Communal clashes claim three lives in Rajasthan

January 16, 2014

Udaipur/Jaipur, Jan 16: Situation in southern Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district was tense on Wednesday after three people were killed and seven injured in communal clashes in Kotdi and Moheda villages late on Tuesday night.

According to the district police, curfew was imposed in Kotdi and Arnod after clash broke out between some RSS activists and members of the Muslim community.

Ten shops were set ablaze in Salamgarh while 2 merchandize outlets were torched at Bachundala near Pratapgarh.

At Dorana village, three houses were set on fire but the inmates were not hurt, said sources.

The violence broke out at around 8 pm on Tuesday night when a group of RSS workers were returning after a 'Path Sanchalan' programme on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. The group was allegedly infuriated on hearing some offensive comments on their uniform allegedly by members of Muslim community who are majority in the area.

Verbal abuses transformed into physical assault and firing. One was shot dead at the spot while two others succumbed to injuries while being brought to Udaipur for treatment. The bodies have been shifted to the state morgue at the hospital here.

Those killed have been identified as Raja Khan (20) of Kotdi and Bhanwar Singh (50) and Dinesh (25) from Moheda village. Several shops and houses were set ablaze by miscreants from both sides.

“The situation is tense and today's reports indicate the violence may spread,” said Pratapgarh Additional SP Gordhan Lal.

This is the second incident of communal violence in southern Rajasthan in the last four days. On Saturday, communal clashes had broken out in Gogunda town of Udaipur after a girl and a boy from different religious communities had eloped.

Meanwhile, chief minister Vasundhara Raje urged people of both communities to maintain harmony and peace. "I will urge people of the two communities to maintain harmony and peace," she said while talking to newsmen at Jaipur.

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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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