No Food Stalls or Accommodation on Nilachal Hill during Ambubachi Mela 2026, Say Authorities

  GUWAHATI: The Kamrup (Metro) district administration, Guwahati Traffic Police, and the Ambubachi Mahayog Management Committee on Thursday, June 18 announced a series of arrangements and advisories for the upcoming Ambubachi Mela 2026, aimed at ensuring smooth crowd management and the safety of lakhs of devotees expected to visit the Kamakhya Temple. ALSO READ: Footpath Near…

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FSSAI Bans Use of Metallic Pins and Wires in Food Packaging

  GUWAHATI: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all Food Business Operators (FBOs) across the country to immediately discontinue the use of metallic pins, staple pins, wires, and similar materials in food products and packaging, citing serious food safety concerns. ALSO READ: Assam STF, GST Department Arrest 8 in ₹47 Crore…

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Food Safety Team Seizes Chemically Ripened Mangoes in Guwahati’s Fancy Bazaar; Stock Destroyed

  GUWAHATI: Food safety officials detected the alleged use of calcium carbide for artificial ripening of mangoes during a surprise surveillance drive conducted in Guwahati's Fancy Bazaar on Wednesday, June 3. ALSO READ: Premium Assam Teas Sell for Over ₹1,100 Per Kg at Guwahati Auction Centre According to a post on X, the inspection uncovered a…

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Suspected Adulterated Vegetable Destroyed After Food Safety Probe at Assam's Barpeta

  GUWAHATI: The Commissionerate of Food Safety, Assam, launched an investigation after suspected adulterated pointed gourds (potol) were detected at the wholesale vegetable market in Barpeta Road. ALSO READ: Three Apprehended in Guwahati Theft Cases, Stolen Items Recovered According to officials, samples of the suspected vegetables were collected on-site following prescribed food safety procedures during the…

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