Mangaluru: Muslim Central Committee to observe Golden Jubilee on Dec 29

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December 27, 2018

Mangaluru, Dec 27: The Muslim Central Committee, an umbrella body of several Muslim organisations in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi district will be observing its golden jubilee on December 29, 2018 at Town Hall, here.

Announcing this at a a press conference here, K S Muhammad Masood, the chairman of the committee, said that Twaka Ahmad Musliyar, Khazi of Mangaluru would inaugurate the program at 10: 30 am. Haji Ibrahim Musliyar Bekal, Khazi of Udupi will perform dua.

A B Ibrahim, senior IPS officer and Administrator of Karnataka State Wakf Board, NK Mohammad Shafi Saadi and Abdul Aziz Darimi, religious scholars would be among the main speakers.

Siddaramaiah, Congress leader and former chief minister, will inaugurate the valedictory programme at 2:30 pm. UT Khader, Dakshina Kannada district in-charge Minister, will release the memoir.

On the same occasion Zameer Ahmed Khan, Food, Consumer affairs and Wakf would distribute sewing machine among deserving women.

Ibrahim Kodijal, B A Mumtaz Ali, Haji Muhammad Haneef, Muhammad Basha Thangal, CM Mustafa, D M Aslam, M A Ashraf were present among others.

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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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