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Kunal Kohli urges Tukaram Mundhe to raid Indian household kitchens: ‘There will be expired items from years ago’

Kunal Kohli urges Tukaram Mundhe to raid Indian household kitchens: ‘There will be expired items from years ago’

Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe is currently one of the most celebrated and talked-about IAS officers in the country. Following his surprise raids at several food outlets across Maharashtra, many have even compared him to Anil Kapoor’s character from Nayak. Now, filmmaker Kunal Kohli has asked the food safety officer to extend his crackdown to Indian household kitchens as well. Kunal Kohli makes a hilarious appeal to FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe. Kunal Kohli requests Tukaram Mundhe to raid household kitchens In his latest Instagram post, Kunal Kohli shared a message for Tukaram Mundhe. The filmmaker jokingly suggested that the IAS officer should raid kitchens across Indian households, as he is likely to find expired products in most kitchens. He wrote, “I request Tukaram Munde to raid kitchen shelves & refrigerators in Indian Households across the country. There will be expired items, from years ago, neatly & safely preserved, the bottles & packets wiped clean every month & put back on the shelf or refrigerator never to be used again.” Kunal then …

Randeep Hooda walks knee-deep in flood water, distributes kitchen items to families in Assam: ‘Everybody is thankful’

Randeep Hooda walks knee-deep in flood water, distributes kitchen items to families in Assam: ‘Everybody is thankful’

The floods in Assam, which began on July 19, have caused severe damage. A crop area of 14,230.15 hectares remained submerged. Due to widespread flooding, almost 55,000 animals have been washed away, while another 35,000 have been affected. Randeep Hooda shared a video of his relief work efforts in Assam. What Randeep shared Actor Randeep Hooda is in Assam, taking part in a flood relief distribution programme organised by an NGO in Sivasagar. On Tuesday, he shared a video on his Instagram, providing an update on the work the team is doing on the ground, even as families remain affected by the flood. He was seen distributing kitchen essentials from the boat to a house, walking in knee-deep water. “10 din ke baad bhi paani knees ke upar hai. Yaha kaafi families hai andar. Waha se bhi awaazein aa rahi hai humko. Abhi humara iss trip mein boat ka jo samaan hai woh khatam ho gaya hai (Even after 10 days, the water is above knees. There are many families inside. We are getting calls …

Maharashtra FDA seizes food items worth Rs 1.85 crore; 49 arrested, 16 hotel licences suspended

Maharashtra FDA seizes food items worth Rs 1.85 crore; 49 arrested, 16 hotel licences suspended

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has seized food items worth over Rs 1.85 crore, including prohibited gutkha and pan masala, during a statewide special inspection drive conducted between July 16 and 20. The drive resulted in the registration of 37 first information reports (FIRs), the arrest of 49 persons, and the suspension of licences of 16 food establishments, officials said on Tuesday. According to an official press release, the raids were carried out under the ‘Safe Food, Safe Maharashtra’ campaign, led by Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe. During the five-day drive, officials conducted 53 raids across the state, seizing 1,731 litres of milk and 896 kg of dairy products worth Rs 1.44 lakh, besides prohibited food items valued at Rs 1.80 crore. The total value of all seized stocks stood at Rs 1.85 crore. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

‘Donate a Memory’: Bengaluru-based Nightingales Medical Trust seeks vintage household items for India’s first integrated dementia care village

‘Donate a Memory’: Bengaluru-based Nightingales Medical Trust seeks vintage household items for India’s first integrated dementia care village

The Trust is appealing for donations of items such as old radios, gramophones, black-and-white televisions, tape recorders, rotary telephones and more. | Image for representational purpose | Photo Credit: VSanandhakrishna An old radio gathering dust in the attic, a hand-operated sewing machine, a brass utensil passed down through generations or a black-and-white television that no longer works could soon find a new purpose: helping a person living with dementia reconnect with cherished memories. Bengaluru-based Nightingales Medical Trust has launched ‘Donate a Memory’, a public campaign inviting individuals and families to donate vintage household objects for Smriti Gram, an integrated dementia care village that the Trust is developing near Doddaballapur.  Powerful memory cues The Trust said familiar objects from earlier decades can serve as powerful memory cues for people with dementia, helping stimulate recognition, encourage conversations, reduce anxiety and improve emotional well-being. Expected to become operational in September, the first phase of Smriti Gram will include a 100-bed residential facility for economically disadvantaged persons living with dementia, along with a training academy and a research and …

110 students fall ill after lunch at private Icndore school; expired food items found in kitchen

110 students fall ill after lunch at private Icndore school; expired food items found in kitchen

Around 110 children fell ill after consuming food at a private school in Indore, prompting the administration to launch a probe into the matter and seal the kitchen on Monday (June 22, 2026), said officials. The district administration sealed the kitchen of the private school after finding expired food items and other irregularities during an investigation into the suspected food poisoning incident two days ago, they said. Following a complaint from parents, the administration conducted an inspection at the Jhalaria campus of Shishukunj International School on Bypass Road. A total of 23 samples of various food items and prepared meals used in the school kitchen were collected and sent to the laboratory for testing, according to the officials During the inspection, 10 packets of spices and two of namkeen were found in the kitchen which were past their expiry dates, they said, adding while a case is being prepared for various irregularities, the school kitchen was sealed until further orders. Talking to PTI, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Deepak Chauhan said children from Classes 1 to 5 …

‘Here’s what I’d pack’: Doctor lists emergency items important to keep in your car | Lifestyle News

‘Here’s what I’d pack’: Doctor lists emergency items important to keep in your car | Lifestyle News

3 min readNew DelhiJun 22, 2026 01:00 AM IST Medical emergencies can happen anywhere, and cars are no exception. Whether you’re stuck in traffic or a deserted area, a sudden cut, burn, or upset stomach can pop up. It is very important to keep a stocked emergency health kit in your car at all times. Ideally, the kit should be small, easy to grab, and checked every six months to make sure nothing’s expired. This kit is like a personal roadside doctor—ready to jump in when help is far away. Here’s what Dr Divya Gopal, Additional Director-Lifestyle Diseases, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai, recommends keeping in your car to avoid the “oh no” moments on the road. First-aid basics For basic injuries, first aid basics are very important. Minor cuts, burns, or scrapes are common when changing tyres or handling car tools, making it important to stay prepared to prevent any infections and medical complications. Dr Gopal suggests keeping these ones handy: Bandages and gauze pads: Grab a mix of sizes for small cuts …

Retail inflation at 16-month high of 3.9% as food items get dearer

Retail inflation at 16-month high of 3.9% as food items get dearer

The increase in retail inflation can be largely attributed to the rise in food prices, with the Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) inflation at 4.8% in May 2026, inching up from 4.2% in the previous month. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphotos Retail inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), increased to 3.9% in May as food prices rose, according to data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released on Friday (June 12, 2026). The inflation rate was 3.5% in April. Retail prices moved at the fastest pace since January 2025, when the index increased 4.06%, making the May figure the highest in 16 months. The headline numbers had reduced since October 2024, when the inflation was over 6%. By October 2025, it had almost stagnated. From November 2025, retail inflation started rising due to the low base and now, it is just 0.07% short of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s target inflation rate of 4%. The higher print was observed both in headline and core inflation. The latter too …

Late-night Pune party with over 150 attendees raided; ganja, illegal smoking items seized

Late-night Pune party with over 150 attendees raided; ganja, illegal smoking items seized

Pune Police raided a late-night party in Tulapur village in the early hours of Sunday and seized ganja, banned hookah-related products and liquor allegedly being served beyond the permitted time limit. More than 150 people were present at the venue when the operation was carried out, officials said. The raid was conducted under the jurisdiction of the Lonikand police station following specific intelligence inputs regarding alleged violations at the event. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

NTA releases dress code, other exam-day rules for NEET UG 2026: ‘Candidates wearing religious items…’

NTA releases dress code, other exam-day rules for NEET UG 2026: ‘Candidates wearing religious items…’

The National Testing Agency has released important guidelines for candidates appearing in the NEET UG 2026, which is scheduled to be held on May 3, 2026. In a public notice dated April 30, the agency advised candidates to follow all instructions carefully to avoid any last-minute problems at examination centres. Dress code and exam day rules The agency has outlined a clear dress code and a list of permitted items. Candidates have been asked to strictly follow these rules to ensure a smooth and hassle-free examination process. Items allowed inside exam hall According to the guidelines, candidates are allowed to carry only transparent water bottles into the examination hall. Any other restricted items will not be permitted inside the venue. Rules for religious items The NTA said that candidates wearing religious or faith-based items are allowed to do so. However, they must report early at the exam centre to allow enough time for proper frisking and security checks. Follow instructions to avoid delays Candidates have been urged to read all instructions carefully and reach the …

‘No reels, no phones, no drones’ in Kedarnath temple; List of banned items and activities as yatra begins today| India News

‘No reels, no phones, no drones’ in Kedarnath temple; List of banned items and activities as yatra begins today| India News

The portals (kapat) of Kedarnath Dham opened on Wednesday, marking the start of the pilgrimage season as thousands of devotees reached the shrine despite fresh snowfall covering the township. The Char Dham Yatra had officially commenced on April 19 (Akshaya Tritiya), and pilgrims have been steadily arriving at base camps since then. The temple town remained under a thick layer of snow, with temperatures near freezing. (X/@pushkardhami) The temple town remained under a thick layer of snow, with temperatures near freezing. Also read | Portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath Dham open as Char Dham Yatra commences Authorities have advised visitors to carry heavy woollens and remain cautious while travelling in the region, news agency ANI reported. Here’s list of items, activities banned in temple premises: Ban on phones, videography and drones As part of the arrangements this year, officials have imposed strict restrictions within the temple premises to maintain order and sanctity. The use of mobile phones, cameras, and drones has been prohibited inside the temple perimeter. Rudraprayag Superintendent of Police Niharika Tomar told ANI, …