January 9, 2026

Rajasthan Caste Panchayat Orders Women to Use Only Basic Phones, Retracts Later

In Rajasthan's Jalore district, the Chaudhury caste panchayat banned women from using smartphones with cameras. The controversial order was retracted after viral outrage and intervention by the National Human Rights Commission.

January 9, 2026

Chittoor's Dairy Boom Powers Livelihoods Amid Challenges

Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh produces 18-20 lakh litres of milk daily, supporting thousands of small farmers. Women lead the sector despite price drops and fodder shortages. Amul's entry improves prices, but farmers seek cooperative revival.

January 9, 2026

Chittoor's Dairy Boom Powers Livelihoods Amid Challenges

Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh produces 18-20 lakh litres of milk daily, supporting thousands of small farmers. Women lead the sector despite price drops and fodder shortages. Amul's entry improves prices, but farmers seek cooperative revival.

January 9, 2026

Telangana Farmers Struggle for Land Titles as Affidavit Rule Blocks Sada Bainama Regularisation

Farmers in Telangana face endless delays getting land titles due to a tough affidavit rule. Despite decades of farming, affidavit demands from original sellers’ heirs stop many from owning their land legally.

January 9, 2026

Fire Destroys Three Luxury Yachts at Sydney's Spit Marina; One Injured

A fire broke out early Friday at Sydney's Spit Marina, sinking three yachts and damaging another. Four people were safely evacuated; one woman injured. Authorities launched cleanup and investigation.