Bearys Cultural Forum Dubai to honour U T Khader

February 4, 2014

Dubai, Feb 4: Bearys Cultural Forum (BCF), on behalf of all Bearys and Kannadigas living in UAE will be felicitating State Health and Family Welfare Minister U T Khader during the grand 'BCF Sports Festival 2014' which will be held at Gulf Medical University Ground , Ajman on February 7.

To commemorate 10^th anniversary BCF will be conducting the sports festival with much more grandeur and celebration.

A number of guests of honour including Tumbay Mohiyuddin, MD-Gulf Medical University-Ajman Abdussalam Puthige, Editor-in-chief of Vartha Bharati, Mumtaz Ali, Chairman-Badriya Educational Institutions-Krishnapura, Asif AMACO, Entrepreneur-KSA, M K Beary, President-DKSC and representatives of various social organizations are expected to attend .

The programme will be chaired by BCF President Dr B K Yusuf.

Adding to the thrill of this great event, a wide variety of sports and cultural programmes of Karnataka and Beary Cultural background will be organized for men, ladies and children.

Apart from the usual events like Cricket, Volleyball, Football, Cookery Competition, Biriyani Festival, Kabaddi, Running races, Lagori, Badminton, Relay, Shot put, Tug of war, etc. additional events like March Fast Competition, Mehendi Design, Ethnic Beary Food Presentation, Duff, Beary Songs, and a wide variety of vivid competitions for Kids and ladies are included.

In this programme, BCF will extend financial assistance to a number of selected poor students who excelled in sports.

BCF sports committee chairman Saleem Altaf, on behalf of BCF cordially invited all Kannadigas with their family and friends and representatives of all Karnataka based organizations to attend and enjoy this cheerful, eventful and fun filled combo of endeavor, culture and social brotherhood.

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Warning! Cancer-causing chemicals found in bakery products, especially cakes in Karnataka

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October 3,2024

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department has issued an urgent warning following the discovery of potentially cancer-causing chemicals in cakes sold by certain bakeries across the state.

Recent tests conducted by the department revealed that some cake samples, particularly those with vibrant colors, contain harmful synthetic coloring agents such as Allura Red, a substance known to pose health risks. The findings have raised concerns about the use of artificial colors in bakery products, especially given their potential link to cancer and other serious health conditions.

"We routinely test various food products, and this time, our officials noticed unusually dark-colored cakes on the market," said Srinivas K, Commissioner of Food Safety for Karnataka. "Upon testing, we found that a few cakes contained Allura Red, a synthetic dye associated with health risks."

The use of artificial colors, especially in popular cakes like red velvet and pineapple varieties, is widespread as it attracts customers, particularly children. However, many bakers prefer using natural, safer alternatives, while some opt for synthetic dyes to enhance the cake's visual appeal.

"Most bakeries use permissible, natural colors that are safe for consumption. Unfortunately, a few are resorting to synthetic dyes just to make their cakes more attractive," said a bakery owner from Electronic City, speaking anonymously.

Medical experts are warning that consuming synthetic colors can lead to numerous health issues, including asthma and allergic reactions.

"Some of these artificial dyes are carcinogenic, and prolonged exposure could have serious consequences, especially for children and young adults," cautioned Dr. Vandana G, a private medical practitioner.

While the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) confirms that only a limited number of samples tested positive for harmful colors, legal action is being taken against the violators.

"There is no need for widespread panic or halting production. We are closely monitoring the situation, and only a few bakeries were found to be non-compliant. Rest assured, appropriate legal measures are underway," assured an FSSAI official.

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