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
READ MOREReport In March 2024, the Karnataka government imposed a ban on harmful artificial dyes in foods like manchurian, kebabs, and cotton candy to protect public health. However, a recent reality check reveals that brightly coloured food items are still widely available, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the ban. FDA Findings Reveal Unsafe Food In
READ MOREIndia’s food market is one of the largest and most diverse in the world, and with an ever-growing consumer base, there is an increasing demand for safe, high-quality food products. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) plays a critical role in safeguarding public health by regulating food safety. It ensures that food
READ MORERecent reports indicate that several governments have prohibited cotton candy due to health hazards linked to rhodamine B. This chemical compound gives cotton candy its bright colour. While manufacturers use rhodamine B to colour materials like cotton, wool, leather, jute, and silk, authorities strictly forbid its application in food. What is Rhodamine B? Rhodamine B
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