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Kollam Woman Dies After Eating Tuna Fish; Poisoning Suspected 0

Report A 46-year-old woman from Kollam, Deepthi Prabha, died on Wednesday night, reportedly due to food poisoning after consuming tuna fish. Her husband, Syam Kumar (51) and son Arjun (22), who also ate the fish, were hospitalised with vomiting and diarrhoea. Their conditions are stable, according to police. The family had purchased a large tuna

Thiruvananthapuram Railway Faces Food Safety Crisis Due to Officer Shortage 0

Overview A food safety crisis is unfolding in the Thiruvananthapuram Railway Division as passengers unknowingly consume poor-quality food due to the lack of food safety officers. The health department has left the position of Food Safety Officer vacant for over a year, allowing food safety inspections to go unchecked. This oversight has allowed the sale

Food Fail: Top Restaurant Chains in Lucknow Flunk Safety Tests 0

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May 19, 2025

Report In a major crackdown on food safety violations, authorities in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, found 36 food samples from 12 leading restaurant chains substandard. According to media reports, outlets of brands like KFC, McDonald’s, Subway, Pizza Hut, Haldiram’s, Barista, and Domino’s failed multiple food safety tests. The Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA),

Hidden Booze in Your Chocolates? FDA Cracks Down on Imported Treats 0
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- May 16, 2025
Report The Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) Department has started collecting samples of imported chocolates from across Karnataka amid concerns over undisclosed alcohol content in these products. According to media reports, many popular imported chocolates often lack clear labels warning consumers—especially children—about their alcohol content. Focus on Clear Alcohol Disclosure in Labels The department’s
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Vande Bharat Food Scare: Kochi Canteen Sealed, Probe Begins 0
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- May 16, 2025
Report Kochi Corporation sealed a private railway catering facility in Kadavanthra after health officials found unhygienic and contaminated food meant for several trains, including the Vande Bharat Express. A surprise inspection exposed serious lapses in food safety and sanitation. Following the raid, both Kochi Corporation and the Railway authorities launched a formal inquiry to determine
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Clay Pot Water Safety: 5 Tips to Keep Your Earthen Pot Clean and Safe 0
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- May 15, 2025
Matka water, or clay pot water, is a traditional, eco-friendly way to stay cool during hot weather. The porous clay naturally cools the water without the need for electricity or chemicals, making it a popular and healthy choice. However, if not cleaned properly, matkas can become a breeding ground for harmful bacteria, mould, and dirt.
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