Cong-JDS will defeat Kateel, Shobha, Anant Kumar: CM predicts BJP-mukt coastal Karnataka

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April 4, 2019

Kundapur, Apr 4: Karnataka chief minister H D Kumaraswamy has predicted that all three sitting BJP MPs of coastal Karnataka will be defeated by Congress and Janata Dal (Secular) candidates in this month’s Lok Sabha polls.

Speaking to presspersons after participating in a convention of fisherwomen here, on Wednesday Mr. Kumaraswamy said that Dakshina Kannada MP Nalin Kumar Kateel, Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Shobha Karnandlaje and Uttara Kannada MP Anant Kumar Hegde cannot win any elections in the future as the people have already seen their true colour.

He said Congress candidate Mithun Rai will win the Dakshina Kannada seat, while JD(S) candidates Pramod Madhwaraj and Anand Asnotikar would win in the Udupi–Chikkamagaluru and Uttara Kannada parliamentary seats, respectively.

The CM claimed that the Congress–JD(S) coalition would win 20 to 22 parliamentary seats in Karnataka alone. He said the surveys in the media projecting massive win for the BJP were all concocted. This was also because the BJP had given advertisements of Rs. 550 crore to the media.

The Kannada electronic media was projecting as if the parliamentary elections were being held in Mandya, Hassan, and Tumakuru alone. They had forgotten the other parliamentary seats in the State. He said his son K. Nikhil would win by a big margin in Mandya. “All these surveys would be proved wrong on May 23,” he said.

To a query, he said the only achievement of Union Minister Ananthkumar Hegde was his reckless statements and humiliating remarks about leaders of other parties. Neither Mr. Hegde nor Prime Minister Narendra Modi had contributed anything for the development of the State, he said.

He said he was committed to solving the issue of migration of youth by promoting ecofriendly industries in the coastal districts.

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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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