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Considering the “gravity and nature of the allegations,” the request for bail was neither convincing nor reasonable, said the Andhra Pradesh High Court.

‘Defiled sentiments worldwide’: Andhra Pradesh High Court denies bail to official with Rs 4.6Cr in bank in Tirupati Ghee case

January 13, 2026 6:18 pm

Justice Dr Y Lakshmana Rao denied bail to Kanduru Chinnappanna, ruling that his release could obstruct the investigation into the alleged conspiracy involving adulterated ghee used for temple prasadam (laddus).

After adulterated chana, here's how you can stay safe from fake cumin or jeera

November 13, 2025 1:43 pm

Store cumin in airtight containers in a cool, dry place

Why dietitians want you to be cautious when consuming 'protein-rich' roasted chickpeas

November 03, 2025 11:30 am

To stay safe, always check labels carefully before purchasing packaged roasted chickpeas

Ahead of festivals, 7,600 litres of adulterated 'ghee', 900 litres of oil seized in Delhi; 1 arrested

September 15, 2025 9:17 am

The factory is registered in the name of Madhav Gupta, 26, a resident of Defence Colony, Delhi.

FDCA seizes 5.5 tonnes of ‘adulterated ghee’ worth Rs 35 lakh in Banaskantha

September 06, 2025 10:59 pm

46 tonnes of suspicious food items seized by Gujarat FDCA from 10 premises in August

Mumbai: 550 kg fake cheese sold as paneer seized

August 26, 2025 10:51 pm

The raid was carried out by the control unit of the crime branch as part of a larger effort to curb illegal and dangerous food businesses operating in the city

Adulterated paneer sold to Delhi-NCR eateries & vendors over six months; racket busted in Noida

June 30, 2025 4:34 am

A blue chemical compound — still unidentified — was then added to curdle the mixture, giving it a paneer-like consistency. Once cooled and strained through a cloth, it resembled blocks of real paneer, the cops said

Food adulteration and its consequences on health

June 19, 2025 7:39 pm

Of late, a number of cases of “fake paneer” products came to light highlighting a worrying trend of increasing food adulteration in everyday staples and posing severe health risks. The issue also raises questions about food safety mechanisms in India.

Consuming fake or adulterated hing (asafoetida) poses several health risks

Spotting fake hing: Five effective ways to ensure you are buying authentic asafoetida

May 27, 2025 5:26 pm

As the demand for this essential spice increases, counterfeit and adulterated versions have begun to emerge in the market.

Tips to differentiate between authentic and adulterated shilajit

May 05, 2025 1:30 pm

It typically appears as a dark brown to black sticky substance and is rich in fulvic acid, humic acid, and various trace minerals, said Dr Bhavana P, chief dietitian, Gleneagles Hospital, Lakdi Ka Pul, Hyderabad.