Rain continues to lash coastal districts

July 28, 2013

Mangalore/Udupi, Jul 28: The heavy rains continued to lash across Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts keeping people indoors.

Mangalore city experienced heavy downpour on Saturday night. Kinnigoli area witnessed favourable rainfall which increased by evening on Saturday. A landslide occurred on the backyard of Kateel temple. Kilenjoor-Soorinje road was disconnected due to the rains. Bajpe area saw normal rainfall while Putur, which saw bright sunshine in the morning, received heavy rainfall in the evening.

Sullia received heavy rainfall, Bantwal received rains during the later part of the day while Subramanya received rainfall throughout the day. Sea erosion had intensified in Ullal and various parts of Udupi.

Kundapur, Karkala, Udupi taluks received heavy rains in the afternoon on Saturday. Thick clouds hovered over Udupi district on Saturday afternoon and this translated into heavy rains, coupled with gusty wind.

The rains were so intense that vehicles plying on National Highway were seen moving with their headlights on.

28 houses damaged in Udupi

As many as 28 houses, 11 shops, a fisheries go-down, and a marketing yard were damaged due to heavy rains accompanied by strong winds in Udupi district on Saturday.

Most of the damage to houses and shops took place in Gangolli, Anagalli, Balkur and Herikudru villages in Kundapur taluk, with Gangolli being the most affected. According to the Kundapur Taluk Office, a go-down belonging to the Department of Fisheries was damaged in Gangolli and the loss to it was estimated at Rs. 1.5 lakh. The ceilings of two fisheries sheds have been damaged.

A shed in the northern part of the Bunder, which houses three offices has been damaged. The equipment and furniture of the offices have been lost.

In the southern part, ceiling of two sheds have been damaged along with the roof of an auction hall .

A cow died after being stuck in the debris of the fallen ceiling.

The Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rains over isolated places in Coastal Karnataka with rainfall over 65 mm in the next 48 hours.

Kundapur damages

Kundapur taluk which has been receiving heavy rainfall over the last one week has witnessed huge losses. Maravanthe, Kirimanjeshwara, Dombe, Gangolli, Madi, Kodi areas have seen continued sea erosion. The work of dumping boulders in affected area is progressing. Former Minister Kota Srinivas Poojary visited the sea erosion affected area at Kodi on Saturday.

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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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