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Is a GMO revolution arriving in India?

Is a GMO revolution arriving in India?

November 25, 2021

In August, for the first time ever, it was announced that India will import 1.5 million tonnes of genetically modified (GM) soymeal to help the poultry industry tide over the crisis of high feed prices. This decision has been opposed by several anti-GMO activists as well as envir...

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The menace of food adulteration in India

The menace of food adulteration in India

March 6, 2018

Unethical food manufacturing practices continue across the country, as a big section of the food sector remains unrecognised. While use of chemicals seems to be a major challenge, issues like basic sanitation also prevail.

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A sugar substitute with healthy add-ons

A sugar substitute with healthy add-ons

February 1, 2017

Ditch the white sugary crystals and shift to this caramel-coloured traditional Indian sweetener for a healthier lifestyle and an elevated taste experience. Sweet-sweet jaggery and jaggery-made sweets await you.

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Food safety progress

Food safety progress

June 21, 2016

Finally India has banned potassium bromate, the food additive used in bread and bakery which was found to cause cancer in a study by a leading NGO Centre for Science and Environment.

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