Mehsana, July 9 (IANS) More than 26 tonnes of fennel seeds suspected of being adulterated with non-edible chemical colouring have been seized near Unjha in Mehsana district, with authorities launching legal action against those involved as part of Gujarat’s ongoing drive against food adulteration.The seizure, valued at approximately Rs 19.6 lakh, was made by the Flying Squad of the Food and Drugs Control Administration (FDCA) during surprise inspections at Unava village near Unjha, a major fenne…
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Gandhinagar, May 2 (IANS) Authorities in Gujarat have destroyed around 1,018 kilograms of suspected paneer, valued at approximately Rs 1.83 lakh, as part of a state-wide food safety inspection drive aimed at tackling adulteration in dairy and summer consumables. The action followed inspections across manufacturing units, restaurants, dhabas, and street vendors, during which suspected analogue dairy products and paneer were identified.The stock was seized and destroyed on the spot after bei…