Food Safety
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Indore school kitchen sealed after over 100 students fall ill, expired food items found
Madhya Pradesh | Jun 23, 2026, 12:06 PM ISTMore than 100 students of Shishukunj International School in Indore reportedly fell ill with stomach pain and vomiting after consuming the school's lunch.
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Yoga With Swami Ramdev: What carelessness in eating habits made 87 crore people sick? | Healthy lifestyle
Yoga | Jun 07, 2026, 09:38 AM ISTSwami Ramdev says, "By serving poison on our plates, we are inviting disease." This enemy is invisible, but it attacks us from the stomach to the brain. According to the WHO's Food Safety Report, 600 million people worldwide fall ill every year from eating contaminated food.
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Rameshwaram Cafe owners booked over worm in food at Bengaluru airport outlet, fake extortion case
Karnataka | Dec 02, 2025, 04:22 PM ISTA man, who visited the cafe before boarding a flight to Guwahati, had claimed that an insect was found in the food served popular South Indian restaurant chain, Rameshwaram Cafe, at its Bengaluru Airport outlet.
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What not to refrigerate: 10 foods that actually die in the fridge
Food | Nov 08, 2025, 10:42 AM ISTNot every food belongs in the fridge! From tomatoes to honey and coffee, discover 10 everyday foods that lose flavour and freshness when chilled, plus smart storage tips to keep them naturally tasty for longer.
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Humidity got you down? Expert shares tips on safe food refrigeration
Food | Jun 21, 2025, 04:49 PM ISTAn expert shares practical tips on maintaining safe food refrigeration in humid weather, including optimal fridge temperature settings, proper food storage, and regular maintenance to prevent spoilage and foodborne illnesses.
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Could your leftovers be harming your gut health this monsoon? Know from an expert
Health | Jun 20, 2025, 10:28 PM ISTAn expert shares insights on how leftovers can potentially harm gut health during monsoon, offering valuable tips on food safety and handling to minimise risks.
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5 foods that can make you sick if reheated: A must-read list
Food | Jun 09, 2025, 05:38 PM ISTReheating these 5 foods can be dangerous for your health. Know which foods can become poisonous if reheated. Also, it is important to be mindful and eat mindfully.
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World Food Safety Day 2025: Consuming spoilt food can be harmful to health and cause these diseases
Health | Jun 07, 2025, 02:17 PM ISTOn World Food Safety Day 2025, learn how consuming spoilt food can harm your health. Know the diseases linked to food contamination and get tips to keep your food safe. Stay healthy, eat safely!
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Dead lizard, houseflies in ghee: Inspection at Hyderabad’s dairy unit finds food safety violations
Hyderabad | Feb 02, 2025, 05:43 PM ISTAmong the issues that were flagged were inadequate sanitary measures during processing and handling of food, houseflies, mosquitoes in stored ghee and use of rusted or unclean equipment.
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Chinese restaurant uses 'saliva oil' for cooking, customers say 'It's an open secret'
Trending | Jan 02, 2025, 02:34 PM ISTA new incident has come to light which highlights the usage of 'saliva oil' at a hotspot restaurant in China. Read on to know more about the incident and how customers have reacted to it.
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Be careful of adulteration in THESE food items, know how to identify duplicate products
Food | Nov 18, 2024, 02:55 PM ISTAt present, a large amount of fake khoya, paneer, turmeric, oil, milk, and spices are being sold in the market which is extremely harmful to health. In such a situation, it is important that you be careful of adulterated items. Let us tell you how to identify fake items at home.
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FSSAI creates stringent norms for 'antibiotics' in food items | Here are DETAILS
Business | Nov 04, 2024, 05:17 PM ISTThe FSSAI has also prohibited the use of antibiotics during honey production and reset the limit of the chemicals ochratoxin A and deoxynivalenol in wheat, wheat bran, barley, rye and coffee.
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Diwali 2024: Quick tips to quality test your sweets and dairy products at home this festive season
Food | Oct 28, 2024, 07:51 PM ISTDiwali 2024: Diwali, the festival of lights, is almost around the corner and all of you have planned to eat a plate full of your favourite sweets. So, to be healthy follow the given quick tips to quality test your sweets and dairy products this festive season.
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McDonald's E. coli outbreak increases as 75 people infected in 13 states in US
World | Oct 26, 2024, 11:36 AM ISTMcDonald's E. coli outbreak spreads, 75 people infected across 13 US states. Learn more about the growing health concern and what you need to know to stay safe.
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Zero tolerance for food adulteration in Uttar Pradesh, warns CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 24, 2024, 03:10 PM ISTCM Yogi has condemned recent food adulteration incidents involving human waste, calling them "abhorrent" and a serious public health threat. He has announced stringent measures, including intensive inspections, mandatory CCTV installation, and a zero-tolerance policy for violators.
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Amid Tirupati laddu row, UP FSDA collects samples from Banke Bihari temple | Here's what unfolded
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 22, 2024, 08:45 PM ISTAmid the Tirupati laddu controversy, UP's FSDA collected prasadam samples from Vrindavan's Banke Bihari Temple, Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi, and Govardhan temples to test for adulteration. A district-wide campaign on food safety in temples is underway.
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Tirupati laddu controversy: Know about 'beef tallow' and 'lard' claims that led to TDP-YSRCP clash
India | Sep 20, 2024, 08:22 PM ISTA political storm erupts in Andhra Pradesh as TDP alleges the presence of "beef tallow" and "lard" in Tirupati laddus, based on a controversial lab report. The claims, made by N. Chandrababu Naidu, raise serious questions about ingredient quality and have prompted calls for an investigation.
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Gorakhpur: UP CM Yogi inaugurates floating restaurant says 'people won't be served rotis with spit'
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 19, 2024, 08:30 PM ISTUttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the 'Float' floating restaurant in Gorakhpur, addressing food hygiene concerns and ensuring the public won't face incidents like “rotis with spit” or “Hapur-wala juice.” He emphasised the government’s efforts towards food safety.
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Avoid monsoon-related diseases by following these 5 food safety tips
Lifestyle | Jul 15, 2024, 05:32 PM ISTProtect your health this monsoon by following these 5 essential food safety tips to avoid seasonal diseases. Learn how to keep your meals safe and nutritious during the rainy season.
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World Food Safety Day 2024: 5 essential food safety rules every home cook should follow
Lifestyle | Jun 07, 2024, 12:23 PM ISTKnow the top 5 essential food safety rules for home cooks to ensure a healthy kitchen on World Food Safety Day 2024. Stay informed and protect your family with these crucial tips.