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Street Food Safety in India: Challenges and Solutions 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 19, 2024
Street food is a beloved part of India‘s culture, offering affordable, quick, and delicious meals that attract millions daily. From spicy chaats to vada pavs, street food vendors are integral to urban life across the country. However, the safety of street food is a growing concern. Despite various safety regulations, foodborne illnesses linked to street
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Global Food Companies Offer Less Nutritious Products in Low-Income Countries, 2024 Index Reveals 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 11, 2024
Overview The Global Access to Nutrition Index 2024 reveals that global food giants like Unilever, Coca-Cola, Mondelez, PepsiCo, Kellanova, Nestlé, Lotte, and Mars are offering less nutritious products in low-income countries, including India. Published by the independent Access to Nutrition Initiative (ATNi), the index shows a stark difference in health star ratings. Products in low-income
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FSSAI Cracks Down on Hazardous Food Imports in Kodagu, Karnataka 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 9, 2024
FSSAI Takes Action Against Unsafe Food Imports Virajpet MLA A. S. Ponnanna has instructed Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) officials in Kodagu district, Karnataka, to ban the sale of hazardous food products imported from Kerala. The move follows public complaints and media reports about substandard food entering Kodagu’s Kutta, Makutta, and Perumbadi
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Food Chain Fallout: The Health Risks of Rising Antimicrobial Resistance 0

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses an emerging and urgent threat to global public health, with its increasing presence in the food supply chain becoming a growing concern. AMR occurs when bacteria evolve to survive antimicrobial drugs, rendering them ineffective in treating infections. In agriculture, overuse of antibiotics treats sick animals and promotes growth and disease prevention,

Panchayat and Health Center Lead Crackdown on Food Safety Violations in Alangad, Ernakulam 0

Comprehensive Food Safety Inspection Conducted in Alangad Led by the Panchayat and Alangad Family Health Center, officials in Ernakulam, Kerala, carried out a thorough inspection across multiple hotels, bakeries, other establishments, and migrant worker residences in areas such as Thirumuppam, Olanad, Kongorpilly, and nearby regions. The inspection aimed to enforce food safety standards and assess

Rise of Illegal Meat Shops in Haripad Raises Alarms on Public Health and Safety 0

Overview Illegal meat shops are rapidly increasing in the Haripad region, Alappuzha, Kerala with numerous outlets operating without licenses or inspections in both urban and rural areas. These unregulated butcher shops capitalize on rising meat demand, which has become a staple for many households. Allegations also suggest these shops may be selling meat from sick