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Lead levels in Indian Turmeric exceed safe limits by 200 timesA recent study revealed alarming levels of lead contamination in turmeric samples from India and Pakistan, exceeding safe limits. The contamination is linked to lead chromate, a yellow pigment used in..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Hidden danger in your spice rack: Turmeric's lead contamination crisisLead gets added to turmeric during processing, often through contaminated soil, water, or equipment. Sometimes, lead-laced compounds are even added to enhance the spice's colorDNA - Published | |
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Video: Rats in hostel kitchen? IIT-Roorkee denies food contaminationIIT Roorkee faced backlash after students from Radha Krishna Bhawan hostel claimed unhygienic conditions with rats in the mess kitchen. A video showing rodents in utensils went viral, prompting an..IndiaTimes - Published | |
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Buy only from Sanatanis, says Akhara ParishadThe Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad has urged Hindus to buy from shops with visible signs of Sanatan Dharma adherence, due to alleged contamination of food and worship items by individuals of a..IndiaTimes - Published | Fecal levels at all time high, why Yamuna is stinking like never beforeUntreated sewage leads to record-high fecal levels in Delhi's Yamuna River, peaking at 4,900,000 MPN/100 ml in September. Despite monsoon rains improving dissolved oxygen, severe pollution persists,..IndiaTimes - Published |
‘Rats-on-laddoo visuals not from Siddhivinayak temple’The Siddhivinayak temple management in Mumbai has refuted claims of contamination in its prasad kitchen after viral visuals showed mice near laddoo prasad. The temple trust maintains that high..IndiaTimes - Published | Viral video: Snake biting raw tomatoes makes them poisonous?A viral video depicts a snake biting into a tomato, raising concerns about venom contamination. Experts advise against eating fruits or vegetables bitten by animals due to potential zoonotic pathogens...IndiaTimes - Published |
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Government norms to monitor quality of spices exportsIndia issues guidelines to prevent EtO contamination in spice exports, including mandatory testing and corrective actions for Everest Spices, to ensure compliance with international standards and..IndiaTimes - Published | New Zealand Probes Indian Spice Brands Over Contamination ConcernsThe statement by MDH dismissed allegations from food regulators in Hong Kong and Singapore regarding the presence of pesticides.Zee News - Published |
Why 2 spice cos are in global regulatory soupThe spice industry is facing growth challenges due to regulatory actions against MDH and Everest brands for ethylene oxide contamination. Both brands deny allegations and claim compliance with safety..IndiaTimes - Published | Alarming Levels of Antibiotic Resistance Found in the Poultry EnvironmentThis World Poultry Day brings in a new study highlighting alarming levels of Resistance Genes against medically important antibiotics in the Poultry Environment. A collaborative research report..NewsVoir - Published |
Over 400 Indian food products contaminatedEuropean Union flagged over 400 Indian food products for contamination with cancer-causing agents. Deccan Herald highlighted 14 products with harmful elements. Some items can lead to chronic diseases..IndiaTimes - Published | India's Food Safety Authority Orders Testing For All Spice Mixes After Contamination ConcernsIndia has ordered further testing of both these brands due to concerns about contamination.Zee News - Published |
MDH, Everest masala row: US food regulator gathering information on Indian spices over alleged contaminationSingapore ordered a recall of the Everest spice mix, saying it contains high levels of ethylene oxide, which is unfit for human consumption and a cancer risk with long exposure.DNA - Published | Bottled water demand in hotels up over fear of contamination in BengaluruBengaluru faces water scarcity and cholera scare, leading to high bottled water demand in fine dining. Hoteliers note low interest in hot water but increased preference for bottled water due to safety..IndiaTimes - Published |
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United States: Why Clean For Oxygen Service? - WHA International IncContamination (like small particulate or non-compatible oils and greases) can lead to dangerous fires in oxygen systems.Mondaq - Published | French oyster sales clam up as contamination scare spreadsFrench oyster sales plummeted due to a health scare caused by the norovirus in oysters from Arcachon Bay. Local authorities banned the harvesting and sale of oysters from the affected area, leading to..IndiaTimes - Published |
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