Andhra Pradesh Bans Paraquat for 60 Days

Andhra Pradesh government prohibits sale and use of paraquat for 60 days due to high toxicity and links to suicides. The herbicide accounts for 39.4% of poisoning deaths in a local study.

Kendrapada villagers protest for safe drinking water

Residents of Mahakalapada block in Kendrapada district staged a dharna with pots and buckets, demanding safe drinking water and repair of damaged pipelines. Officials assured action after a three-hour road blockade.

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