Assam Tea Workers Stage Flash Strike Over Wages
Tea workers in Assam's Brahmaputra Valley halted operations in a one-hour strike, demanding a wage hike from Rs 250 to Rs 351. The ACMS warns of a total shutdown if demands are ignored. Read more.
Tea workers in Assam's Brahmaputra Valley halted operations in a one-hour strike, demanding a wage hike from Rs 250 to Rs 351. The ACMS warns of a total shutdown if demands are ignored. Read more.
Explore the profound world within a cup of tea—from personal memories of Kolkata's addas to the colonial history of Assam's plantations. Discover how this humble beverage weaves together India's social fabric and cultural identity. Read more.
Coimbatore's average winter night temperature has finally dropped to the normal 19.4°C after five years of being above normal. Experts cite the Madden-Julian Oscillation pattern. Read more about its impact on health and farming.
Gurgaon shivered at 5.3°C, its coldest morning this season. IMD warns of dense fog and a further 2-3°C temperature drop across Haryana in the next four days. Get the full forecast.
Ahmedabad recorded its coldest day this winter at 12.5°C. IMD forecasts a dip to 11°C on Tuesday. Get the full weather update and city-wise temperatures here.
Telangana faces a sharp temperature drop as a cold wave sets in this week, lasting until mid-January. Get the latest district-wise weather forecast and safety tips.
Goa experiences a slight rise in minimum temperatures, with Panaji at 20.7°C. IMD forecasts a gradual 1-2°C increase over the next few days. Dry weather expected until Jan 11.
Minimum temperatures dropped across Kashmir Valley, with Gulmarg being the coldest at -5.4°C. Srinagar recorded 3.3°C. The weather department forecasts mainly dry conditions.
India's Tea Board will implement a strict SOP within two weeks to stop inferior, cheap tea from Nepal, safeguarding Darjeeling's industry. A ₹1,500 crore scheme is also announced. Read more.
Abhishek Banerjee vows to hike wages to Rs 300/day, operationalize all PHCs, and build crèches if TMC returns to power in 2026. He contrasts state's work with BJP MPs' record in Alipurduar.
Ahmedabad's minimum temperature touched 15°C, 2.7°C above normal. IMD forecasts a 2-3°C rise in Gujarat's night temperatures over the next three days. Get the full weather update.
Ahmedabad's minimum temperature soared to 15.3°C, 3 degrees above normal. IMD forecasts a gradual 2-3°C rise over three days. Get the full weather update for Gujarat.
Goa experiences a drop in night temperatures with Dabolim at 17.4°C. IMD forecasts a gradual rise of 1-2°C in the coming days. Dry conditions likely until Jan 8. Read the full forecast.
Pune begins 2026 with a significant rise in minimum temperatures, marking a shift from the coldest December in over a decade. IMD forecasts a continued warming trend. Read more.
Punjab and Haryana experience above-normal minimum temperatures, with Amritsar at 10.8°C. IMD forecasts dry weather, impacting agriculture and daily life. Read the full weather report.
Kolkata shivers through its coldest New Year's Day in over 15 years with a minimum of 11.6°C. Met forecasts a brief rise before another dip by Jan 10. Get the full weather outlook.
Ludhiana experienced its highest average day temperature in December for eight years, while nights were the coldest in four years. Get the full weather analysis and regional comparisons here.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns tea estates of losing Rs 150 crore annual incentives for non-cooperation in granting land rights to 3.33 lakh worker families. Read the full story.
A UK Biobank study warns that regularly drinking very hot tea or coffee can damage the oesophagus, increasing cancer risk. Learn how to enjoy your brew safely.
Kolkata's temperature plunged to 11°C on New Year's Eve, marking the coldest December 31 in over ten years. Get the full weather breakdown and forecast details here.
Kolkata recorded its coldest day of the season at 11 degrees Celsius on December 31, 2025, as per IMD. West Bengal faces severe cold wave conditions. Read more.
Ahmedabad's minimum temperature hit 15.6°C, significantly above normal. IMD forecasts stable weather for Gujarat before a drop. Discover the state's temperature trends.
Your tea turned bitter? Don't pour it out! Learn why tea gets harsh and discover 5 simple fixes involving temperature, timing, and ingredients to rescue your cup. Make every sip smooth.
Ranchi's Met office forecasts a gradual 2-3°C rise in minimum temperatures across Jharkhand from Tuesday. Dry weather and morning fog likely. Get the full forecast.
Panaji's mild winter chill sees slight relief as temperatures rise to 19.5°C, though still below normal. IMD forecasts similar conditions for the week ahead. Read the full weather update.
Panaji and Mormugao observatories recorded cooler than normal weather on Friday. Minimum temperatures dropped significantly. IMD forecasts dry weather and haze till month-end. Read for details.
FSSAI's new directive prohibits calling herbal infusions 'tea'. The Rs 3,600 crore flavoured market must rebrand. Learn what this means for your favourite brews.
India's FSSAI orders companies to stop calling herbal infusions 'tea'. Only drinks from Camellia sinensis plant qualify. Learn about the new rules and industry impact.
FSSAI mandates only Camellia sinensis products can be branded as 'tea'. Herbal infusions must rebrand, impacting India's wellness market. Read the full story.
FSSAI's new order restricts the term 'tea' to products from Camellia sinensis. Herbal infusions must be clearly labeled. Learn what this means for consumers and businesses.