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Hyderabad Toddy Adulteration: Death Toll Hits 5, Alprazolam Under Scrutiny 0

Overview The death toll in the suspected toddy adulteration case in Hyderabad rose to five on Thursday. Preliminary lab tests confirmed the presence of Alprazolam—a powerful sedative used to treat anxiety and panic disorders—in samples collected from three licensed depots in the Kukatpally area. Excise Department Arrests Four in Connection with the Case Excise officials

Adulterated Milk Tanker Seized in Agra After Child Deaths 0

Report In a dramatic crackdown, officials intercepted a tanker carrying 5,000 litres of adulterated milk on its way from Madhya Pradesh to Agra via the Agra-Bah road. Acting swiftly, they disposed of the contaminated milk by dumping it onto the road, aiming to eliminate any risk to public health. A video of the operation quickly

Tainted Toddy Toll Rises: 4 Dead, 37 Hospitalised in Hyderabad 0

Report The death toll from suspected adulterated toddy consumption in Hyderguda, Kukatpally in Hyderabad rose to four by Wednesday evening, while the number of hospitalised victims climbed to 37. Officials reported a sharp increase in cases from 15 on Tuesday night to 37 by the following day. Doctors at NIMS Hospital are treating 31 patients,

Food Safety Crackdown in Srivilliputtur Ahead of Adi Pooram Fest 0
- A to Z, Blog, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 10, 2025
Report The Food Safety Department has instructed all those setting up temporary eateries and annadanam counters during the Adi Pooram fest at Andal Temple in Srivilliputtur near Madurai to obtain valid food safety licences. Food Safety Designated Officer S. Mariappan addressed local traders on Wednesday, informing them about the mandatory licence requirement for food distribution during
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‘No Palm Oil’ Labels Mislead, Not Inform, Says IFBA 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 10, 2025
Palm Oil Isn’t the Enemy, Marketing Is The Indian Food and Beverage Association (IFBA) has strongly criticised the growing trend of ‘No Palm Oil’ labels on consumer products, calling them a marketing gimmick that misleads consumers. The association asserted that companies use these labels to exploit public fears about health, despite palm oil’s long-standing and
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Hormone-Injected Fish Spark Food Safety Outrage After Viral Video 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- July 9, 2025
Report A viral video circulating on social media has exposed a disturbing trend in fish farming: the illegal use of hormones to accelerate fish growth. The footage allegedly shows a local fish farmer injecting fish with 17α-methyltestosterone, a banned hormone known for artificially increasing fish size and weight. While the practice boosts profits by making
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