Bengaluru: 790 Birds Injured by Banned Manja in 2025
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds annually in Bengaluru. Rescue cases surged to 790 in 2025. Learn about the impact and conservation efforts.
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Bengaluru: 790 Birds Injured by Banned Kite String in 2025
Banned glass-coated kite string (manja) injures hundreds of birds in Bengaluru yearly. Rescue cases soared to 790 in 2025. Learn about the crisis and conservation efforts.
Gujarat International Kite Festival 2026 Dates Announced
Gujarat gears up for the International Kite Festival 2026! Discover the official dates for Uttarayan and key venues in Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, and Rajkot. Plan your visit now!
Amritsar DC Bans Chinese Manjha, Seeks Public Cooperation
Amritsar Deputy Commissioner issues strict ban on Chinese kite string (manjha), urges public to report violations. Crackdown follows severe injuries and fatalities.
Indore: 3 Arrested in Chinese Manjha Crackdown
Indore police arrested three individuals for selling and using banned Chinese manjha. String seized, shops sealed, and cases filed under BNS. Read the full details of the operation.
Owl rescued from kite string in Valsad ahead of Uttarayan
An owl entangled in kite string (manja) was rescued in Pardi village, Valsad. Animal activists warn of the severe threat manja poses to birds, especially nocturnal species like owls, during the kite-flying season.
Banned Chinese Manja Sold Online Before Sankranti
Despite a nationwide ban, deadly Chinese manja is being sold on e-commerce and social media sites ahead of Sankranti, causing severe injuries to birds, animals, and humans. Authorities vow action.
Biker's throat slit by Chinese kite string in Ujjain
A 22-year-old man in Ujjain suffered a grievous throat injury after a Chinese kite string entangled his neck while riding a bike. Read about the shocking incident and the rescue efforts.
Hyderabad Run Fights Banned Kite String Menace
Hyderabad's AWCS organised a run to highlight nylon manja dangers. The banned string kills birds & harms humans. Over 5,000 birds rescued since 2019. Pledge to fly kites responsibly.
Two arrested with 20 bags of banned Chinese kite string
Jalandhar police arrested two men and seized 20 bags of deadly Chinese kite string (manjha). The banned material poses a severe threat to humans and birds. Read the full story.
Jaipur Kite Markets Gear Up for Makar Sankranti
Jaipur's traditional kite markets are buzzing with colours but sales await a boost. Traders expect a rush despite a 25-40% price hike and weather challenges. Read more.
Delhi Kite Festival at Baansera from Jan 16-18
Delhi Development Authority organizes a free 3-day kite festival at Baansera, Jan 16-18. Explore kite history, international displays, food, and cultural performances. Join thousands of visitors!
Ludhiana: Duo extorts Rs 93k from teen, booked by PAU police
PAU police in Ludhiana book two men for blackmailing a schoolboy and extorting over Rs 90,000 using a banned kite string ploy. The teen fell into depression before his family intervened. Read the full details.
Chinese Manjha Kite String Threatens Bhopal Power Supply
As Bhopal prepares for Makar Sankranti, officials warn banned Chinese manjha kite strings risk massive power outages and fatal accidents. Learn the high-risk zones and safety measures.
Chinese Kite String Injures Teen in Ujjain
A 17-year-old boy in Ujjain is critically injured after a Chinese kite string slit his throat near Jaysinghpura Mali temple. Read the shocking details of the incident and the police response.
Vadodara Installs Bridge Cables for Uttarayan Safety
Ahead of Uttarayan, Vadodara Municipal Corporation installs GI cables on 17 bridges to protect commuters from sharp kite strings. The Rs 95,000 project aims to prevent injuries and fatalities. Read for safety tips.
4 Zodiac Signs That Naturally Attract Wealth
Astrology reveals which zodiac signs are natural money magnets due to their birth charts and planetary influences. Discover the top 4 signs destined for financial success.
LED Kites Illuminate Ludhiana's Sky, Reviving Tradition
Ludhiana's traditional kite-flying gets a modern twist with LED-lit kites. Artisans in Daresi and Trunk Wala Bazaar report high demand for these illuminated kites, especially from youth. Discover how this trend is transforming a daytime activity into a no
Ludhiana cops nab 3 with 960 banned Chinese kite string rolls
Ludhiana police arrested three men in Moti Nagar with 960 rolls of deadly Chinese kite string. A case under BNS sections registered. Read about the police's zero-tolerance policy.
Jaipur Kite Ban for Army Day Fly-Past Rehearsals
Jaipur police impose a complete kite-flying ban within a 5-km radius of Mahal Road and Hare Krishna Marg from Jan 2-15 for Army Day rehearsals. Know the dates, timings, and safety reasons behind this crucial restriction.
Bhopal bans Chinese manjha for 2 months over safety risks
Bhopal Police Commissioner bans Chinese manjha for 2 months ahead of Sankranti to prevent injuries to birds and humans. Read the full order details and legal implications here.
Rs 2.34 Cr Illegal Kite String Network Busted in Gujarat
Ahmedabad rural police seized banned nylon kite strings worth crores and busted a major manufacturing network ahead of Uttarayan, preventing potential fatal accidents. Read the full crackdown details.
Tanya Mittal's mom speaks out on her Bigg Boss 19 journey
Tanya Mittal's mother, Suneeta Mittal, questions Bigg Boss 19 makers for targeting her daughter. Read about Tanya's post-show success and fan interactions in Mumbai.
Cop saves youth from fatal kite string injury in Ahmedabad
A police constable in Ahmedabad saved a 21-year-old's life by rushing him to a hospital after a kite string slashed his neck. Read the heroic rescue story.
Amritsar Residents Protest Chinese Manja Sales
Amritsar citizens demand action as banned Chinese kite strings are still sold openly, posing a deadly threat to humans and birds. Read the full report.
Bhilwara cracks down on banned Chinese manjha, 6 arrested
Bhilwara police arrested six and seized over 150 spools of banned Chinese kite string. The crackdown aims to protect birds and public safety. Environmentalists urge the use of cotton thread.
Chinese Kite String Vendors Arrested in Ludhiana
Ludhiana police crack down on Chinese 'manjha' sellers. Two vendors arrested, but manufacturers and suppliers remain at large. Learn about the dangers of this banned kite string.
Nagpur Police seize banned manja worth ₹1.2 lakh, arrest two
Ajni police in Nagpur intercepted an e-rickshaw and seized 120 pieces of banned nylon kite string (manja) in a midnight operation, arresting two individuals. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Amritsar Man Held for Attempted Assault on Minor Boy
A 60-year-old man in Amritsar was arrested for allegedly trying to sexually assault a 10-year-old boy who came to retrieve a kite. The child managed to escape. Read the full details.
RBC Warns of Finite Capital for ETF Market Makers
RBC Capital Markets warns that a potential surge of new ETF share classes in 2026 could strain the finite capital of market-making firms, risking a bottleneck in the $13 trillion industry.
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