Sarpanch wears bear suit to tackle monkey menace in village
A newly elected sarpanch in Telangana's Nirmal district uses a creative bear costume to scare monkeys. His viral video highlights a growing rural problem demanding government action.
A newly elected sarpanch in Telangana's Nirmal district uses a creative bear costume to scare monkeys. His viral video highlights a growing rural problem demanding government action.
A 50-year-old farmer and priest, Ashok Kumar, was fatally attacked by a stray bull in Kanpur's Maharajpur. The incident highlights the growing menace of stray cattle in India. Read the full report.
DGP Rajeev Krishna visited Agra to assess law and order, traffic management, and women's safety. He directed police to be polite with tourists and called for coordinated efforts for traffic safety.
Manipur security forces eradicate over 600 acres of illegal poppy cultivation in Ukhrul and Kangpokpi districts. Major blow to drug trade as operations continue. Read the full report.
The Taj Mahal disappeared behind a thick blanket of smog in Agra as air quality plummeted to 'very poor' with AQI 390. Visibility dropped drastically amid dense fog warnings from IMD. Read the full report.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu declares the war against drugs a mass movement, with over 1,500 arrests and 1,200 FIRs. Learn about the state's strategy and public support.
Newly elected sarpanches in Telangana are acting on poll promises by hiring teams to trap monkey troop leaders. Over 700 monkeys have been caught and released in forests. Read how villages are tackling the simian problem.
Actress Sapthami Gowda shares her heartfelt journey with Bangalore Times, from childhood reader to featured personality, marking a personal and professional evolution intertwined with Bengaluru's pulse.
Maharashtra's human-wildlife conflict escalates with Rs 10,000 crore annual crop loss and over 50 human deaths. MP Medha Kulkarni urges immediate government action to protect farmers and communities.
Bengaluru residents face a growing health threat from pigeons, with doctors reporting a surge in respiratory illnesses. The government, however, denies any recorded infections. Learn about the risks and expert warnings.
Farmers in 12 Anakapalli mandals face heavy losses from migrating monkeys. Two students were bitten in a hostel attack. Read about the administration's stalled efforts and government response.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara announces a major crackdown on narcotics, revealing 1,500 cases and 2,000 arrests this year. The government vows to eradicate the drug menace from the state.
Explore Shimla's complex 150-year history with monkeys, from colonial-era pets to modern-day pests. Discover the ecological and urban challenges of this unique coexistence.
A horrific pile-up involving multiple buses occurred on the Delhi-Agra Expressway due to dense fog. Several vehicles caught fire, with fears of many casualties. Rescue operations are ongoing.
A Delhi RWA has written to the MCD Commissioner highlighting the growing stray dog menace in parks, causing safety fears for residents and children. Read the urgent call for action.
Residents of Vaishali, Ghaziabad, raise alarm over stray dogs and cattle causing traffic jams and safety hazards. Multiple complaints to GMC yield no action. Read more.
Prime Minister Modi's gift of an Agra marble chess set to President Putin has ignited hopes for a GI tag and global recognition for the city's skilled artisans. Read more.
This week's horoscope reveals a surge of positive energy for Dog, Dragon, Horse, Monkey, and Rabbit signs. Discover key dates, lucky allies, and power colors for success in personal and professional life. Read more for your cosmic guide.
Andhra Pradesh deploys a new strategy with kumki elephants from Karnataka and potential translocation to tackle wild herds troubling Vizianagaram & Srikakulam for 15 years. Read the full plan.
Allahabad High Court criticizes UP govt & Centre for lacking concrete plan to tackle human-monkey conflict. Next hearing on Jan 13. Read the full story.
A stray dog's biting spree in Ghughra village, Dahod, has left 20 injured and residents in fear. Authorities urged to act swiftly. Read the full report on the escalating situation.
Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University organized a legal awareness camp to combat drug abuse. Experts discussed laws, rehabilitation, and community action. Read more.
AAP MP Swati Maliwal questions Punjab govt's spending on ads vs. ground reality of drug menace. ED raids expose de-addiction centres supplying drugs. Read the full debate.
Congress-backed & independent councillors in Almora begin an indefinite protest, citing administrative stagnation, monkey menace & lack of a permanent municipal commissioner. Read more.
Fatehpur municipal authorities hired a Mathura-based team to tackle the monkey menace. In 24 hours, 61 primates were captured from key areas and released in Lamheta forest. Read about the operation and future plans.
Agra police arrest two for running an extortion racket. Accused spiked drinks, filmed victims, and demanded lakhs. Key gang members still at large. Read the full investigation details.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes BJP in Gujarat, highlighting the drug menace, illegal liquor, and farmers' distress. Women protest as criminals get protection, he claims. Read more.
Agra health department's World AIDS Day parade united 300+ participants. CMO Dr. Arun Kumar Srivastava emphasized crucial 6-month TB preventive therapy for HIV patients. Read more.
Bengaluru Police establishes sophisticated knowledge hub partnering with IISc, NLSIU, NIMHANS and tech startups to combat traffic, cybercrime and drugs. Read how innovation is transforming policing.
Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa launches scathing attack on Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, calling his governance a disaster and alleging gangster rule. Read full details.