March 7, 2026

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New BIS standard for incense sticks: Govt bans certain substances; flags ‘potential impact on human health’

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NEW DELHI: The government issued a notification announcing a new Indian Standard for incense sticks (agarbatti), laying down quality norms and specifying a list of substances prohibited for use in their manufacture.The standard has been developed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to ensure safer products and promote responsible and sustainable practices in the…

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5 toxic substances in processed foods that can severely harm the body​

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Synthetic food colorings such as Red 40, Yellow 5, and other artificial dyes are employed to enhance the visual appeal of snacks, drinks, and sweets, is often said to have behavioral disorders among children, particularly those suffering with attention problems. Certain color additives are being reviewed for possible associations with allergic reactions and carcinogenicity. Experts…

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