January 13, 2026

Rythu Commission Warns Farmers Against Banned HTBT Cotton Seeds and Glyphosate Use

Rythu Commission Chairman M. Kodanda Reddy warns farmers not to use banned HTBT cotton seeds and avoid excess glyphosate. These pose risks to soil and human health.

January 13, 2026

WHO Warns Cheap Sugary Drinks and Alcohol Fuel Global Health Risks, Calls for Higher Taxes

WHO reports reveal low taxes keep sugary drinks and alcohol cheap, driving obesity and diseases. The global health body urges countries to raise taxes and curb rising health costs.

January 13, 2026

Idukki Prepares for Makaravilakku Festival with Strong Security and Services

Idukki district has readied big security and services for the Makaravilakku festival. Police, medical teams, and lights are set to keep pilgrims safe and smooth traffic flow.

January 13, 2026

Sabarimala Ready for Makaravilakku with 1 Lakh Pilgrims, Tight Security, and Protests

Sabarimala temple and surroundings are prepared for Makaravilakku. About 1 lakh pilgrims camped. Police on alert with strict passes. Healthcare and buses ready. Protests at Erumely over vehicle stoppage.

January 13, 2026

Blinkit, Zomato, Swiggy Drop 10-Minute Delivery After Union Minister’s Intervention

After a strike by delivery workers, India's Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya convinced Blinkit, Zepto, Zomato, and Swiggy to scrap 10-minute delivery promises to improve worker safety and health.