A Zomato warehouse in Hyderabad was found storing food items with future packaging dates during a food safety inspection. Key issues included a lack of insect-proof screens and non-compliant food handlers, despite the facility holding necessary licenses.
Kerala's Food Safety Department has banned newspapers for wrapping food due to health risks from harmful chemicals and contamination. They urge food vendors to use safe materials to protect customers and prevent illness linked to ink and germs found in newspapers.
Zomato is facing criticism for selling analogue Paneer, a synthetic version made from vegetable oils, to restaurants. Customers are upset because this product, which is marketed as healthy, does not provide the same nutritional benefits as real Paneer. This situation raises questions about honesty and health risks related to this cheaper option.
The Supreme Court is shaking things up by adding CBI officers to the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to look into claims about animal fat in Tirupati laddus. This move is all about making sure the prasadam served to devotees worldwide is safe and trustworthy.
Karnataka's Food Safety Department just issued a heads-up about some scary stuff found in 12 bakery cakes. They've banned artificial food colors, and it's raising concerns about popular options like red velvet and black forest. Bakeries need to get their act together to keep us all safe.