Punjab revokes livestock transit levy, ending Kashmir mutton supply crisisKashmir's severe mutton shortage has ended after the Punjab government lifted an illegal levy on livestock transport vehicles. Following in...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
The 'little boy' in the Pacific, India's monsoon and the big test aheadIndia's crucial monsoon season has begun sluggishly, with a significant rainfall deficit raising concerns for the farm economy. Delayed sow...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
Quote of the day by founder of American Red Cross Clara Barton: 'I have no right to easy comfortable days when our poor men are suffering and dying thirsting' ; life lessons on caring for humanity from Florence Nightingale of AmericaEmpathy fuels societal trust and well-being, a principle embodied by nurse Clara Barton. Her powerful words, "have no right to easy comfort...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
The world has an anchovy problemProduction has plummeted by up to 40%, sending fishmeal prices to record highs. This crisis threatens to significantly increase the cost of...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Govt to upgrade rice quality for public distributionIn a significant move to enhance food security, the government has decided to improve the quality of rice distributed to over 80 crore citi...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
Punjab levy row leaves Kashmir's wedding season facing a mutton crunchKashmir's wedding season is marred by a severe mutton shortage, with traders blaming an "illegal" levy imposed by Punjab on livestock. This...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
Delhi notifies permanent Winter Pollution Master Plan; year-round PUC rule among key measuresDelhi has unveiled a permanent Winter Pollution Master Plan, effective annually from November 1 to February 28. This comprehensive strategy...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Swiss agritech firm Innoterra's Indian arm files for IPOInnoterra Ltd, the Indian arm of Swiss agritech firm Innoterra AG, is preparing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO). The company plans to ...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.19 AM IST
Fresh tension has grips Kangpokpi district in Manipur following protest held by Kuki Zo peopleFresh tensions erupted in Manipur's Kangpokpi district as Kuki Zo people protested, marching to a buffer zone. Naga women blocked essential...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.33 PM IST
Psychology says people who store food, groceries or supplies for any kind of lockdown-like situation aren't always overreacting: What this preparedness behavior can revealPsychology says people who store food, groceries or supplies for any kind of lockdown-like situation aren't always acting out of fear. Psyc...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
KEC International shares climb 7% on Rs 1,754 crore order winKEC International shares rose nearly 7% on Tuesday after the infrastructure EPC firm announced fresh orders worth Rs 1,754 crore across its...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as attention turns to humanitarian crisisVenezuelans are desperately searching for survivors after powerful earthquakes, with hopes fading as days pass. The cash-strapped governmen...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.59 AM IST
Tomato, onion stoke fears of higher food inflationConsumers are encountering rising costs once more as tomato, onion, and potato prices escalate, heightening worries about food inflation. T...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
Extreme heat adds pressure to food supplies already hit by warMeteorologists warn of prolonged high temperatures due to El Niño, compounding climate change impacts and already high farming costs. This ...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
US DOJ closes criminal probe into Abbott over baby formula plant: ReportThe US Justice Department has reportedly ended its criminal investigation into Abbott Laboratories concerning its baby formula plant, which...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.41 AM IST
Indian firm, CEO among 8 entities sanctioned by US for 'fuelling' civil war in SudanThe US has imposed sanctions on eight individuals and entities, including an Indian national, for allegedly fueling Sudan's civil war. Alok...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.26 AM IST
From export bans to price crashes: Why onion farmers need more than buffer stock purchasesRecent hikes in procurement price have provided little relief, according to stakeholders, as onion farmers argue that prices are still belo...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST