet watermelons, fresh juices are a favourite treat for many. At local stalls, you’ll often find colourful juices being served in glasses filled with ice, tempting you to stop and enjoy. But with rising demand during the

Court Fines for Excessive Benzoate in Pickles 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 17, 2025
Overview The Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Kasaragod has fined a shop owner and a manufacturer for selling pickles containing excessive levels of chemicals beyond the permissible limit. The court found excess benzoate in mango pickles purchased from Metro Retailers in Kasaragod city. Fines Imposed The court fined M. Nimesh and C.H. Mushir, the owners
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Decoding Food Labels: A Simple Guide for Indian Shoppers 0
- Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 4, 2025
When shopping for packaged foods, do you ever wonder if you’re making the healthiest choice? With so many options available, it can be tough to know which one is truly good for you. Understanding food labels is key to making informed decisions. In India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) ensures that
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Food Safety Department Steps Up Inspections Ahead of Summer in Coimbatore 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 22, 2025
Report As summer approaches, locally-made soft drinks flood the market. In response, the food safety department in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, has announced plans to conduct regular inspections. These inspections will focus on monitoring the sale of unapproved soft drinks, pathaneer (palm neera), and fruit beverages. The department seeks to ensure consumer safety and raise awareness
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