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<p>The government in the Indian state of Karnataka has banned the use of artificial colours in the popular 'Gobi Manchurian' dish and cotton candy&nbsp;over serious health concerns. Dinesh Gundu Rao, who is the minister for health and family welfare, made this announcement in the Vidhana Soudha.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several concerns were raised over the quality of artificial colours and their excess usage, forcing the food safety and quality department to collect samples of Gobi Manchurian and cotton candy being sold across the state. The samples were analysed in laboratories.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Food Safety Commissioner ordered a ban on the usage of any artificial colours in preparation for Gobi Manchurian based on the lab results which found them carcinogenic.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Rao said, "171 samples of Gobi Manchurian were collected, among which, 107 samples contained unsafe artificial colours. The unsafe colours such as tartrazine, sunset yellow and carmoisine were found."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister further said, "About 25 cotton candy samples were collected and 15 samples contained unsafe colours. In this, tartrazine, sunset yellow and Rhodamine –B unsafe colours were found."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Rhodamine-B is carcinogenic. It can cause cancer if you consume it regularly and is banned. This is a serious issue as children often consume cotton candy. The use of this colour is illegal. It was used to get the pink colour for the cotton candy," he explained.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The health minister stated that the circular in this regard has been issued and awareness programmes will also be held and the government will take strict legal action. Further samples would be collected to initiate legal proceedings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The artificial colours are unsafe under Guidelines 3(1) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. As per Rule 16.0 of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011, no artificial colours should be used to prepare the Gobi Manchurian dish.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The authorities may lodge a case in the court in case of any violation under the Food Safety and Standards Act. The case attracts punishment of imprisonment of five years to life sentence and also a fine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The order stated that "prolonged usage of artificial colours in food and its consumption can lead to deadly diseases like cancer" and the public has been advised not to use any artificial colours in food or to use them in limited quantities.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The government in the Indian state of Karnataka has banned the use of artificial colours in the popular 'Gobi Manchurian' dish and cotton candy over serious health concerns.

The government in the Indian state of Karnataka has banned the use of artificial colours in the popular 'Gobi Manchurian' dish and cotton candy over serious health concerns. Dinesh Gundu Rao, who is the minister for health and family welfare, made this announcement in the Vidhana Soudha. Several concerns were raised over the quality of artificial colours and their excess usage, forcing the food safety and quality department to collect samples of Gobi Manchurian and cotton candy being sold across the state. The samples were analysed in laboratories. The Food Safety Commissioner ordered a ban on the usage of any artificial colours in preparation for Gobi Manchurian based on the lab results which found them carcinogenic. Also read: India secures $100 billion investment commitment in landmark trade pact with EFTA Rao said, "171 samples of Gobi Manchurian were collected, among which, 107 samples contained unsafe artificial colours. The unsafe colours such as tartrazine, sunset yellow and carmoisine were found." The minister further said, "About 25 cotton candy samples were collected and 15 samples contained unsafe colours. In this, tartrazine, sunset yellow and Rhodamine –B unsafe colours were found." "Rhodamine-B is carcinogenic. It can cause cancer if you consume it regularly and is banned. This is a serious issue as children often consume cotton candy. The use of this colour is illegal. It was used to get the pink colour for the cotton candy," he explained. Also read: India-Japan expected to finalise 'UNICORN' deal during Quad summit Watch: Electoral bonds: India's SC rejects SBI's electoral bonds plea × The health minister stated that the circular in this regard has been issued and awareness programmes will also be held and the government will take strict legal action. Further samples would be collected to initiate legal proceedings. The artificial colours are unsafe under Guidelines 3(1) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. As per Rule 16.0 of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011, no artificial colours should be used to prepare the Gobi Manchurian dish. The authorities may lodge a case in the court in case of any violation under the Food Safety and Standards Act. The case attracts punishment of imprisonment of five years to life sentence and also a fine. The order stated that "prolonged usage of artificial colours in food and its consumption can lead to deadly diseases like cancer" and the public has been advised not to use any artificial colours in food or to use them in limited quantities. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has hit out at the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for nominating veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha as its candidate from West Bengal's Asansol in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.</p>

<p>The BJP's IT cell head, Amit Malviya, took to social media to express disapproval, throwing light on Sinha's reel-life depiction and drawing parallels with real-life incidents of criminal behaviour within the TMC ranks.</p>

<p>"Meet Shatrughan Sinha, TMC’s candidate from Asansol. TMC rank is full of rapists, both in real (likes of Shahjahan Sheikh) and reel life," Malviya said in a post on X while sharing an old clip from Sinha's film.</p>

<p>“Surprised Mamata Banerjee didn’t ask Shatrughan Sinha to join her on the eve of International Women’s Day for the sham women empowerment march,” he&nbsp;added.</p>

<p>Malviya's remarks were scathing, as he linked TMC's choice of Sinha with allegations of criminality within the party. By referencing a past film clip featuring Sinha, Malviya insinuated that the TMC's candidate was emblematic of the party's alleged tolerance of criminal behavior, both on-screen and off.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>BJP state secretary Priyanka Tibrewal echoed&nbsp;Malviya's sentiments. Tibrewal drew parallels between TMC's "real and reel-life heroes," stressing on&nbsp;the party's alleged affinity for people associated with criminal activities.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What's the controversy surrounding&nbsp;</strong>Shatrughan Sinha's candidacy?</h2>

<p>The controversy surrounding Shatrughan Sinha's candidacy arose after Bhojpuri actor-singer Pawan Singh withdrew his nomination as the BJP candidate from the Asansol seat.</p>

<p>Singh's withdrawal came amidst criticism from the TMC regarding the perceived vulgarity in some of his songs, which are&nbsp;alleged to show&nbsp;women in a derogatory manner. Although Singh did not specify the reason for his withdrawal, the TMC's objections likely played a role in his decision.</p>

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<p>Shatrughan Sinha responded to the developments by calling the situation as an internal matter within the BJP. While acknowledging awareness of Pawan Singh as a fellow artist, Sinha distanced himself from any personal acquaintance with him.</p>

<p>"I don't know him (Singh) personally very well. But heard he is a singer, an artist and some of my acquaintances know him," the veteran actor said.</p>

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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has hit out at the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for nominating veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha as its candidate from West Bengal's Asansol in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has hit out at the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for nominating veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha as its candidate from West Bengal's Asansol in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. The BJP's IT cell head, Amit Malviya, took to social media to express disapproval, throwing light on Sinha's reel-life depiction and drawing parallels with real-life incidents of criminal behaviour within the TMC ranks. "Meet Shatrughan Sinha, TMC’s candidate from Asansol. TMC rank is full of rapists, both in real (likes of Shahjahan Sheikh) and reel life," Malviya said in a post on X while sharing an old clip from Sinha's film. “Surprised Mamata Banerjee didn’t ask Shatrughan Sinha to join her on the eve of International Women’s Day for the sham women empowerment march,” he added. Malviya's remarks were scathing, as he linked TMC's choice of Sinha with allegations of criminality within the party. By referencing a past film clip featuring Sinha, Malviya insinuated that the TMC's candidate was emblematic of the party's alleged tolerance of criminal behavior, both on-screen and off. Meet @ShatruganSinha, TMC’s candidate from Asansol. TMC rank is full of rapists, both in real (likes of Shahjahan Sheikh) and reel life. Surprised Mamata Banerjee didn’t ask Shatrughan Sinha to join her on the eve of International Women’s Day for the sham women empowerment march. pic.twitter.com/BRHstki5gS — Amit Malviya (मोदी का परिवार) (@amitmalviya) March 10, 2024 × BJP state secretary Priyanka Tibrewal echoed Malviya's sentiments. Tibrewal drew parallels between TMC's "real and reel-life heroes," stressing on the party's alleged affinity for people associated with criminal activities. Also read | India: Supreme Court to hear SBI electoral bond disclosure delay plea, and contempt allegations against bank What's the controversy surrounding Shatrughan Sinha's candidacy? The controversy surrounding Shatrughan Sinha's candidacy arose after Bhojpuri actor-singer Pawan Singh withdrew his nomination as the BJP candidate from the Asansol seat. Singh's withdrawal came amidst criticism from the TMC regarding the perceived vulgarity in some of his songs, which are alleged to show women in a derogatory manner. Although Singh did not specify the reason for his withdrawal, the TMC's objections likely played a role in his decision. Also watch | India: Kerala tops India's female passport issue chart Shatrughan Sinha responded to the developments by calling the situation as an internal matter within the BJP. While acknowledging awareness of Pawan Singh as a fellow artist, Sinha distanced himself from any personal acquaintance with him. "I don't know him (Singh) personally very well. But heard he is a singer, an artist and some of my acquaintances know him," the veteran actor said. (With inputs from agencies)

'TMC full of rapists, real and reel': BJP slams TMC for nominating veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha

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<p>The Japanese government is actively exploring the possibility of exporting naval ship communication antennas to India, the Nikkei publication reported. The antennas, known as NORA-50 and nicknamed "UNICORN", were collaboratively developed by a consortium of Japanese companies, including Nippon Electric Company and Yokohama Rubber.</p>

<p>Japanese government insiders cited by Nikkei suggest that the decision on the number of antennas to be sold and the contract costs are still under consideration.</p>

<h2><strong>What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>If the deal materialises, it would mark the second instance of Japan exporting defence equipment since the lifting of a ban on such transfers in 2014 during the prime ministerial tenure of Shinzo Abe.</p>

<p>The first such instance of export from Japan occurred last year when radar systems were exported to the Philippines.</p>

<p>The potential antenna deal between the two Quad partners signifies an expansion of Indo-Japanese ties in the security realm in addition to enhanced deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is the 'UNICORN' antenna?</strong></h2>

<p>The UNICORN antenna, currently deployed on Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force FFM escort vessels, is renowned for its stealth design, housing multiple antennas in a distinctive horn-shaped structure.</p>

<p>Its capabilities include detecting the movement of missiles and drones through the sensing of radio waves across a wide area.</p>

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<p>Japanese law prohibits the export of lethal defence equipment. But the UNICORN, due to its categorisation as&nbsp;a communication tool, does not violate this&nbsp;law.</p>

<p>The move to export fully assembled defence equipment, as opposed to parts, is a significant step for Japan.</p>

<h2><strong>UNICORN deal expected during Quad summit: Report</strong></h2>

<p>The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, including Japan, Australia, the United States, and India, is expected to hold a summit in India later this year.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-to-host-quad-summit-in-2024-594495">India to host Quad summit in 2024, work for global welfare, peace, prosperity: PM Modi</a></strong></p>

<p>Sources cited by Nikkei indicate that plans are underway to finalise the UNICORN deal during a meeting between leaders of Japan and India at the summit.</p>

<p>India is gradually diversifying its sources by engaging in agreements with the US, France, and Israel. As part of this shift, negotiations with Japan involve discussions on potential technology transfers and local production of the communication antennas.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Japanese government is actively exploring the possibility of exporting naval ship communication antennas to India, the Nikkei publication reported. The antennas, known as NORA-50 and nicknamed "UNICORN", were collaboratively developed by a consortium of Japanese companies, including Nippon Electric Company and Yokohama Rubber.

The Japanese government is actively exploring the possibility of exporting naval ship communication antennas to India, the Nikkei publication reported. The antennas, known as NORA-50 and nicknamed "UNICORN", were collaboratively developed by a consortium of Japanese companies, including Nippon Electric Company and Yokohama Rubber. Japanese government insiders cited by Nikkei suggest that the decision on the number of antennas to be sold and the contract costs are still under consideration. What does it mean? If the deal materialises, it would mark the second instance of Japan exporting defence equipment since the lifting of a ban on such transfers in 2014 during the prime ministerial tenure of Shinzo Abe. The first such instance of export from Japan occurred last year when radar systems were exported to the Philippines. The potential antenna deal between the two Quad partners signifies an expansion of Indo-Japanese ties in the security realm in addition to enhanced deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region. What is the 'UNICORN' antenna? The UNICORN antenna, currently deployed on Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force FFM escort vessels, is renowned for its stealth design, housing multiple antennas in a distinctive horn-shaped structure. Its capabilities include detecting the movement of missiles and drones through the sensing of radio waves across a wide area. Also watch | Rise of the Indian Defence Industry | Exports cross ₹130 Billion, imports down 11 per cent × Japanese law prohibits the export of lethal defence equipment. But the UNICORN, due to its categorisation as a communication tool, does not violate this law. The move to export fully assembled defence equipment, as opposed to parts, is a significant step for Japan. UNICORN deal expected during Quad summit: Report The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, including Japan, Australia, the United States, and India, is expected to hold a summit in India later this year. Also read | India to host Quad summit in 2024, work for global welfare, peace, prosperity: PM Modi Sources cited by Nikkei indicate that plans are underway to finalise the UNICORN deal during a meeting between leaders of Japan and India at the summit. India is gradually diversifying its sources by engaging in agreements with the US, France, and Israel. As part of this shift, negotiations with Japan involve discussions on potential technology transfers and local production of the communication antennas. (With inputs from agencies)

India, Japan expected to finalise 'UNICORN' antennas deal during Quad summit

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