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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Seven Covid-19 cases in city
Ahmedabad: Seven Covid-19 positive cases have been reported in the city. Over the past year, the city typically recorded one positive case per month. However, this time, seven cases emerged simultaneously, officials said, adding that all patients are being kept in home isolation and samples have been sent for variant testing. According to a press release issued by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) on Tuesday, "On May 20, 2025, seven positive Covid-19 cases were recorded in various areas of Ahmedabad city. These include a 15-year-old male in Vatva, a 28-year-old male in Narol, a 72-year-old female in Danilimda, a 30-year-old male in Behrampura, a two-year-old girl in Gota, a 54-year-old male in Navrangpura, and a 15-year-old male in Bopal. Three of these cases were confirmed through reports from private hospitals, while four were confirmed at LG Hospital. " Dr Bhavin Joshi, the in-charge health officer, stated, "Over the last year, we typically saw one positive case per month, but this time, seven positive cases appeared in a single day." tnn
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Lizard tail in ice cream cone? Ahmedabad woman's chilling discovery sparks food safety alarm
What started as a simple ice cream treat turned into a nightmare for a woman in Ahmedabad after she discovered a lizard's tail inside her cone. The shocking incident took place at a local ice cream shop and has raised serious concerns about food safety. Authorities acted swiftly by sealing the outlet and launching an investigation. The ice cream brand involved is now facing a penalty, as food safety officials look into possible lapses in hygiene and quality control. The discovery has left many customers worried, raising new concerns about the safety of packaged and ready-to-eat foods. Officials have promised strict action and more checks in the coming days to stop such incidents from happening again. Watch the video here: A casual snack turns into a health scare The disturbing incident took place in Ahmedabad's Maninagar area, where a woman had purchased four ice cream cones from a shop named Mahalaxmi Corner . After eating a portion of her cone, she was horrified to find what looked like a lizard's tail inside the dessert. The shock quickly turned into a health scare, as she began experiencing stomach pain and vomiting soon after. She had to be rushed to medical treatment. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo According to a report presented by NDTV, in a video recounting the event, the woman said, 'We had bought four cones. We found this in one of the cones (pointing at the lizard's tail). I have been vomiting constantly. Thankfully, my children did not eat this. If something happens, we will file a case against the company. Please check the products first before consuming anything.' Shop sealed, no food license found After the woman's complaint, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) launched an inspection of the shop. Officials found that Mahalaxmi Corner was operating without a valid food safety license. As a result, the outlet was sealed on the spot for violating health and safety regulations. As quoted by NDTV, Dr. Bhavin Joshi from the AMC's food safety department said, 'We received a complaint regarding a lizard found in an ice cream cone in the Maninagar area through the media. We immediately contacted the woman and found out she had bought Havmor's ice cream cones from a shop named Mahalaxmi Corner. Our team inspected the shop and found it did not have a license under the Food Safety Act. We immediately took action and sealed the shop. ' Ice cream batch recalled, Rs 50,000 fine imposed During the investigation, officials traced the contaminated ice cream to Havmor Ice Cream Pvt Ltd's manufacturing unit at Naroda GIDC Phase 1. Samples from the same batch have been sent for laboratory testing, and the company has been directed to recall all affected products from the market. In addition, Havmor has been fined ₹50,000 for lapses in maintaining food safety standards. Havmor responds to the incident Havmor, in its statement, expressed regret over the incident and assured the public that they are investigating the matter thoroughly. As quoted by NDTV, the company said, 'The incident has been brought to our attention and we are currently investigating the matter. We are in touch with the concerned consumer and are committed to thoroughly investigating the issue at hand. At Havmor, we take utmost care and are committed to maintaining the highest global standards for product quality and safety. ' Food safety standards under scrutiny The incident has raised serious concerns about food safety in India, especially with packaged and mass-produced items. It has put pressure on authorities to improve checks and prevent such lapses. Consumers are being advised to stay alert, check food before eating, and report any issues. The focus now is on accountability and stronger safety rules nationwide. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Mint
15-05-2025
- Health
- Mint
Sweet treat turns bitter: Lizard tail found in Havmor ice cream cone; woman hospitalised, brand fined ₹50,000
A routine ice cream treat turned into a horrifying ordeal for a woman in Ahmedabad after she allegedly discovered parts of a dead lizard inside a cone she had already begun eating. The incident, which occurred recently in the city's Maninagar area, has led to swift regulatory action against both the vendor and the manufacturer, reported NDTV. In a video posted on social media platform X, the woman recounted the disturbing experience. She said she had purchased four cones of Havmor brand ice cream from Mahalaxmi Corner, a shop in Maninagar, for herself and her children. While she was halfway through one of the cones, she noticed something unusual embedded within the remaining ice cream — what appeared to be the severed tail of a lizard. 'We had bought four cones. We found this in one of the cones,' she said, holding the lizard tail in the video. 'I have been vomiting constantly. Thankfully, my children did not eat this. If something happens, we will file a case against the company. Please check the products first before consuming anything.' Soon after the discovery, she began experiencing severe stomach pain and bouts of vomiting. She was rushed to a nearby hospital where she continues to receive treatment, local officials told NDTV. The incident triggered an immediate response from the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). A team from the food department inspected Mahalaxmi Corner and found that the outlet did not possess a valid licence under the Food Safety and Standards Act. Consequently, the shop was sealed and operations suspended. Bhavin Joshi, a senior food department official, said, 'We received a complaint regarding a lizard found in an ice cream cone in the Maninagar area through the media. We immediately contacted the woman and learned the ice cream cones were purchased from Mahalaxmi Corner. Upon inspection, the outlet was found to be operating without a food safety licence, and was sealed immediately.' Further investigation traced the contaminated ice cream cone to a batch manufactured at Havmor Ice Cream Pvt Ltd's production facility in Naroda GIDC Phase 1. Food safety officials collected samples from the same batch and sent them for laboratory testing. Meanwhile, the company has been directed to recall the entire batch from the market as a precautionary measure. Additionally, a penalty of ₹ 50,000 has been imposed on Havmor for lapses under food safety regulations. The company has yet to issue a public statement.
Mint
15-05-2025
- Health
- Mint
Sweet treat turns bitter: Lizard tail found in Havmor ice cream cone; woman hospitalised, brand fined ₹50,000
A routine ice cream treat turned into a horrifying ordeal for a woman in Ahmedabad after she allegedly discovered parts of a dead lizard inside a cone she had already begun eating. The incident, which occurred recently in the city's Maninagar area, has led to swift regulatory action against both the vendor and the manufacturer, reported NDTV. In a video posted on social media platform X, the woman recounted the disturbing experience. She said she had purchased four cones of Havmor brand ice cream from Mahalaxmi Corner, a shop in Maninagar, for herself and her children. While she was halfway through one of the cones, she noticed something unusual embedded within the remaining ice cream — what appeared to be the severed tail of a lizard. 'We had bought four cones. We found this in one of the cones,' she said, holding the lizard tail in the video. 'I have been vomiting constantly. Thankfully, my children did not eat this. If something happens, we will file a case against the company. Please check the products first before consuming anything.' Soon after the discovery, she began experiencing severe stomach pain and bouts of vomiting. She was rushed to a nearby hospital where she continues to receive treatment, local officials told NDTV. The incident triggered an immediate response from the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). A team from the food department inspected Mahalaxmi Corner and found that the outlet did not possess a valid licence under the Food Safety and Standards Act. Consequently, the shop was sealed and operations suspended. Bhavin Joshi, a senior food department official, said, 'We received a complaint regarding a lizard found in an ice cream cone in the Maninagar area through the media. We immediately contacted the woman and learned the ice cream cones were purchased from Mahalaxmi Corner. Upon inspection, the outlet was found to be operating without a food safety licence, and was sealed immediately.' Further investigation traced the contaminated ice cream cone to a batch manufactured at Havmor Ice Cream Pvt Ltd's production facility in Naroda GIDC Phase 1. Food safety officials collected samples from the same batch and sent them for laboratory testing. Meanwhile, the company has been directed to recall the entire batch from the market as a precautionary measure. Additionally, a penalty of ₹ 50,000 has been imposed on Havmor for lapses under food safety regulations. The company has yet to issue a public statement. Havmor officials have assured that stringent action will be taken following the test results, and a deeper audit into the manufacturing unit may follow if negligence is confirmed.
NDTV
15-05-2025
- Health
- NDTV
Gujarat Woman Finds Lizard Tail In Ice Cream, Shop Sealed, Fined Rs 50,000
Quick Reads Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. A woman in Gujarat found a lizard's tail in her ice cream cone, causing severe illness. She reported the incident, leading to the sealing of the shop and a fine for the brand Havmor. Investigations are ongoing, and the affected batch is being recalled. Ahmedabad: A woman's ice cream treat turned into a nightmare after she found parts of a dead lizard inside the cone she bought from a shop in Gujarat recently. In a video, the woman said she purchased four ice cream cones of the 'Havmor' brand from the Mahalaxmi Corner shop in Ahmedabad's Maninagar area for herself and her children. When she had already consumed half of the ice cream, she discovered a part of a lizard - what looked like its tail. Soon after, the woman suffered from a severe stomachache and bouts of vomiting. She was rushed to a nearby hospital, where she is continuing to undergo treatment, officials said. "We had bought four cones. We found this in one of the cones (pointing at the lizard's tail). I have been vomiting constantly. Thankfully, my children did not eat this. If something happens, we will file a case against the company. Please check the products first before consuming anything," the woman said in the video. The woman filed a complaint with the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, following which the ice cream parlour, Mahalaxmi Corner, was sealed as it did not have a license under the Food Safety Act. A fine of Rs 50,000 has also been imposed on the ice cream brand Havmor. "We received a complaint regarding a lizard found in an ice cream cone in the Maninagar area through the media. We immediately contacted the woman and found out she had bought Havmor's ice cream cones from a shop named Mahalaxmi Corner. Our team inspected the shop and found it did not have a license under the Food Safety Act. We immediately took action and sealed the shop," Dr Bhavin Joshi, an officer from the food department, said. Further investigation revealed the ice cream cone was manufactured at the Havmor Ice Cream Pvt Ltd factory at Naroda GIDC Phase 1. Samples of the ice cream cones have been sent for testing, and the company has been notified to recall the entire batch from the market, officials said.
