Ludhiana Rural Police launched a preventive drive on Lohri, distributing iron angle shields to two-wheeler riders to protect them from injuries caused by banned plastic kite strings. The initiative will continue until Basant Panchami.
A police officer and an elderly woman suffered serious injuries from banned Chinese manja in Hyderabad. Authorities intensify enforcement ahead of Sankranti season.
Indore district administration enforces zero-tolerance policy on synthetic kite string following two deaths and multiple injuries. Collector warns of severe prosecution under new criminal laws.
Hyderabad's traditional paper kite markets are being overtaken by plastic alternatives, violating the nationwide single-use plastic ban ahead of Sankranti festival.
Migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh flock to Ahmedabad's Dilli Darwaza before Makar Sankranti, making kite strings with bare hands that suffer deep, slow-healing cuts from glass powder.
The Gujarat Titans cricket team marked a lively start to their International Kite Festival, coinciding with Uttarayan festivities, showcasing cultural vibrancy and community engagement.
Two separate incidents involving dangerous Chinese manja kite strings injured a police officer in Nallakunta and a woman in Meerpet, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in Hyderabad.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court imposes strict penalties: ₹2.5 lakh for sellers and ₹25,000 for users of banned nylon kite strings. Fines to fund victim treatment.
A massive 35-foot Lord Hanuman kite created by veteran kitist Paavan Solanki took flight at Ahmedabad's International Kite Festival, showcasing innovative kite-making techniques.
Police in Ludhiana confiscated 80 spools of banned Chinese manjha string during a raid. The dangerous material poses serious risks to birds and humans during kite flying.
A woman in Raipur was severely cut by banned Chinese manjha ahead of Makar Sankranti. CM Vishnu Deo Sai warns public, directs strict enforcement of the ban to prevent more accidents.
PM Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz flew a special Lord Hanuman kite at the International Kite Festival in Gujarat, symbolizing strong India-Germany ties. Read more.
Scientists discover unexpected marine life, including crabs & anemones, breeding on plastic debris in the North Pacific Gyre. A new 'neopelagic' community emerges, reshaping ocean ecosystems.
PM Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Sabarmati Ashram, paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi before inaugurating the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad.
A 33-year-old man in Hyderabad suffered a deep shoulder cut from banned Chinese manja. Police have arrested sellers in Gachibowli and Suryapet. Read about the dangers and the ongoing crackdown.
Pithampur police raided a shop and seized a large quantity of prohibited Chinese manjha. A young shopkeeper has been arrested and booked under Section 223 of the BNS. Read the full details of the crackdown.
A tile contractor in Indore died after a banned Chinese manjha slit his throat. This is the second such death recently, highlighting the black market menace. Authorities must act now.
A tile contractor in Indore died after a banned Chinese manjha slit his throat. This is the second such death recently, highlighting the ongoing danger of the illegal kite strings.
During Lohri, children in Ludhiana are flying kites on active railway tracks, risking electrocution and train accidents. Lack of fencing and supervision creates a public safety crisis. Authorities urged to act.
As Lohri nears, Ludhiana police seize Chinese dor kite string, but critics say the crackdown comes months after the lethal product flooded markets. Read about the supply chain challenges and legal loopholes.
A 16-year-old boy died, and two friends were injured by electrocution in Ahmedabad's Kathwada while fixing their kite stall. Police are investigating the tragic Saturday incident.
PM Narendra Modi hosts German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Gandhinagar for crucial talks on trade, defence & tech. Leaders to inaugurate kite festival. Read key outcomes.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Ahmedabad for talks with PM Modi. The Gujarati diaspora in Germany eyes visa cap hikes and stronger bilateral ties. Details inside.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives in Ahmedabad for a two-day official visit. He will meet PM Modi, review the strategic partnership, and discuss trade, defence, and green energy. Read more.
An 8-year-old boy and three others severely injured by banned Chinese dor kite string on Mullanpur's Raikot overbridge. Victims demand real enforcement of the nationwide ban.
A young man in Gurdaspur suffered severe facial injuries after a deadly Chinese kite string slit his face. Doctors say his turban saved his life. Read about the dangers of China dor.
Ahmedabad undergoes massive beautification & cleanup for PM Modi & German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to inaugurate International Kite Festival-2026. Details inside.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives in Ahmedabad for a two-day India visit. He will visit Sabarmati Ashram, attend the Kite Festival, and hold talks with PM Modi. Read for details.
Students, forest staff & volunteers in Ganjam collected single-use plastic near Tara Tarini & Bateswar shrines. The drive aims to protect Rushikulya's Olive Ridley turtles. Join the fight against plastic pollution!
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