food contamination
98 Students Fall Ill After Finding Lizard in School Meal in Odisha's Koraput District
Dec 14, 2025 12:45 am CST
A concerning incident occurred at Baunsput Government UP School in Odisha where 98 female students became ill after consuming food contaminated with a dead lizard. Medical teams were dispatched for emergency treatment while authorities have launched an investigation into the negligence that led to this serious health scare.
Deadly Food Poisoning Outbreak at Madhya Pradesh Resort: 3 Dead, Multiple Critical
Dec 09, 2025 10:36 pm CST
A suspected food poisoning outbreak at Gautam Resort in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh has resulted in three employee deaths, with several others in critical condition. Local authorities have sealed the resort while investigations continue into the cause of the contamination. Family members are demanding thorough investigation amid political controversy over the government's response.
Student Protests Erupt at VIT University Over Jaundice Outbreak and Food Safety Concerns
Nov 26, 2025 03:39 pm CST
Violent protests broke out at VIT University in Madhya Pradesh as students alleged contaminated water and poor food quality led to a jaundice outbreak. Demonstrators set vehicles ablaze and vandalized campus facilities, prompting officials to close the institution until November 30 while authorities investigate food safety concerns and conflicting claims about student illnesses.
Health Inspectors Shocked as Restaurant Owner Claims Rats in Kitchen are "Pets" in Madhya Pradesh
Oct 14, 2025 03:50 pm CST
Food safety officials in Madhya Pradesh discovered alarming hygiene violations at Rashi Restaurant, including rats, insects, and flies in food preparation areas. When confronted, the owner shockingly claimed the rats were "pets." Officials collected samples, ordered the restaurant's closure, and gave a seven-day deadline to rectify violations, with strict legal consequences pending test results.