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In 1958, when China ordered a nationwide sparrow slaughter to protect grain crops, what followed was 2 million human deathsChina's war on sparrows in 1958 had devastating consequences. The campaign, aimed at protecting grain, instead led to a surge in crop-destr...- Cold storages struggle as Gulf cargo lands in IndiaIndian cold storages are full of imported apples, avocados, and dry fruits. Shipping disruptions due to the Iran war are causing these dive...
- Record pulses buffer to act as shield against El Nino, says govt officialIndia holds a substantial 43 lakh tonnes pulses buffer that will protect against supply disruptions and price hikes due to a potential El N...
- Japan’s premium fruit industry where melons become luxury commoditiesJapanese fruits have carved out a niche in the world market, fetching high prices due to their extraordinary taste, texture, and stunning p...
- From Alphonso to Kesar: How a tiny fly halted India’s mango exports to Japan after two decadesJapan has suspended fresh mango imports from India for the 2026 season due to concerns over pest treatment procedures at an Indian facility...
- Consumers unlikely to see major impact on food prices over next 2-3 months: Consumer Affairs SecyThe government is closely monitoring the prices of essential food commodities. At present, prices have remained stable and largely range-bo...
- No love in Tokyo for mangoes from India this seasonJapan has suspended fresh mango imports from India due to concerns over fumigation and disinfection deficiencies identified during a March ...
- A Rs 3 hike makes India’s inflation battle somewhat harderIndian Oil Marketing Companies have increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre each, and CNG by Rs 2/kg, following daily losses o...
- Dubai chefs shrink menus as Iran war makes tomatillos, scallops harder to sourceIran war: Dubai's vibrant restaurant scene is feeling the pinch. Chefs are struggling to get key ingredients like avocados and tomatillos. ...
- Thermos recalls over 8 million jars and bottles after defective stoppers leave 3 with permanent vision loss; here’s what consumers should do nowThermos recall: Millions of Thermos food jars and bottles are recalled due to stoppers forcefully ejecting, causing serious injuries, inclu...
- Bengal polls: Movement via Petrapole land port, other Bangladesh border routes restrictedBorder movement is restricted in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. This curb is in place for the final phase of assembly elections....
- How to Keep Bagged Salad Fresh Longer With One Simple Fridge HabitFood wastage from bagged salads can be significantly reduced by a simple trick: adding a dry paper towel to the bag. This absorbs excess mo...
- How to Store Spices Correctly So They Stay Potent LongerYour kitchen spices might be losing their punch faster than you think! Heat, moisture, light, and air are the silent culprits, degrading fl...
- India's trade gap shrinks in March, swells in FY26India's trade deficit saw a reduction in March as the West Asia conflict disrupted trade flows. Exports and imports both declined, narrowin...
- Your Fridge Shelves Are Not Equal, And One Small Shift Could Keep Food Fresh LongerProper food placement in refrigerators significantly impacts freshness and quality, as temperature variations exist across different shelve...
- The Everyday Kitchen Habit That Quietly Doubles Your Food Waste Without You NoticingMany households discard edible food simply by adhering to expiration dates, a habit that significantly increases weekly waste. Research ind...
- West Asia conflict deals a double whammy to India’s farm sector: pre-harvest cost pressures, post-harvest shipping delaysSupply shocks, export disruptions, and labour shortages caused by the Iran war are beginning to strain India’s agriculture despite ample fo...
- Rahul Gandhi compares LPG gas crisis handling to COVID, blames policy voidRahul Gandhi alleges Prime Minister Narendra Modi's approach to the LPG gas crisis mirrors the COVID-19 pandemic response. He states the po...
- India Inc seeks export ban on key inputs, QCO relief amid Iran warIran War: Industry is urging the government to consider an export ban on key raw materials like sulphur and helium, alongside temporary rel...
- Govt to set up food processing hubs for niche products in Madhya Pradesh Bihar and J&KAlso, to facilitate exports of perishable commodities, the ministry and the Airports Authority of India are setting up cold chains and infr...
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