The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed Everest Food Products Pvt Ltd to recall a specific batch of its pre-packed cumin powder after two laboratory assessments found pesticide residues above the prescribed maximum limits. The recall applies only to Batch No. E080668761 and is not a product-wide recall. Why was the cumin powder recalled? The regulatory action followed the testing of a sample collected from the premises of Riverside Resorts & Holiday Homes Pvt Ltd in Goa. Testing by the Food Analyst detected residues of two pesticides — azoxystrobin and thiamethoxam — at levels exceeding the […]

KRBL Limited, the manufacturer of India Gate Basmati Rice, has initiated a recall of its 1.1-kilogram rice packets due to pesticide concerns. The recall involves the “India Gate Pure Basmati Rice Feast Rozzana Super Value Pack (10% Extra)” product, packed in January 2024, with an expiration date of December 2025. This decision was made after it was found that the levels of two pesticides, Thiamethoxam and Isoproturon, exceeded permissible limits. These pesticides, when consumed in excessive amounts, pose potential risks to kidney and liver health. KRBL, one of the largest exporters of Basmati rice and a significant supplier in India, […]

In a significant development, the excise authorities in Karnataka have taken a proactive step by recalling two batches of Kingfisher beer (7C and 7E) manufactured by United Breweries Limited. The recall was initiated after the presence of “sediments” was discovered in the beer, raising concerns about the quality and safety of the product. Batches recalled The affected batches include Kingfisher Lager Beer labeled as 7C and 7E. This recall affects thousands of boxes of beer distributed under these batch numbers. Sediment Discovery: The recall was prompted by the discovery of sediment in the beer. Interestingly, the sediments were not present […]