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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
- General, Health & Wellness
- November 8, 2024
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,
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Panchayat and Health Center Lead Crackdown on Food Safety Violations in Alangad, Ernakulam 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 8, 2024
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
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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

Quality Complaints Put Golgappas at Risk of Ban 0

Report After banning the use of artificial colours in Gobi Manchurian, the Karnataka state food department has ramped up its scrutiny to detect low-quality food items. The food safety department has installed quick food testing kits in public areas to identify poor-quality products. Purpose of Sample Collection As per reports, the department is thoroughly investigating

OPSON XIII: Europol’s Massive Crackdown on Food Fraud Across Europe 0

Report In a coordinated operation across 29 European countries, Europol, along with food regulatory agencies and local authorities, recently seized over 22,000 tonnes of fraudulent food and 850,000 litres of counterfeit alcoholic beverages. This extensive initiative, known as OPSON XIII, marks Europol’s most recent attempt to dismantle organized crime rings involved in food fraud—a growing