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CHENNAI: The prices of vegetables at Chennai's Koyambedu wholesale market witnessed moderate fluctuations on August 4 (Monday), with a few notable increases. According to the traders, the price of green chillies rose by Rs 20 per kg, up from Rs 50 per kg on Saturday to Rs 70 per kg on Monday. Radish witnessed a hike of Rs 10 per kg, rising from Rs 20 per kg on Saturday to Rs 30 per kg on Monday. Chow Chow also saw a marginal increase of Rs 5, selling at Rs 25 per kg, compared to Rs 20 per kg on Saturday. The price of peas dropped by Rs 40 per kg, from Rs 180 on August 2 to Rs 140 per kg on Monday. Lemon also saw a marginal increase of Rs 5, selling at Rs 35 per kg on Saturday to Rs 40 per kg on Monday Tomatoes at Rs 40 per kg, beans at Rs 80 per kg, and drumsticks at Rs 30 per kg also continue to be sold without any price change Small onions are being sold at Rs 60 per kg, and beetroot remains stable at Rs 40 per kg. Corainder leaves, mint, and various other greens also continue to be sold without any change from Saturday's (Aug 2) rates.
New Delhi: The Italian luxury couture label shocked the desi fans after they featured at least seven of the 56 runway looks featuring sandals that bear a striking resemblance to traditional Indian Kolhapuri Chappals - without any credit. After facing backlash over it, Prada has finally acknowleged that the footwear pieces featured in its Men's 2026 Spring/Summer show in Milan, were inspired by the traditional Indian handcrafted pieces made in specific districts of Maharashtra and Karnataka. In an exclusive response to NDTV, the Prada Group Press Office mentioned, "At Prada Group, we have alwa ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): The cost of home-cooked meals eased in June as compared to the same month last year, driven by a sharp correction in vegetable prices, according to the Crisil Intelligence report. In the monthly report titled 'Roti Rice Rate', the average cost of a vegetarian thali (Plate) declined by 8 per cent year-on-year (YoY), while the cost of a non-vegetarian thali was down nearly 6 per cent. The decline in vegetarian thali prices was primarily attributed to a significant drop in key vegetable prices, which had spiked the previous year due to adverse weather and crop d ...Read More >
Eight crop segments -- rice, cotton, wheat, soybean, chillies, grapes, sugarcane and gram -- contribute about 65 per cent of the domestic agrochemical market. India's agrochemical exports nearly trebled in 10 years to $3.3 billion in FY25, up from $1.3 billion in 2014-15, making the country the third-largest exporter of agrochemicals after China and the US, a report by the Agro-Chemicals Federation of India (ACFI) and Deloitte released late last evening showed. To sustain the momentum, ACFI has urged the government to introduce a production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme and tax holidays for ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Opposition BJD and Congress MLAs Tuesday staged a walkout from the Odisha assembly, accusing the ruling BJP of failing to control prices of essential commodities and resolve the potato crisis in the state. The issues were debated in the House over the admissibility of an adjournment motion moved by the Opposition on price rise of vegetables, pulses, edible oil and fuel. The opposition members took exception to comments made by Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister K C Patra that adverse climate conditions, rates in international and domestic markets, and less production by ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 18 (PTI) The central drugs laboratories have found 55 samples manufactured by various firms in June to be "not of standard quality", health ministry officials said on Friday. Further, state drugs testing laboratories have identified 130 drugs samples as 'not of standard quality', they said. According to routine regulatory surveillance activity, the list of 'not of standard quality' and spurious drugs are being displayed on the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) portal on a monthly basis. "For the month of June-2025, Central Drugs Laboratories have identified ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) India's tea exports rose by 2.85 per cent in the 2024-25 financial year compared to the previous fiscal, reflecting a second year of robust demand for the country's high-quality product, according to data released by the Tea Board. The tea exports from the country increased from 250.73 million kilograms to 257.88 million kilograms, the data showed. There was also a surge in shipments from North India, with the region recording an 8.15 per cent rise in exports to 161.20 million kilograms during 2024-25 compared to 149.05 million kilograms in 2023-24. The v ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 8 (PTI) The Centre on Friday announced the subsidised retail sale price of tomatoes in the range of Rs 47-60 per kg in the national capital through the National Cooperative Consumers' Federation of India (NCCF), to provide relief to buyers. The NCCF, which has been procuring tomatoes from Azadpur mandi since August 4, is retailing them with minimal margins, the consumer affairs ministry said. "To date, NCCF has sold 27,307 kilograms of tomatoes at retail prices ranging from Rs 47 to Rs 60 per kg, depending on the procurement cost," the ministry stated. Retail sales are being ...Read More >
Silica is an essential mineral for strong, healthy hair, but it's often missing from our daily diets. For vegans, adding silica-rich foods to your routine can transform your hair health. This article lists down yummy and healthy vegan snacks that are not only easy to make but also rich in silica. They provide a delicious way to strengthen your hair. Cucumbers are rich in silica, and turning them into chips is a delicious way to enjoy a healthy snack. Just thinly slice cucumbers, season with your favorite herbs and spices, and bake until crispy. These chips provide hydration with their high wa ...Read More >
Kolkata, July 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) The West Bengal unit of BJP, under the leadership of its new State party President Samik Bhattacharya is making all efforts to ensure a political rally in the state, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing it, before Trinamool Congress's annual Martyrs' day rally in Kolkata on July 21. An insider from the state committee of BJP said that the week before July 21, the Prime Minister is scheduled to go for an election campaign in Bihar where the Assembly polls are scheduled later this year. "We are trying hard so that the Prime Minister can spare some time ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 12 (ANI): Delhi's Tis Hazari Court has granted bail to a woman accused of pouring hot water mixed with chilli powder on her husband to kill him. This case pertains to an FIR registered at Nangloi Police Station. A charge sheet has been filed after an investigation. Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Saurabh Kulshrestha granted bail to the accused Jyoti alias Kittu after considering that, as per MLC, the victim has suffered simple injuries. 'Insofar as the issue regarding threats to the victim and the witnesses is concerned, the same can be taken care of by imposing appr ...Read More >
NEW DELHI : The idiom advising one not to compare apples and oranges is a cliché -- a figurative expression that a fruit lover can safely ignore. But anyone with an interest in the origin, spread, popularity, and market dynamics of a fruit or a vegetable can and must draw comparisons. In that spirit of enquiry, one may compare apples and mangoes, more so as they appear to be headed in different directions. Apples are vying for eternal glory, while mangoes are in tatters. Sample these numbers: In 2024-25, India's mango exports, including fresh fruit and pulp, were valued at just ₹1,150 crore. ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025! #Saiyaara". 'Saiyaara', which stars Aneet Padda, and marks the debut of Ahaan Panday, is helmed b ...Read More >
Hisar, Jun 5 (PTI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini Thursday announced the establishment of natural and organic mandis in Gurugram and Hisar to promote natural farming on a large scale in the state. The Gurugram mandi will cater to produce such as wheat, paddy and pulses, while the Hisar mandi will focus on fruits and vegetables grown through natural and organic methods. Also Read | Delhi: High-Level US Team Arrives for Talks on Bilateral Trade Pact With India. In addition, a committee will be formed under the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran to determine fair pricing for produce gr ...Read More >
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar suggests empowering rural youth to drive change in India's underutilized agricultural sector during his visit to Dr YS Parmar University. He advocates for direct subsidies to farmers, emphasizing the need for bridging the gap between production and market access and the use of AI for rural transformation. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has called for empowering rural youth to catalyze significant transformation in India's largely untapped agricultural sector. Dur ...Read More >
New Delhi: Alleging "blatant misuse" of agencies to defame its leaders, AAP on Thursday questioned why the first information report filed against former Delhi ministers Saurabh Bharadwaj and Satyendar Jain was being kept under wraps and "selective" press notes were being leaked to the media.Bharadwaj, who is Delhi AAP convener, alleged that only two former ministers were named in the case without any reasonable cause while all the officers of the health and public works departments, who were actually responsible for executing the hospital projects, were spared. "Is the FIR so baseless that BJP ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: From sabzis to sambhar, the cost of cooking a regular Indian meal for an average family is rising sharply as vegetable prices hit new highs, with everyday greens now as pricey or pricier than exotics. Going by the current prices, a humble bhindi or guvar sabzi may cost more than a takeaway meal. Retail prices of vegetables like okra, ivy gourd (tindora), bottle gourd, and tomatoes surged well beyond the Rs 100/kg mark in Ahmedabad markets, turning daily nutrition into a household budgetary challenge.The steepest spike is seen in ivy gourd (tindora), now priced at Rs 216 a kilogram, ...Read More >
Guwahati, Jul 15 (PTI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will visit Assam on Wednesday during which they will interact with party functionaries of the state. State Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi said the district, block and mandal presidents of the party will be able to present their views before its top leadership during Kharge and Gandhi's visit. Also Read | Did Lucknow Court Judge Take Selfie With Rahul Gandhi During Hearing of Indian Army 'Defamation' Case? BJP's Amit Malviya Found Fake in Fact Check. "I look forward to welcoming Shri ...Read More >
An Indian fried chicken dish was named among the top 10 worldwide (Photo Credit: iStock) A wide variety of fried chicken dishes are prepared in regions around the world. From lesser-known traditional delicacies to staple snacks famous in multiple countries, exploring these dishes can be a fascinating exercise. Taste Atlas, the popular food and travel guide, has even curated a list of the 'Best Fried Chicken Dishes' across the globe. It recently updated the same as per its ranking data for December 2024. A single Indian dish was named among the top 10. Chicken 65, a lip-smacking treat from Sou ...Read More >
Hisar, Jun 5 (PTI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini Thursday announced the establishment of natural and organic mandis in Gurugram and Hisar to promote natural farming on a large scale in the state. The Gurugram mandi will cater to produce such as wheat, paddy and pulses, while the Hisar mandi will focus on fruits and vegetables grown through natural and organic methods. In addition, a committee will be formed under the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran to determine fair pricing for produce grown using natural and organic farming practices. The Chief Minister made these announcements ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Vegetable prices at the Koyambedu Wholesale Market in Chennai recorded moderate fluctuations on June 7 (Saturday), with several items registering notable increases. According to traders, the price of carrots and bitter gourd rose by Rs 20. Carrots, which were priced at Rs 30 per kg on June 1, are now selling at Rs 50. Bitter gourd, earlier sold at Rs 25, is currently priced at Rs 40. Brinjal also recorded a sharp rise of Rs 15 per kg, increasing from Rs 25 to Rs 40. Additionally, the prices of small onions (shallots), Ooty beetroot, and chow chow increased by Rs 10. Small onions we ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The price of vegetables at Chennai's Koyambedu wholesale market remained unchanged on July 11 (Friday). According to the traders, snake gourd, which was sold at Rs 20 per kg last week, is now being sold at Rs 30 per kg after a Rs 10 increase. Lemons have been consistently sold at Rs 50 per kg since June, with no price changes. Garlic is priced at Rs 150 per kg, while green peas are being sold at Rs 180 per kg. Similarly, beans are sold at Rs 80 per kg. Drumsticks are priced at Rs 50 per kg, and yam is sold at Rs 60 per kg. Brinjal, bitter gourd, and potatoes are all being sold at R ...Read More >
New Delhi, May 26 (PTI) Zepto Co-Founder and CEO Aadit Palicha has accused the chief financial officer of a competing company of orchestrating a smear campaign against his quick commerce platform. In a LinkedIn post on late Sunday, Palicha, not taking names, alleged that the CFO of one of Zepto's competitor firms has been reaching out to Zepto's investors with unsubstantiated claims, distributing false financial data to journalists, and employing bots to spread negative narratives about Zepto on social media. "Over the past few days, the CFO of one of our competitors has been trying to build ...Read More >
Panaji : Women-centric empowerment programmes under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission, (DAY- NRLM) of the Centre have resulted in 3,250 self-help groups (SHGs) being formed in the state, of which 1,120 SHGs are credit linked and have taken Rs 340 crore loans from banks for business, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said on Tuesday. Sawant, who inaugurated a two-day state level bankers' conclave organised by the Goa State Rural Livelihood Mission (GSRLM), said, "If all the SHGs were credit-linked, the loans extended by banks to them would have easily crossed Rs 900 ...Read More >
Tirupati/Chittoor: After chilli and tobacco farmers, mango growers are now in focus as YSRCP chief Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy looks to raise the political heat in the state. A bumper mango yield this year has brought little joy to farmers, who are struggling with falling prices. Despite the state government's swift action, announcing subsidies and deploying officials to assist distressed farmers, the issue has turned political. Looking to capitalise on the unrest, Jagan will visit Bangarupalem market yard on July 9 to console mango farmers. In fact, the government claims that Andhra Pradesh's pr ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 12 (ANI): Delhi's Tis Hazari Court has granted bail to a woman accused of pouring hot water mixed with chilli powder on her husband to kill him. This case pertains to an FIR registered at Nangloi Police Station. A charge sheet has been filed after an investigation. Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Saurabh Kulshrestha granted bail to the accused Jyoti alias Kittu after considering that, as per MLC, the victim has suffered simple injuries. 'Insofar as the issue regarding threats to the victim and the witnesses is concerned, the same can be taken care of by imposing appr ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 3 (ANI): AIADMK National Spokesperson Kovai Sathyan on Thursday demanded a transparent probe into the alleged custodial death of a security guard in Sivaganga district and added that his party will stand with the family of the deceased. Kovai Sathyan said, "This is the 25th custodial murder since DMK came to power. Ajith Kumar, a security guard who had been called for an inquiry, and his brother were both exposed to brutality....There is a blatant cover-up of evidence relating to brutality. Plastic pipes, chilli powder, and iron rods were all removed from th ...Read More >
Pithoragarh: A tragic accident in Pithoragarh has claimed the lives of at least eight people and left several seriously injured after a passenger vehicle reportedly plunged into a river. The incident occurred near Bhandari village in the Muwani area as the vehicle was travelling from Muwani to Bokta in the district. Senior Superintendent of Police Rekha Yadav confirmed the fatalities, stating that eight individuals died at the scene. Rescue operations are currently underway, with the three critically injured victims having been admitted to the local government hospital. ...Read More >
A young woman named Oleti Pushpa (22) was killed by her live-in partner Sheikh Shamma (22) in the Ambedkar Konaseema region of Andhra Pradesh, reported India Today. She was living with Sheikh for the past 6 months after she separated from her spouse. The incident took place in Siddhartha Nagar, B Savaram village of Rajolu mandal on 16th July. Shamma reportedly accused Pushpa of having affairs with other men. He forced her to engage in prostitution and frequently instigated fights with her when intoxicated. As per police, Shamma was addicted to ganja. On the fateful night, he against pressuri ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Following widespread rain recently, the Koyambedu wholesale market has been receiving less vegetables and as a result the prices have surged. As many as 460 truck loads of perishable commodities are supplied from the neighbouring states to Chennai, and it is expected to increase from weekends. Cyclone Fengal brought extremely heavy rain in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh in the last few days, which has disrupted the vegetable supply to the city. The wholesale market has been receiving around 460 vegetable vehicles against the usual arrival of 500 truck loads every day. "F ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Four people died in Himachal Pradesh as rain continues to wreak havoc in the state, while five were swept away in Rajasthan's Kota at a barrage after a heavy downpour caused the authorities to release water from a reservoir. In Himachal, more than 200 roads are out of bounds for vehicular traffic, a majority of them in Mandi, while a flash flood warning has been issued for 12 districts in Jharkhand. An individual each drowned in Kullu and Kangra districts, one died after being bitten by a snake in Bilaspur, while one was killed after falling from a height, the State Emergency Oper ...Read More >