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Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Mango prices plunge! 'King of fruits' now available at just Rs 40-45 per kg; rates unlikely to go up soon
The decline in mango prices can be attributed to increased production and early harvesting. (AI image) Mango prices in Uttar Pradesh, India's largest producer of the fruit, have decreased by approximately one-third compared to last year due to increased availability, according to growers and traders. The well-known Dasehri variety now sells for Rs 40-45 per kg, down from Rs 60 per kg in the previous year. The decline in prices can be attributed to increased production and early harvesting by farmers who sought to protect their crop from anticipated early monsoon rains. This decision was influenced by the Indian Meteorological Department's forecast of above-normal rainfall during the June-September period. "This year the mango production in Uttar Pradesh is estimated to be around 35 lakh metric tonnes, as compared to 25 lakh metric tonnes last year. There was 100% flowering of the mango trees, which indicates that the production will be good," said S Insram Ali, president of the Mango Growers Association of India, according to an ET report. "It is unlikely that prices will go up in the coming weeks," Ali said. Global mango production reached 25 million metric tonnes (MT) in 2024, with India contributing approximately half of the worldwide output. China and Indonesia followed with 3.8 million MT and 3.6 million MT respectively. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Classic Solitaire , Built for Desktop Play Solitaire Download Undo UP contributes roughly 20% to India's total mango production. Also Read | Forced to destroy! US rejects 15 mango shipments from India, exporters estimate losses of $500,000 In Andhra Pradesh's Tirupati and Chittoor regions, Totapuri mango prices have plummeted as pulp manufacturers have halted purchases from local farmers. The situation worsened when farmers harvested their crop earlier than usual, anticipating the arrival of monsoon rains. The current season has brought significant losses to Totapuri mango cultivators due to reduced market rates and pulp factories' delayed buying in the primary growing areas of Chittoor and Tirupati. According to Sudhir Reddy, a Tirupati-based mango trader, industry officials attribute this to unsold pulp stocks from the previous year. The mango market in West Bengal, a major producer state, has also experienced a sharp decline in prices, with premium quality mangoes now selling at Rs 45-50 per kg, down from Rs 80 per kg. "Production is good this year. Early plucking by the farmers has also resulted in prices falling," said Prasanta Pal, a mango trader from Kolkata. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
New Indian Express
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
'Hari Hara Veera Mallu' pre-release event proposed at SVU Taraka Rama Stadium
TIRUPATI: The makers of the upcoming film Hari Hara Veera Mallu, starring Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, have formally approached Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) seeking permission to host their pre-release event at the Taraka Rama Stadium. Production House-Mega Surya Production has requested access to the stadium from June 5 to June 8, 2025. As per the proposal, the first three days—June 5, 6, and 7—will be utilized for stage construction and barricade arrangements, with the grand pre-release event scheduled for June 8. The film, directed by Jyothi Krishna, also features Nidhi Agarwal, Bobby Deol, and Sathyaraj in prominent roles. A Dayakar Rao produced the film, and AM Rathnam is presenting the film. In their request to the SVU Registrar, the production team assured that the event would be conducted in an organized and respectful manner. They also pledged to maintain the venue's condition and restore it fully post-event. Speaking to the TNIE, Tirupati SP V. Harsha Vardhan Raju said that while he is aware of the proposed pre-release event of Hari Hara Veera Mallu on June 8, no official request for police bandobast arrangements has been made so far. NV Prasad, a Tirupati-based film producer and close associate of Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, confirmed to TNIE that plans are underway to host the pre-release event in Tirupati.
The Hindu
24-05-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Poster on Central and State schemes released in Tirupati
Rashtriya Seva Samithi (RASS), a Tirupati-based non-governmental organisation (NGO) operating with the support of Child Fund International, brought out pamphlets and posters on the Central and State government schemes, informing the public how to use them. Tirupati District Collector S. Venkateswar, who formally released the posters at his chambers in the Collectorate, here on Saturday, appreciated RASS and Child Fund International for not only supporting the cause, but also going the extra mile to create awareness among the prospective beneficiaries on how to use the schemes. He lauded RASS general secretary S. Venkataratnam for the initiative and said that such efforts would go a long way in creating confidence among the beneficiaries. While advising the NGO to seek the association of District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) to cover more beneficiaries, Mr. Venkateswar offered all support on behalf of the government.
The Hindu
06-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Tirupati-based radiologist appointed to A.P. Medical Council
The State government on Tuesday appointed Tirupati-based Daggumati Sreehari Rao to the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (APMC). APMC is a monitoring and regulatory authority in the medical profession, which supervises the registration of medical practitioners, their periodical renewal, takes action upon complaints of unethical practices, besides taking up orientation for the young doctors on ethical practice. The new body, comprising two teaching staff from medical colleges and four registered medical practitioners, is an interim one, which will remain functional to carry out the day to day activities till a full-fledged body is formed. Sreehari Rao, a radiologist by profession, is one of the four medical practitioners taken on board from across the State and the lone representative from the Rayalaseema region. He has served as the vice-chairman of the medical council in the past. Dr. Rao is also a senior member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). BJP leaders expressed delight at his appointment and see it as a recognition to his selfless service to the party as well as the profession.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
AP Medical Council gets new chairman and vice-chairman
1 2 Vijayawada: The state govt has cleared the names of Dr Daggumati Srihari Rao as chairman and Dr Gogineni Sujatha as vice-chairman of AP Medical Council . The govt recently named six renowned medical professionals, including Srihari Rao (Tirupati), Sujatha (Vijayawada), Dr KV Subbarayudu (Ongole), Dr Kesavarao (Vijayawada), Dr C Malliswari as members of medical council. However, intense lobbying by various groups got the selection of chairman and vice-chairman delayed. Sources said a strong group of doctors and medical colleges in the state wanted Dr Gogineni Sujatha, a gynecologist at Pinnamaneni Siddartha govt medical college, as chairperson of the medical council. However, health minister Satya Kumar Yadav is believed to have backed the candidature of Srihari Rao, who was a strong contender for Tirupati Lok Sabha seat in the last elections. The Tirupati-based radiologist served as vice-chairman of medical council in the past. He also served as national vice-president of Indian Medical Association (IMA) and was also state president of IMA. He is president-elect of Indian Radiologists Association (IRA). Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu is believed to have cleared the name of Srihari Rao. Another 13 posts in the medical council were lying vacant since the resignation of the members in the previous governing council. The 13 posts will be elected by practicing doctors in the state. The govt has to nominate another four ex-officio members to the council.
