The Indian government is set to announce measures in January to prevent a domestic sugar surplus and ensure timely payments to farmers. Key demands include a sugar MSP hike to ₹41/kg and increased ethanol blending.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah missed the legislature session in Belagavi after a diarrhoea-like infection. He is under medication and expected to attend on Thursday. Get the latest updates.
India's sugar production surges 28% to 78.25 lakh tonnes in 2025-26 season. Maharashtra, UP, Karnataka lead output. Industry calls for MSP revision as prices lag costs. Read the full analysis.
A tragic explosion at a licensed firecracker manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district claims a worker's life. Police investigation underway to determine the cause. Read the full report.
Star Air suspends its crucial Belagavi-Mumbai direct flight service, leaving the city without a vital air link to the commercial capital. Passengers face uncertainty as IndiGo's plans remain unclear. Details inside.
Nearly 1,000 specially abled and orphaned children from 22 schools in Belagavi celebrated at the Anmol Dhamaka. The event featured games, competitions, and a call for inclusive support. Read more.
The Karnataka winter session in Belagavi commences today with unresolved tensions within the ruling Congress, despite leadership meetings. Key political battles loom.
As the Karnataka legislature's winter session starts in Belagavi, 95 organizations, led by farmer groups, seek protest permission. BJP plans a massive farmer sit-in. Police deploy 6000 personnel for security.
Former Rajasthan minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas leads protest march in Jaipur, alleging a ₹1,000 crore scam in Jaipur Metal Factory's transfer to Alchemist. Read the full story.
Haryana State Pollution Control Board shuts down a Gohana tyre pyrolysis unit for releasing hazardous gases. Authorities acted on public complaints, highlighting environmental enforcement. Read the full report.
Karnataka police arrest two men for allegedly abducting and raping a 13-year-old in Belagavi. Case filed under IPC and POCSO Act. The accused threatened the victim's family.
India's sugar industry faces a critical funds blockage due to high closing stocks. NFCSF urges higher MSP, export quotas & ethanol price revision to avert crisis. Read full analysis.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis vows to establish an MIDC in Bhor for youth jobs, citing a Rs 467 crore aid to a sugar factory. BJP challenges NCP in local polls. Read more.
Belagavi police impose 21-day prohibitory orders around Suvarna Vidhana Soudha for Karnataka legislature winter session. Restrictions aim to maintain law and order during Dec 8-19 assembly.
Campco launches Rs 50 crore modernization of Puttur chocolate plant with new machinery, solar power & treatment facilities. Cooperative reports Rs 210 crore profit in 5 years.
Tragic fire and explosion at Ajit Cycle factory in Ludhiana's Dhandari Kalan area claims foreman's life. Investigation underway into the industrial accident.
Haryana launches new cooperative sugar mill in Naraingarh and sets India's highest sugarcane price at Rs 415/quintal, supporting farmers with digital reforms.
Two young labourers, Ricky Mohanto (22) and Kishan Mohanto (23), killed when industrial elevator crashed from 5th floor at Akshar Fabrics in Surat. Police investigation underway.
Tragic chemical explosion at Pakistani adhesive factory claims 20 lives, leaves many injured. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the industrial disaster.
Tragic boiler explosion at chemical factory in Faisalabad, Pakistan claims 7 lives. Emergency response underway as authorities investigate the industrial accident.
Tragic boiler explosion at pharmaceutical factory in Pakistan's Punjab province claims 15 lives, leaves dozens injured. Emergency response underway.
Sugarcane farmers in Karnataka's Bidar district continue protest for 7th day demanding unpaid dues from sugar factory. Police deployment continues as agitation persists.
Courageous security guards at a Ludhiana factory fought off armed miscreants attempting robbery. Read about their heroic stand and police investigation.
Recent blackbuck fatalities in Belagavi highlight systemic failures in captive wildlife management. Karnataka must strengthen protection measures immediately to prevent future tragedies.
Tragic incident in Belagavi's Shahpur area leaves three dead, one critical from suspected gas asphyxiation. Police investigation underway. Read details.
Two workers dead, five critically injured including owner in Barabanki firecracker factory explosion. Factory had valid license until March 2026. Investigation ongoing.
Tragic explosion at illegal firecracker unit in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki claims 2 lives, leaves 3 critically injured. Police investigation underway.
Massive explosion at illegal firecracker factory in Barabanki's Sarai Barai village claims 2 lives, leaves 3 fighting for their lives. Rescue operations continue.
Tragic boiler explosion at pharmaceutical factory in Bharuch's Saykha GIDC leaves 2 workers dead, 20 injured. Fire brigade and investigation teams on site. Read latest updates.
Tragic boiler explosion at pharmaceutical factory in Gujarat's Bharuch district claims 2 lives, leaves 20 injured. Massive fire brought under control by emergency teams.