DC visits families of Panemangalore road accident

February 5, 2014

Bantwal, Feb 4: Following the death of four persons from the same family in a ghastly road mishap, Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner A B Ibrahim paid a condolence visit to the Bantwal government hospital on Tuesday afternoon to learn more about the family and the deceased.

He enquired about the mishap with the police, and informed about writing a letter to the government asking for financial help for the kin of the deceased.

Tahsildar Malleswami, Bantwal circle inspector Rajashekhar Maistry, sub-inspector Sanjith Kallur and Nagaraj were present.

Former union minister B Janardhan Poojary, MP Nalin Kumar Kateel, BJP leaders Padmanabha Kottary and Rajesh Naik, Congress leader Mamata Gatty and several others paid a condolence visit to the deceased's house in Bantwal taluk.

The mishap occurred on Monday night at Panemangalore bridge near B C Road. Seven members of the same family, including two brothers, their wives and children were plying in a Tata Ace when a speeding bus rammed into the vehicle, killing four persons on the spot.

Bhasker and Jagadish, sons of Lakshman Poojary, their wives Prema and Suprita, and children Rithijna, Abhijna and Nishan were travelling in the Tata Ace.

Due to the impact of the mishap, Bhasker, Jagadish, Prema and Suprita were killed instantly. The three children who sustained injuries in the accident were admitted to a private hospital in Mangalore. The condition of four-year-old Nishan is said to be critical, according to hospital sources.

Soon after the incident, both the driver and the conductor of the bus fled from the scene.

As the accident occurred on the bridge, the traffic was at a standstill for over an hour.

A case has been registered and Bantwal police are on the lookout for the driver and conductor.

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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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