Author: Sharad Natani
In a major crackdown against food adulteration, the Food Safety Department in Noida has imposed a massive penalty of Rs 3.50 crore on erring food businesses, sending a strong warning to those compromising public health for profit. The action follows extensive raids, inspections, and laboratory testing, which revealed that several food samples failed to meet prescribed safety standards. The strict enforcement has triggered panic among food business operators across the district. Special Enforcement Drive Ahead of New Year With the New Year celebrations in focus, the Food Safety Department conducted a three-day special enforcement drive to ensure the availability of…
In a major public health move, the Delhi government has declared rabies in humans as a notifiable disease under the Epidemic Diseases Act. The decision aims to strengthen disease surveillance, ensure early reporting, and enable faster medical intervention to prevent rabies-related deaths in the national capital. Announcing the decision at the Delhi Secretariat, Health Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh said the notification will soon be formally issued and will be effective immediately. Once enforced, all government and private healthcare institutions—including medical colleges and individual practitioners—will be mandated to report suspected, probable, and confirmed rabies cases to the concerned health authorities…
In a major step toward promoting sustainable urban farming, the Horticulture Department is set to introduce grow bag-based fruit and vegetable cultivation in Greater Noida and surrounding urban areas. The initiative will begin as a pilot project in Gautam Buddh Nagar district, focusing on rooftop and balcony kitchen gardens. If successful, the model may be expanded to other urban districts across Uttar Pradesh. Rapid urbanisation has significantly reduced the availability of agricultural land in the region, with large stretches converted into residential sectors, housing societies, and commercial complexes. To address this challenge, the government is now turning to space-efficient farming…
Noida’s Sector-11 is all set to emerge as a major financial and technological hub with the development of North India’s first Fintech City, a mega project that promises to transform the region’s economic landscape. Spread across approximately 750 acres, the Fintech City will be developed in three phases, positioning Noida and the Yamuna Expressway belt as a key destination for global and domestic financial institutions. The ambitious project aims to attract large-scale investment, promote innovation in financial technology, and generate thousands of direct and indirect employment opportunities. Officials believe the Fintech City will play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s…
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued a strong public warning against the growing threat of cyber crime, urging citizens to remain alert and informed. In a letter addressed to the people of Uttar Pradesh, the Chief Minister appealed for collective awareness to help build a cyber crime–free state. In his message, CM Yogi made it clear that there is no legal provision called “digital arrest” under Indian law and cautioned people against falling prey to cyber fraudsters who misuse such misleading terms to intimidate victims and extort money. ‘Technology Has Made Life Easier, But Risks Have Increased’ Through…
India’s food regulator, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has once again announced a nationwide crackdown against food adulteration and safety violations. Raids, sample collections, license suspensions, and penalties are being highlighted as proof of strict enforcement. While the intent appears strong on paper, the renewed drive has also triggered uncomfortable and unavoidable questions from citizens, health experts, and consumer rights activists. The biggest question being asked is simple but unsettling: what stopped this action for years? Food adulteration in India is not a recent phenomenon. From synthetic milk and artificial paneer to pesticide-laced vegetables, reused cooking…