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FDA suspends 105 food business licences, Blinkit, Zepto among them; orders closure of 7 outletsMaharashtra FDA has suspended the licences of 105 food outlets, including those linked to Blinkit and Zepto, and ordered seven establishmen...
Choti Diwali in North vs South India: 5 Traditions That Will Surprise You, From Ganga Snanam to Evening DiyasChoti Diwali, also known as Naraka Chaturdashi, is celebrated with strikingly different customs across India. While many North Indian famil...
Why Is an Owl Considered Lucky on Diwali? The Surprising Connection With Goddess LakshmiThe owl holds an unusual place in Hindu tradition. Known as the vahana or vehicle of Goddess Lakshmi, it is associated with wealth, prosper...
Diwali 2026: Just 2 Days to Go! 15 Traditional Bhog Items and Sweets to Welcome Goddess LakshmiDiwali celebrations in India are incomplete without traditional sweets and savoury snacks. From kaju katli, besan ladoo and gujiya to chakl...
Amavasya November 2026: Kartik Amavasya Date, Tithi Timings, Pitru Tarpan Significance and RitualsKartik Amavasya 2026 will be observed on November 9, with the Amavasya Tithi beginning on November 8. The sacred occasion holds religious s...
Zero sugar, 28g protein: Mumbai nutritionist shares apple malpuas recipe for DiwaliIn a delightful collaboration, Mumbai nutritionist Vanshika Khurana partners with Bengaluru food influencer Adhya Subramanian to present a ...
FDA flags persistent data-integrity lapses, insanitary conditions at Indian drug facilitiesThe US FDA continues to identify serious data integrity issues in Indian pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. During inspections, inspe...
Diwali 2026 hosting checklist: 7 things to prepare before guests arrive on festive day. From food and decorations to other essentialsPlanning to host family and friends this Diwali? From finalising the guest list and preparing a festive menu to arranging diyas, rangoli, r...
Happy Diwali 2026: 80+ best wishes, quotes, messages and greetings to share with loved onesHappy Diwali 2026 wishes: Diwali, the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. As families and...
Diwali Abroad 2026: How NRIs in the US, UK and Gulf Are Keeping Indian Traditions Alive Thousands of Miles From HomeDiwali 2026 is bringing Indian communities together across the US, UK and Gulf, with celebrations ranging from Times Square and London's Tr...
Diwali 2026 Gift Ideas: What India Is Actually Buying This Year — From Gourmet Hampers to Smart GadgetsIn 2026, Diwali gifting trends are shifting towards practical and personalized choices, moving away from the classic sweets. Gifts in deman...
- Maharashtra FDA suspends 19 food licences; acts against Patanjali distributor over 'adulteration'
In a recent operation, the Maharashtra FDA suspended licenses of 19 food business operators for violations. They seized food articles worth...
Choti Diwali or Kali Chaudas? One Festival, Different Names—The Surprising Reason India Celebrates the Same Day DifferentlyWhy is Naraka Chaturdashi called Choti Diwali in North India and Kali Chaudas in Gujarat? The same day is also known as Roop Chaudas, Bhoot...
Bengaluru’s famous dosa joint CTR, including Virat Kohli’s favourite spot, faces backlash after customer alleges finding cockroach in masala dosaBengaluru's Central Tiffin Room has faced backlash after a customer found a cockroach in their masala dosa. The incident was shared online,...
Bengal warns of strict action for firecracker norms violations, urges people to exercise restraintThe West Bengal government is initiating strict measures against firecracker violations during Kali Puja and Diwali. Authorities emphasize ...
922 kg of adulterated sweets including 265 kg of rasgullas, spoiled khoya destroyed in Delhi ahead of festive seasonDuring festive inspections, Delhi's Food Safety Department took decisive action by destroying 922 kg of tainted food items. Inspectors focu...
Ahead of festive season, Delhi food safety drive flags hygiene lapses at sweet units; samples sent for lab testingDelhi's Food Safety Department conducted inspections at sweet manufacturing units and shops before the festive season. They identified sign...
Sweet sellers face heat over shelf life rules ahead of DiwaliWatchdog agencies in states such as Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand are among those that have made this mandatory. The directive aims to help...
Getting food on train? Surprise checks on train meals & station food counters to get stricter; how IRCTC plans to catch vendors violating hygiene rulesIndian Railways is strengthening food safety and hygiene checks after repeated passenger complaints, with IRCTC partnering with the Quality...
FDA seizes nearly 9.5 tonnes of paneer, khoya ahead of Diwali in PuneThe FDA has seized approximately 9.5 tonnes of paneer and khoya in Pune before Diwali. This seizure is significant as demand for dairy prod...