Food

FDA, led by Tukaram Mundhe, suspends licences of Cafe Olympia and six other eateries

The Food and Drug Administration, under the direction of Tukaram Mundhe, has revoked the food licence of Cafe Olympia and six additional establishments, citing regulatory non‑compliance.

18 Sep 2026

Gujarat Man Wins Laddu Challenge, Eats 28 in 30 Minutes

A man from Gujarat ate 28 laddus in 30 minutes to win a local competition and pocket a ₹2,000 cash prize.

17 Sep 2026

Kerala government orders crackdown on inflated popcorn prices in cinemas

Following a wave of public complaints, Kerala's consumer affairs department has directed cinema owners to lower popcorn prices deemed excessive.

17 Sep 2026

Maharashtra FDA Raids Mumbai Eateries, Suspends Iconic Cafe Licence Over Hygiene Lapses

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration conducted raids on several Mumbai eateries, leading to the suspension of a licence for a well‑known café due to serious hygiene violations.

16 Sep 2026

FDA Cancels Licences of Cafe Mondegar and Maharashtra Biryani Center in Mumbai

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration cancelled the licences of Cafe Mondegar and Maharashtra Biryani Center after a crackdown on food safety violations.

16 Sep 2026

Maharashtra FDA Seizes Over 4,000 kg of Dairy, Sweets in Festive Crackdown

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration confiscated more than 4,000 kilograms of dairy and sweet products during a festive season crackdown on adulterated food. The operation targeted illegal manufacturing and storage units across the state.

16 Sep 2026

Police seize 20 bags of suspected adulterated paneer from bus in Jammu

Jammu police confiscated twenty bags of paneer suspected of being adulterated after a routine check on a city bus, officials said.

16 Sep 2026

Bandra Fair 2026 Food Guide: From Kadio Bodio to Kerala Halwa

Mid‑Day’s photo guide highlights the 2026 Bandra Fair’s culinary spread, featuring treats such as kadio bodio and Kerala halwa.

16 Sep 2026

Food Safety Inspectors Find Rodent Remains at Domino's and Other Outlets in Indore

A surprise inspection by Madhya Pradesh food safety officials in Indore uncovered rodent debris, flies and stale ingredients at several major fast‑food chains, prompting notices of violation.

15 Sep 2026

India’s Food Prices Rise, Consumer Concerns Mount

Food prices are on the rise across India, according to the latest Bhaskar Smart Brief.

15 Sep 2026

Taste of Sikkim Founder Pooja Sharma Aims to Expand Beyond Restaurants

Entrepreneur Pooja Sharma says her brand Taste of Sikkim plans to diversify its offerings beyond traditional dining.

15 Sep 2026

Gujarat launches inspection drive to ensure food safety in student hostels and canteens

The Gujarat government has started a special drive to inspect the quality of food served in student hostels and canteens across the state.

15 Sep 2026