Chennai Market: Veg Prices Swing Before Pongal
High supply at Koyambedu wholesale market keeps some winter vegetable prices low, but fresh green peas and field beans surge up to 50% ahead of Pongal festival.
High supply at Koyambedu wholesale market keeps some winter vegetable prices low, but fresh green peas and field beans surge up to 50% ahead of Pongal festival.
A 25-year-old call centre employee in Greater Noida was strangled by a vegetable vendor who stalked her for a year. Police arrested the accused after a gunfight.
Delhi government admits street vendor regulation remains largely on paper with lapsed committees and incomplete surveys, leaving thousands without formal protection.
A viral Instagram video of Times Square, focusing on street vendors, has resonated deeply with Indian viewers, drawing comparisons to Delhi's bustling markets. Discover the familiar global energy of street life.
Discover 5 simple and delicious radish recipes, from paratha to soup, to enjoy this nutrient-packed winter vegetable. Boost your immunity and add variety to your meals!
Discover 6 simple Indian vegetables that transform into delicious, healthy dishes when baked. Easy recipes for potatoes, cauliflower, tomatoes, and more!
HDMC successfully relocated 180 vegetable vendors into the renovated Janata Bazar, easing traffic and improving pedestrian safety in Hubballi. Read about the resolution to the months-long issue.
Bumper local harvest in Kolkata slashes winter vegetable prices by 10-15%. Cauliflower, cabbage, carrots become affordable. Find out which veggies are cheapest and the one exception.
Concerned about chemicals in your potatoes? Learn easy home tests using smell, peel, and water to identify treated vegetables and protect your family's health.
Panchkula Municipal Corporation awards a decade-long contract to JP Enterprises for street vendor management. New monthly fees and vendor welfare schemes announced. Union threatens legal action. Read the full details.
Madurai Corporation permits 103 evicted street vendors to resume business near Meenakshi Amman Temple. Deputy mayor cites peak season livelihood concerns. Read the full story.
Ranchi's anti-encroachment drives offer only temporary relief as vendors return within days. Residents demand sustainable solutions and designated vending zones. Read more.
Tomato prices in Mysuru & Chamarajanagar skyrocket 150% in 40 days, hitting Rs 80/kg. Crop damage from heavy rain & cold weather slashes supply by 50%, hitting consumers but aiding farmers.
Struggling with bland diet snacks? Discover 6 simple, protein-rich dips that transform vegetables into delicious treats, curb hunger, and make weight loss easier. Recipes inside!
Tambaram councillors highlight severe encroachment by over 5,000 vendors. Read about the demand for a vending committee and the commissioner's action plan.
Ludhiana's railway station redevelopment enforces a ban on heating sources for food vendors, impacting sales and leaving commuters with cold snacks during a cold wave. Read about the safety directive and its economic fallout.
Housing Minister Krushna Mahapatra opens 'Srujan' canteen at Kharavela Bhawan for 700+ staff. Meanwhile, Odisha Khadya Mahotsav's chowmein stall stirs debate on authentic Odia cuisine. Read more.
Trichy Corporation installs medians on Kaliyammankoil Street to prevent vendor encroachment. Residents warn the 14-metre-wide road is too narrow, fearing increased traffic snarls. Read the full story.
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation launches a first-of-its-kind drone survey on Kala Patthar Road and Maliwara Chowk to assess illegal encroachment by street vendors before taking enforcement action.
As temperatures plunge in Patna, makeshift winter markets spring up across the city. Vendors report soaring demand for carpets, rugs, and warm clothing as residents battle the chill in concrete homes. Discover the seasonal economic boom.
Street vendors in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Kharar are thriving by moving to cheaper locations and offering lower prices, challenging established retailers. Discover their winning strategy.
Rudrapur Municipal Corporation enforces a weekly meat & fish sale ban on Tuesdays starting Jan 2026 to improve public hygiene, health, and respect religious sentiments. Details inside.
Residents of Jaipur's Mahesh Nagar face severe traffic chaos and blocked emergency access due to an illegal weekly market. Read their urgent plea to the municipal corporation.
Craving lasagna but no pasta sheets? Learn how to make a rich, layered lasagna using zucchini, roti, or potatoes. Perfect for Indian kitchens, this guide offers smart swaps for a comforting meal.
Supreme Court directs Punjab & Haryana HC to decide pending vendor land occupation cases in 3 weeks. Chandigarh admin must file affidavit on removal action. Key details inside.
Lal Babu, a Delhi vegetable seller, faces toxic smog daily for 14 hours. His story reveals the human cost of the city's air pollution crisis and its impact on livelihoods. Read more.
A Japanese delegation visited CSAUAT in Kanpur to share advanced hydroponics & micronutrient tech, promising up to 40% higher vegetable yields. Read how this partnership strengthens India's farm economy.
MMC Chairperson Damodar Shirodkar warns against illegal roadside vendors in Margao, citing traffic congestion and unfair competition. Citizens question delayed action ahead of Christmas.
ICAR-IIVR in Varanasi organizes a Farmers' Day program on Chaudhary Charan Singh's birth anniversary. The event focuses on sustainable employment and self-reliance for farmers under the Viksit Bharat Mission. Read more.
Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium hosted the 15th National Street Food Festival, featuring over 500 vendors from 27 states. Union Ministers inaugurated the vibrant celebration of India's street food culture.