Watermelon Archives

Watermelon, Noodles Trigger Food Poisoning Scare in Gorakhpur Family 0
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- May 23, 2026
key Update A suspected food poisoning incident in Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhpur hospitalised at least nine members of the same family after they allegedly consumed watermelon and noodles at their home in Malav village under the Belipar police station area. The incident reportedly occurred on May 14. Soon after eating, family members, including children and elderly
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Watermelon Turns Fatal: Rat Poison Detected in Mumbai Family Death Case 0
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- May 13, 2026
Key Update A shocking twist has emerged in the deaths of a family of four in Mumbai after forensic investigators confirmed that the victims did not die from ordinary food poisoning. Investigators found traces of zinc phosphide, a highly toxic chemical commonly used in rat poison, in both the victims’ bodies and the watermelon they
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Watermelon Tragedy Strikes Again: Teen Dies, Three Children Fall Ill in Chhattisgarh 0
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- May 12, 2026
Key Update A 15-year-old boy died, and three other children fell ill after allegedly consuming watermelon in Chhattisgarh’s Janjgir-Champa district. The incident comes weeks after four members of a family died in a suspected watermelon-linked case in Mumbai. The children had travelled to their maternal uncle’s house in Ghurkot village after attending a wedding. According
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Chandigarh Mobile Lab Cracks Down on Watermelon Adulteration 0

Report In a proactive move to ensure food safety, the Food Safety Administration in Chandigarh recently inspected the local fruit market using its Mobile Food Testing Laboratory — a state-of-the-art facility designed for immediate on-site analysis of food samples. Food Safety Officers targeted watermelon during the visit, as they are widely consumed in the summer

Eating Watermelon Regularly May Boost Your Health, According to a Study 0

When it comes to refreshing and delicious summer fruits, watermelon takes the crown. Besides being a perfect way to beat the heat, recent research suggests that this juicy delight offers more than just hydration and flavour. A study has revealed that eating watermelon regularly may play a significant role in promoting overall health and well-being.