DPIIT Secretary Discusses Regulation of Street Food Vendors and Quality Standards Introduction Street food is an essential part of India's vibrant food culture, drawing in both locals and tourists. However, concerns about hygiene and safety often cloud the experience. To address these challenges, Ra...
FSSAI Asks Food Vendors, Consumers to Stop Using Newspapers for Food Packaging: Health Risks Explained Introduction The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued an urgent advisory for food vendors and consumers to stop using newspapers for food packaging, citing significant he...
Kerala, Tamil Nadu, J&K Top Performers in FSSAI’s State Food Safety Index 2024 Introduction Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Jammu & Kashmir have emerged as the top performers in the 2024 State Food Safety Index (SFSI) released by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Kerala took the top ...
Cotton Candy to Gobi Manchurian: India Wakes Up to Street Food Health and Hygiene Standards Introduction Indian street food is a gastronomic delight, celebrated by locals but often feared by tourists due to concerns over hygiene and safety. While many take pride in their ability to enjoy street food...
Detergent in Milk, Dishwash Liquid in Candy: Food Adulteration Horror Stories in India Go Viral Introduction Food adulteration in India has recently come under the spotlight, thanks to disturbing revelations that have gone viral on social media. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has long...