June 15, 2026

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Marilyn Monroe 100th birthday: All about the foster child who became Hollywood’s ultimate eternal icon

Marilyn Monroe 100th birthday: All about the foster child who became Hollywood’s ultimate eternal icon

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Marilyn Monroe, born Norma Jeane Mortenson, overcame a challenging childhood as a foster child to become Hollywood’s enduring icon. Her journey from a factory worker to a celebrated actress and trendsetter is marked by her philanthropic spirit and intellectual pursuits. Monroe’s legacy, cemented by iconic roles and her own production company, continues to inspire. TRIGGER…

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. Punjab Government, led by chief minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, on Saturday organised simultaneous Mega Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs) in more than 19,000 government schools across the state to celebrate Punjab securing the top spot in the NITI Aayog’s School Education Quality Report 2026.Sharing details of the event, titled ‘Sikhiya Da Maha Jashan’, Punjab education minister S Harjot Singh Bains said Punjab achieved the No. 1 ranking in the national report, surpassing Kerala on key foundational learning metrics.Describing the achievement as a milestone of the ‘Punjab Sikhya Kranti’, S Harjot Singh Bains said, “This No. 1 rank is not the government’s alone. It belongs to every parent who chose to believe, every student who worked hard, and every teacher who went beyond the textbook. We turned government schools from a last option into the first choice. For decades, people were told that quality education was not possible in government schools. Today, Punjab has proven them wrong. This rank is a revolution built in our classrooms.”Highlighting the role of parents in sustaining this success, the education minister said that more than 20 lakh parents attended the Mega PTM and Parents’ Workshop. The programme focused on summer learning continuity, holiday homework management and building positive routines to support children’s learning during the summer break.As part of the celebrations, teachers and non-teaching staff were felicitated for their dedicated efforts, while outstanding students, including board examination toppers, achievers of the English Edge Programme and JEE qualifiers, were honoured with special recognition and certificates.To ensure smooth and effective implementation of the event, all teachers and school heads were trained through a live YouTube session. Trained facilitators and active school management committees also supported parent mobilisation, coordination and on-ground execution of activities across the state.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMamata Banerjee To Lead June 2 Kolkata Sit-In Over Alleged Attacks On Abhishek Banerjee, TMC LeadersVP Radhakrishnan Warns Indian Youth May Follow ‘Cockroach’ If Positive News Is Ignored‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ AllegationsKalyan Banerjee Alleges Assault Near Chanditala Police Station, TMC-BJP Face Off Intensifies In WBLeaked Audio Allegedly Shows Mamata Berating Hospital CEO After Attack On Abhishek BanerjeeHeavy Security Deployed As Authorities Begin Road-Widening Demolition In Shalimar BaghDK Shivakumar Takes Over As Karnataka CM, Congress Signals Continued Key Role For Siddaramaiah123PhotostoriesWhy does postpartum hair fall happen?Causes, treatment, and effective ways to manage it7 powerful reverse psychology tricks that usually work6 types of litchi available in India and how to pick the sweetest one at the market22-year-old influencer dies after dealing with depression and anxiety: 7 things women should do before reaching a breaking pointKriti Sanon is serving flirty luxe with emerald envy in this Rs 67,000 designer mini dress for ‘Cocktail 2′ promotionsArchana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann gives a glimpse of his new approximately Rs 50 crore house in Madh Island; he shares an important update7 factors making India’s coastal towns real estate investment hotspots5 surprising ways yoga changes your mind and soul (not just your body)Success quote of the day by Virat Kohli: “Whatever you want to do, do it with…”Heatwave hacks: A complete survival plan for India’s scorching summer123Hot PicksRCB vs GT IPL Final LiveVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingDK ShivakumarSpursUP CNET Admit CardVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

. Punjab Government, led by chief minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, on Saturday organised simultaneous Mega Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs) in more than 19,000 government schools across the state to celebrate Punjab securing the top spot in the NITI Aayog’s School Education Quality Report 2026.Sharing details of the event, titled ‘Sikhiya Da Maha Jashan’, Punjab education minister S Harjot Singh Bains said Punjab achieved the No. 1 ranking in the national report, surpassing Kerala on key foundational learning metrics.Describing the achievement as a milestone of the ‘Punjab Sikhya Kranti’, S Harjot Singh Bains said, “This No. 1 rank is not the government’s alone. It belongs to every parent who chose to believe, every student who worked hard, and every teacher who went beyond the textbook. We turned government schools from a last option into the first choice. For decades, people were told that quality education was not possible in government schools. Today, Punjab has proven them wrong. This rank is a revolution built in our classrooms.”Highlighting the role of parents in sustaining this success, the education minister said that more than 20 lakh parents attended the Mega PTM and Parents’ Workshop. The programme focused on summer learning continuity, holiday homework management and building positive routines to support children’s learning during the summer break.As part of the celebrations, teachers and non-teaching staff were felicitated for their dedicated efforts, while outstanding students, including board examination toppers, achievers of the English Edge Programme and JEE qualifiers, were honoured with special recognition and certificates.To ensure smooth and effective implementation of the event, all teachers and school heads were trained through a live YouTube session. Trained facilitators and active school management committees also supported parent mobilisation, coordination and on-ground execution of activities across the state.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMamata Banerjee To Lead June 2 Kolkata Sit-In Over Alleged Attacks On Abhishek Banerjee, TMC LeadersVP Radhakrishnan Warns Indian Youth May Follow ‘Cockroach’ If Positive News Is Ignored‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ AllegationsKalyan Banerjee Alleges Assault Near Chanditala Police Station, TMC-BJP Face Off Intensifies In WBLeaked Audio Allegedly Shows Mamata Berating Hospital CEO After Attack On Abhishek BanerjeeHeavy Security Deployed As Authorities Begin Road-Widening Demolition In Shalimar BaghDK Shivakumar Takes Over As Karnataka CM, Congress Signals Continued Key Role For Siddaramaiah123PhotostoriesWhy does postpartum hair fall happen?Causes, treatment, and effective ways to manage it7 powerful reverse psychology tricks that usually work6 types of litchi available in India and how to pick the sweetest one at the market22-year-old influencer dies after dealing with depression and anxiety: 7 things women should do before reaching a breaking pointKriti Sanon is serving flirty luxe with emerald envy in this Rs 67,000 designer mini dress for ‘Cocktail 2′ promotionsArchana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann gives a glimpse of his new approximately Rs 50 crore house in Madh Island; he shares an important update7 factors making India’s coastal towns real estate investment hotspots5 surprising ways yoga changes your mind and soul (not just your body)Success quote of the day by Virat Kohli: “Whatever you want to do, do it with…”Heatwave hacks: A complete survival plan for India’s scorching summer123Hot PicksRCB vs GT IPL Final LiveVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingDK ShivakumarSpursUP CNET Admit CardVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

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Punjab Government, led by chief minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, on Saturday organised simultaneous Mega Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs) in more than 19,000 government schools across the state to celebrate Punjab securing the top spot in the NITI Aayog’s School Education Quality Report 2026.Sharing details of the event, titled ‘Sikhiya Da Maha Jashan’, Punjab education minister S…

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IPL 2026 Orange Cap: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi finishes as tournament’s highest run-scorer with 776 runs

IPL 2026 Orange Cap: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi finishes as tournament’s highest run-scorer with 776 runs

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Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (AP Photo/Ashwini Bhatia) Before the IPL 2026 final, Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan still had a chance of overtaking Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the race for the Orange Cap. However, both hopes ended inside the powerplay as Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s new-ball attack struck early in Ahmedabad. Gill managed just…

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TG EdCET 2026 result out: Telangana B.Ed entrance rank card released, counselling next

TG EdCET 2026 result out: Telangana B.Ed entrance rank card released, counselling next

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The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has declared the TG EdCET 2026 result. Candidates who appeared for the Telangana Education Common Entrance Test can now check their scores, ranks and qualifying status on the official website.Along with the results, the final answer key has also been released. The entrance examination was conducted on May…

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Taapsee Pannu opens up on the obsession with a ‘flat stomach’, tells girls to stop comparing their bodies: ‘It’s important to have that bit of fat’

Taapsee Pannu opens up on the obsession with a ‘flat stomach’, tells girls to stop comparing their bodies: ‘It’s important to have that bit of fat’

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Taapsee Pannu, who was recently seen in Assi, has opened up about society’s fixation on achieving a perfectly flat stomach, urging women not to put themselves through unhealthy extremes in pursuit of unrealistic beauty standards.Taking to her Instagram Stories on Sunday, Taapsee reflected on her own struggles with body image and revealed how she once…

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‘Purely politics’: Row over Zohran Mamdani’s new communications office costing million

‘Purely politics’: Row over Zohran Mamdani’s new communications office costing $5 million

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New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani’s new communications office is facing backlash after budget documents revealed it could cost taxpayers more than $5.2 million in salaries. Critics are calling the spending “morally incomprehensible”.The Office of Mass Engagement has expanded far beyond its original size. According to the city’s 2027 executive budget, its headcount has risen…

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NEW DELHI: Karnataka chief minister-designate DK Shivakumar will hold a meeting with the Congress high command on Monday to discuss cabinet berths ahead of the oath-taking ceremony, news agency ANI reported, citing sources.This comes after DKS’s predecessor Siddaramaiah reportedly handed over a list of his loyalists for cabinet berths after deciding to step down.According to PTI, Siddaramaiah has sought a cabinet berth and a key portfolio for his son Yathindra. He is also learnt to have submitted a list of loyalists he wants accommodated in the new cabinet.Sources further told PTI that the Congress is likely to undertake a reorganisation of the party structure in the state, a process in which Siddaramaiah — considered the party’s tallest leader in Karnataka — is expected to play a major role.Earlier in the day, DKS said he does not know how many leaders will be inducted into his cabinet and take oath with him on June 3.”I don’t know. Whatever the party high command decides will happen,” the Congress leader said when asked if other leaders would be sworn in alongside him.Meanwhile, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that the number of ministers and deputy chief ministers in the new Karnataka cabinet is yet to be finalised.Talking to reporters at Kalaburagi airport, Kharge said, “We have to see. No proposal has come yet. Once it does, we’ll decide how many ministers and deputy chief ministers to appoint. We’ll know more after June 3.”The Congress chief said there was no proposal to induct ministers into the new cabinet as of now. However, he spoke of a second phase of inductions, which could take place after 15 days or a month.”The proposal hasn’t arrived yet — whether it’s eight or ten is still unknown. Once we have it, we’ll proceed with the first phase accordingly. There’s a plan to appoint the remaining members in a second phase, perhaps fifteen days or a month later,” he said.Shivakumar, after his three-year stint as deputy chief minister, is set to assume office as Karnataka chief minister. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for June 3 at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru.DK Shivakumar formally submitted a letter to Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot informing him of his unanimous election as CLP leader. This came after the voluntary resignation of former chief minister Siddaramaiah on May 28.The Governor dissolved the previous council of ministers but asked Siddaramaiah to continue until the new government is sworn in.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVP Radhakrishnan Warns Indian Youth May Follow ‘Cockroach’ If Positive News Is Ignored‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ AllegationsKalyan Banerjee Alleges Assault Near Chanditala Police Station, TMC-BJP Face Off Intensifies In WBLeaked Audio Allegedly Shows Mamata Berating Hospital CEO After Attack On Abhishek BanerjeeHeavy Security Deployed As Authorities Begin Road-Widening Demolition In Shalimar BaghDK Shivakumar Takes Over As Karnataka CM, Congress Signals Continued Key Role For SiddaramaiahGeneral NS Raja Subramani Assumes Charge As India’s New Chief Of Defence Staff123PhotostoriesWhy does postpartum hair fall happen?Causes, treatment, and effective ways to manage it7 powerful reverse psychology tricks that usually work6 types of litchi available in India and how to pick the sweetest one at the market22-year-old influencer dies after dealing with depression and anxiety: 7 things women should do before reaching a breaking pointKriti Sanon is serving flirty luxe with emerald envy in this Rs 67,000 designer mini dress for ‘Cocktail 2′ promotionsArchana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann gives a glimpse of his new approximately Rs 50 crore house in Madh Island; he shares an important update7 factors making India’s coastal towns real estate investment hotspots5 surprising ways yoga changes your mind and soul (not just your body)Success quote of the day by Virat Kohli: “Whatever you want to do, do it with…”Heatwave hacks: A complete survival plan for India’s scorching summer123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingDK ShivakumarSpursUP CNET Admit CardVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

NEW DELHI: Karnataka chief minister-designate DK Shivakumar will hold a meeting with the Congress high command on Monday to discuss cabinet berths ahead of the oath-taking ceremony, news agency ANI reported, citing sources.This comes after DKS’s predecessor Siddaramaiah reportedly handed over a list of his loyalists for cabinet berths after deciding to step down.According to PTI, Siddaramaiah has sought a cabinet berth and a key portfolio for his son Yathindra. He is also learnt to have submitted a list of loyalists he wants accommodated in the new cabinet.Sources further told PTI that the Congress is likely to undertake a reorganisation of the party structure in the state, a process in which Siddaramaiah — considered the party’s tallest leader in Karnataka — is expected to play a major role.Earlier in the day, DKS said he does not know how many leaders will be inducted into his cabinet and take oath with him on June 3.”I don’t know. Whatever the party high command decides will happen,” the Congress leader said when asked if other leaders would be sworn in alongside him.Meanwhile, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that the number of ministers and deputy chief ministers in the new Karnataka cabinet is yet to be finalised.Talking to reporters at Kalaburagi airport, Kharge said, “We have to see. No proposal has come yet. Once it does, we’ll decide how many ministers and deputy chief ministers to appoint. We’ll know more after June 3.”The Congress chief said there was no proposal to induct ministers into the new cabinet as of now. However, he spoke of a second phase of inductions, which could take place after 15 days or a month.”The proposal hasn’t arrived yet — whether it’s eight or ten is still unknown. Once we have it, we’ll proceed with the first phase accordingly. There’s a plan to appoint the remaining members in a second phase, perhaps fifteen days or a month later,” he said.Shivakumar, after his three-year stint as deputy chief minister, is set to assume office as Karnataka chief minister. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for June 3 at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru.DK Shivakumar formally submitted a letter to Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot informing him of his unanimous election as CLP leader. This came after the voluntary resignation of former chief minister Siddaramaiah on May 28.The Governor dissolved the previous council of ministers but asked Siddaramaiah to continue until the new government is sworn in.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVP Radhakrishnan Warns Indian Youth May Follow ‘Cockroach’ If Positive News Is Ignored‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ AllegationsKalyan Banerjee Alleges Assault Near Chanditala Police Station, TMC-BJP Face Off Intensifies In WBLeaked Audio Allegedly Shows Mamata Berating Hospital CEO After Attack On Abhishek BanerjeeHeavy Security Deployed As Authorities Begin Road-Widening Demolition In Shalimar BaghDK Shivakumar Takes Over As Karnataka CM, Congress Signals Continued Key Role For SiddaramaiahGeneral NS Raja Subramani Assumes Charge As India’s New Chief Of Defence Staff123PhotostoriesWhy does postpartum hair fall happen?Causes, treatment, and effective ways to manage it7 powerful reverse psychology tricks that usually work6 types of litchi available in India and how to pick the sweetest one at the market22-year-old influencer dies after dealing with depression and anxiety: 7 things women should do before reaching a breaking pointKriti Sanon is serving flirty luxe with emerald envy in this Rs 67,000 designer mini dress for ‘Cocktail 2′ promotionsArchana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann gives a glimpse of his new approximately Rs 50 crore house in Madh Island; he shares an important update7 factors making India’s coastal towns real estate investment hotspots5 surprising ways yoga changes your mind and soul (not just your body)Success quote of the day by Virat Kohli: “Whatever you want to do, do it with…”Heatwave hacks: A complete survival plan for India’s scorching summer123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingDK ShivakumarSpursUP CNET Admit CardVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

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NEW DELHI: Karnataka chief minister-designate DK Shivakumar will hold a meeting with the Congress high command on Monday to discuss cabinet berths ahead of the oath-taking ceremony, news agency ANI reported, citing sources.This comes after DKS’s predecessor Siddaramaiah reportedly handed over a list of his loyalists for cabinet berths after deciding to step down.According to…

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Tusshar Kapoor on 25 years in Bollywood: ‘I’ll never stop doing the ‘Welcomes’ and ‘Golmaals’, they’re my bread and butter’

Tusshar Kapoor on 25 years in Bollywood: ‘I’ll never stop doing the ‘Welcomes’ and ‘Golmaals’, they’re my bread and butter’

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Twenty-five years after making his debut with ‘Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai’ opposite Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tusshar Kapoor finds himself returning to the very genre that has defined a large part of his career. While the actor is gearing up for the release of ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ and ‘Golmaal 5’, he is also exploring a…

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. NNEW DELHI: The enumeration phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Manipur has started, the Election Commission said on Sunday.The poll authority had launched phase 3 of SIR in 16 states and three Union territories on May 14 in a staggered manner During the enumeration phase which began on Saturday, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will conduct house-to-house visits to distribute, collect, and verify enumeration forms.Electors can submit their duly filled forms either through BLOs or online.Those whose forms are received by the Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) on or before June 28, will be included in the draft electoral rolls.Electors who are unable to submit their enumeration forms by the deadline can still apply for registration as a new voter through Form 6 along with the prescribed declaration form during the claims and objections period.The four states involved in the current phase together account for more than 3.67 crore electors. Odisha has the largest electorate with over 3.34 crore voters, supported by 38,123 BLOs and 8,391 BLAs.Mizoram has 8.75 lakh electors, Sikkim 4.71 lakh, and Manipur 20.92 lakh electors.The Election Commission has appealed to all eligible voters to actively participate in the Special Intensive Revision process and cooperate with election officials during the house-to-house enumeration drive to ensure accurate and inclusive electoral rolls.The EC said the Special Intensive Revision was launched to ensure that all eligible citizens are included in the electoral rolls while preventing the inclusion of ineligible persons. According to the EC, every Indian citizen aged 18 years or above on the qualifying date and not otherwise disqualified under law is entitled to be registered as an elector.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ AllegationsKalyan Banerjee Alleges Assault Near Chanditala Police Station, TMC-BJP Face Off Intensifies In WBLeaked Audio Allegedly Shows Mamata Berating Hospital CEO After Attack On Abhishek BanerjeeHeavy Security Deployed As Authorities Begin Road-Widening Demolition In Shalimar BaghDK Shivakumar Takes Over As Karnataka CM, Congress Signals Continued Key Role For SiddaramaiahGeneral NS Raja Subramani Assumes Charge As India’s New Chief Of Defence StaffMahua Moitra Alleges BJP Worker Caught On Camera Pelting Stones At Abhishek Banerjee123PhotostoriesWhy does postpartum hair fall happen?Causes, treatment, and effective ways to manage it7 powerful reverse psychology tricks that usually work6 types of litchi available in India and how to pick the sweetest one at the market22-year-old influencer dies after dealing with depression and anxiety: 7 things women should do before reaching a breaking pointKriti Sanon is serving flirty luxe with emerald envy in this Rs 67,000 designer mini dress for ‘Cocktail 2′ promotionsArchana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann gives a glimpse of his new approximately Rs 50 crore house in Madh Island; he shares an important update7 factors making India’s coastal towns real estate investment hotspots5 surprising ways yoga changes your mind and soul (not just your body)Success quote of the day by Virat Kohli: “Whatever you want to do, do it with…”Heatwave hacks: A complete survival plan for India’s scorching summer123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingDK ShivakumarSpursUP CNET Admit CardVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

. NNEW DELHI: The enumeration phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Manipur has started, the Election Commission said on Sunday.The poll authority had launched phase 3 of SIR in 16 states and three Union territories on May 14 in a staggered manner During the enumeration phase which began on Saturday, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will conduct house-to-house visits to distribute, collect, and verify enumeration forms.Electors can submit their duly filled forms either through BLOs or online.Those whose forms are received by the Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) on or before June 28, will be included in the draft electoral rolls.Electors who are unable to submit their enumeration forms by the deadline can still apply for registration as a new voter through Form 6 along with the prescribed declaration form during the claims and objections period.The four states involved in the current phase together account for more than 3.67 crore electors. Odisha has the largest electorate with over 3.34 crore voters, supported by 38,123 BLOs and 8,391 BLAs.Mizoram has 8.75 lakh electors, Sikkim 4.71 lakh, and Manipur 20.92 lakh electors.The Election Commission has appealed to all eligible voters to actively participate in the Special Intensive Revision process and cooperate with election officials during the house-to-house enumeration drive to ensure accurate and inclusive electoral rolls.The EC said the Special Intensive Revision was launched to ensure that all eligible citizens are included in the electoral rolls while preventing the inclusion of ineligible persons. According to the EC, every Indian citizen aged 18 years or above on the qualifying date and not otherwise disqualified under law is entitled to be registered as an elector.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ AllegationsKalyan Banerjee Alleges Assault Near Chanditala Police Station, TMC-BJP Face Off Intensifies In WBLeaked Audio Allegedly Shows Mamata Berating Hospital CEO After Attack On Abhishek BanerjeeHeavy Security Deployed As Authorities Begin Road-Widening Demolition In Shalimar BaghDK Shivakumar Takes Over As Karnataka CM, Congress Signals Continued Key Role For SiddaramaiahGeneral NS Raja Subramani Assumes Charge As India’s New Chief Of Defence StaffMahua Moitra Alleges BJP Worker Caught On Camera Pelting Stones At Abhishek Banerjee123PhotostoriesWhy does postpartum hair fall happen?Causes, treatment, and effective ways to manage it7 powerful reverse psychology tricks that usually work6 types of litchi available in India and how to pick the sweetest one at the market22-year-old influencer dies after dealing with depression and anxiety: 7 things women should do before reaching a breaking pointKriti Sanon is serving flirty luxe with emerald envy in this Rs 67,000 designer mini dress for ‘Cocktail 2′ promotionsArchana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann gives a glimpse of his new approximately Rs 50 crore house in Madh Island; he shares an important update7 factors making India’s coastal towns real estate investment hotspots5 surprising ways yoga changes your mind and soul (not just your body)Success quote of the day by Virat Kohli: “Whatever you want to do, do it with…”Heatwave hacks: A complete survival plan for India’s scorching summer123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingDK ShivakumarSpursUP CNET Admit CardVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

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NNEW DELHI: The enumeration phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Manipur has started, the Election Commission said on Sunday.The poll authority had launched phase 3 of SIR in 16 states and three Union territories on May 14 in a staggered manner During the enumeration phase which…

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A car burns and fireworks explode as police watch PSG supporters celebrate in Paris (AP Photo) The celebrations following Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League triumph over Arsenal were overshadowed by widespread disorder across France, with authorities confirming 780 arrests overnight and multiple serious incidents reported nationwide.PSG secured a dramatic victory in Budapest on Saturday, sparking scenes…

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Scooter Braun indirectly praises Sydney Sweeney on ‘Euphoria’: ‘I am catching it, I’m biased’ |

Scooter Braun indirectly praises Sydney Sweeney on ‘Euphoria’: ‘I am catching it, I’m biased’ |

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While Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun have been dating for quite some time, they have kept their relationship low-key. The two have occasionally been spotted in public but have attempted to keep things away from prying eyes. Now, in a recent interview, Braun actively celebrated his partner’s success in ‘Euphoria’ season 3. However, in a…

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TMC defers Mamata-led MLAs’ meeting after majority skip amid Abhishek, Kalyan Banerjee attack row

TMC defers Mamata-led MLAs’ meeting after majority skip amid Abhishek, Kalyan Banerjee attack row

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NEW DELHI: A meeting of newly elected Trinamool Congress (TMC) legislators, scheduled to be chaired by party supremo Mamata Banerjee on Sunday, was called off after nearly three-fourths of the party’s 80 MLAs failed to attend.The party said that the low turnout was due to the “sudden and emergent ground situation” after the alleged attack…

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. There was a time when the arrival of Alphonso mangoes felt as predictable as summer itself.Every year, as temperatures climbed and school holidays began, crates of the golden fruit would start appearing in markets across the country. For many families, Alphonso mangoes were more than a seasonal indulgence. They were a reminder that summer had arrived.This year, however, the season has felt different.For Ratnagiri’s growers, the season began with promise and ended in disappointment. Abundant flowering initially raised hopes of a bumper crop, but a combination of unseasonal cold, fungal attacks, pollution and later heatwaves dramatically reduced yields, leaving markets short of one of India’s most prized fruits.The shortage has created two parallel challenges. The first is obvious: farmers are struggling to meet demand. The second is protecting the identity of the Ratnagiri Hapus.While Alphonso mangoes are grown across parts of the Konkan belt and beyond, Ratnagiri and Devgad enjoy Geographical Indication (GI) status for their distinctive variety, prized for its aroma, flavour and texture. Growers say that in a year when genuine supply has fallen sharply, visually similar mangoes from other regions are increasingly being sold under the Ratnagiri Alphonso label.The concern is not competition but confusion.In a season marked by shortages, growers say lookalike varieties have increasingly entered the market under the Ratnagiri Hapus name, blurring the distinction between genuine GI-certified fruit and cheaper substitutes. For farmers, the bigger fear is that consumers may eventually stop recognising what makes a true Ratnagiri Alphonso different.The season of hope vs uncertaintyMohammad Hussain Dhanshe, a farmer and trader from Bankot in Ratnagiri who runs Danshe Farm, said the problems began during the flowering stage.“Normally, flowering starts from October 20 onwards. But this year, the rain in November delayed the flowering,” he said.According to Dhanshe, Alphonso cultivation depends heavily on stable seasonal rhythms.“For one month, the tree should not get water to induce flowering. We have to make the tree thirsty,” he explained.After the delayed flowering finally arrived, farmers initially expected a strong crop.“The flowering happened and it was very good. It seemed that a lot of mangoes would come out,” Dhanshe said. “But there was a fungal attack in the second week of January. It was very deep and consistent,” he said.Many growers struggled to protect their orchards.Dhanshe, who described himself as an “educated farmer”, said his losses remained lower because of intensive fungicide and nutrition management. He said that his awareness with the use of medicines and pesticides helped him minimise the damage, however, this season the damage to the farmers have been as huge as 80-85 per cent of loss.The same figure was echoed by Prasad Jadhav, a generational Alphonso farmer from Ratnagiri whose family has been growing Hapus mangoes for more than 3 generations.”We are a group of farmers. We keep having interactions with each other regarding the growth and what we need. This year the yeilding was very disappointing, to the point that it was concerning. 80-85 per cent of mango buds in my orchard never bloomed because of the freezing temperature. And this is not just me, all the farmers faced similar losses because of the weather,” he said.His cousin brother, Lahu Jadhav, blamed both cold weather and industrial pollution.“The pollution was very high this year. From November to February, it was very cold. The small fruits would come and then fall,” Jadhav said.He estimated that orchards that had operated at full productivity earlier had dropped to only 30-40 per cent output. Prasad also described how later heatwaves damaged fruit quality internally.He explained the delicate nurturing the Alphonsos need. “The Alphonso mango is delicate, much like an egg. It requires constant, meticulous attention,” he said. “But because of the heat, the mangoes became spongy inside. Some were scorched completely. In our local dialect, we say they ‘took flight’ (meaning they were ruined beyond recovery).Shortage that changed the marketThe sharp decline in genuine Alphonso supply triggered dramatic price spikes in wholesale markets during the early part of the season. “I have never seen such rates in my life,” Dhanshe said.According to him, wholesale prices briefly touched Rs 3,000 to Rs 3,800 per dozen for premium early-season fruit.But the shortage also created another market phenomenon: the rapid spread of lookalike mangoes being sold under the Alphonso label. Growers say consumers in major cities often cannot distinguish between genuine GI-certified Ratnagiri Alphonso mangoes and visually similar varieties grown elsewhere.“People are selling Karnataka mangoes as Ratnagiri and Devgad mangoes,” Jadhav said.Another grower explained how the shortage encouraged relabelling.“The brokers at the agencies whom we sell the mangoes to know what mangoes they are purchasing but no one admits they are selling Karnataka mangoes. They use the Ratnagiri name because it gets better rates,” Lahu Jadhav said.The issue is especially significant because Alphonso commands one of the highest price premiums among Indian mangoes. In wholesale and retail markets, consumers are often buying based on the reputation attached to the name rather than the traceability of origin.Prashant Powle, a GI-certified Alphonso grower and trader who sources mangoes from 48 villages across Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts, said this year’s shortage intensified the problem.“There was competition from lookalike Karnataka mangoes. Many people took advantage of the shortage,” he said. Powle stressed that the concern is not about the quality of mangoes grown in other states, “The problem is authenticity of origin.”Alphonsi mango prices: Normal season vs 2026According to him, many consumers ordering Alphonso mangoes online or buying them in cities are unaware of the distinction.“When people taste a real Ratnagiri Alphonso, they understand why it is called the king of mangoes. When you eat it and even after washing your hands when the aroma does not leave your hands for 1-2 hours, that is when you understand the authenticity of Devgad Alphonso. And then you will want to purchase it again,” he said.Risk to Alphonso identityFarmers say the larger concern is what a single blow like this season could lead to for Alphonso. The Jadhav brothers say that their families have been carrying the legacy of Alphonso cultivation, have never witnessed a season like this.The Ratnagiri and Devgad Alphonso carry decades of consumer loyalty. But the shortage this year has pushed the customer base to rattle. Due to the demand and supply disparity, the prices have shot up. However, to maintain the return rate, the farmers are burning their own funds to not lose their loyal customers.Prasad Jadhav says, “If we do not meet the demand, the customers will not return to us. Of course, we don’t have the option to explain the crisis. They wouldn’t understand the price hike, either, because they have alternatives.”He explains that the market does not acknowledge the crisis because they cannot risk losing the customers to Alphonso, which is not from Ratnagiri. The crisis is about protecting a product whose reputation depends almost entirely on trust.“If someone keeps eating a different mango sold as Alphonso, eventually they will believe that is the actual Alphonso taste,” Powle said.That shift, farmers argue, could weaken long-term demand for genuine GI-certified fruit.The concern becomes even sharper in overseas markets.The Gulf, UK and parts of Europe remain key destinations for premium Alphonso exports. But this year, the Middle East conflict disrupted cargo movement and increased delays.“We export to many countries, but this year material started getting offloaded multiple times,” Powle said. Because Alphonso mangoes are highly perishable, delays rapidly reduce quality.“After two days of delay, the ripening starts and the mangoes go bad,” he said.The complexity of international exports has also contributed to the lower exports. Without strong logistical support, smaller exporters often avoid overseas shipments entirely. “For the UK, we need one treatment process. For the US, there is a different water treatment process. Japan has different packaging standards,” Prasad explained.As genuine Alphonso exports slow or become more expensive, traders say substitute varieties gain even more ground in global retail markets. That creates a dangerous cycle for the original fruit.Consumers paying premium prices abroad may believe they are experiencing authentic Alphonso mangoes while actually tasting lower-cost substitutes marketed under the same identity.Over time, growers fear this could dilute the premium reputation Ratnagiri and Devgad Alphonso mangoes have built over decades.Climate stress worsening problemThe identity crisis unfolding around Alphonso mangoes is closely tied to climate volatility.This season saw untimely rain, fluctuating winter temperatures, fungal outbreaks and sudden heat spikes all within a few months. One thing consistent across the farmers was the sensitivity of mango flowering and fruit-setting stages to temperature changes.Even short fluctuations can affect pollination, fruit retention and fruit quality.Farmers capable of relying on forecasting tools, fungicides and intensive orchard management to maintain crop stability have taken it a step further. While Dhanshe said proper scientific intervention made a major difference this year, Powle explained how his experience in IT helped him build an AI-incorporated system that enhances the organic yielding of their mango orchards.“If the environment is healthy, anyone can grow good mangoes. But in emergency situations, farmers must know how to save the crop,” Dhanshe said.Powle’s company has begun experimenting with AI-enabled orchard management, using cameras, sensors and IoT systems to monitor crop conditions.“We analyse what each tree requires, whether it is nutrition, moisture or protection,” he said.But such technology remains expensive and inaccessible for many small growers.As climate pressures intensify, production instability could become more frequent, increasing dependence on substitute supply chains.That, in turn, may widen the gap between authentic Alphonso mangoes and what consumers encounter in retail markets.Fighting to preserve a legacyAcross Ratnagiri and Devgad, many growers see themselves as custodians of more than just a crop.They are preserving a legacy that has been built over generations and sustained by trust. Some continue harvesting before sunrise using techniques passed down through their families. Others are investing in AI-enabled farming, traceability systems and direct-to-consumer platforms to protect quality and improve resilience.Yet despite the technological changes, the anxiety remains the same.Climate volatility is making production increasingly unpredictable. At the same time, shortages are creating opportunities for substitutes to enter the market under the Alphonso name.For farmers, the challenge is no longer simply producing enough fruit.It is ensuring that consumers in Mumbai, Delhi, Dubai or London still know what a genuine Ratnagiri Hapus tastes like.”The problem is authenticity,” Powle said. “If someone keeps eating a different mango sold as Alphonso, eventually they will believe that is the actual Alphonso taste.”That, growers fear, is the bigger risk.A poor season can be survived. Weather shocks can be managed. Markets can recover.But if consumers lose faith in what the Alphonso name stands for, rebuilding that trust could prove far more difficult.As climate pressures intensify and supply chains become more complex, Ratnagiri’s growers fear the greatest threat may not be a failed harvest, but a future in which India’s most celebrated mango slowly loses the distinct identity that made it iconic in the first place.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVP Radhakrishnan Warns Indian Youth May Follow ‘Cockroach’ If Positive News Is Ignored‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ AllegationsKalyan Banerjee Alleges Assault Near Chanditala Police Station, TMC-BJP Face Off Intensifies In WBLeaked Audio Allegedly Shows Mamata Berating Hospital CEO After Attack On Abhishek BanerjeeHeavy Security Deployed As Authorities Begin Road-Widening Demolition In Shalimar BaghDK Shivakumar Takes Over As Karnataka CM, Congress Signals Continued Key Role For SiddaramaiahGeneral NS Raja Subramani Assumes Charge As India’s New Chief Of Defence Staff123PhotostoriesWhy does postpartum hair fall happen?Causes, treatment, and effective ways to manage it7 powerful reverse psychology tricks that usually work6 types of litchi available in India and how to pick the sweetest one at the market22-year-old influencer dies after dealing with depression and anxiety: 7 things women should do before reaching a breaking pointKriti Sanon is serving flirty luxe with emerald envy in this Rs 67,000 designer mini dress for ‘Cocktail 2′ promotionsArchana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann gives a glimpse of his new approximately Rs 50 crore house in Madh Island; he shares an important update7 factors making India’s coastal towns real estate investment hotspots5 surprising ways yoga changes your mind and soul (not just your body)Success quote of the day by Virat Kohli: “Whatever you want to do, do it with…”Heatwave hacks: A complete survival plan for India’s scorching summer123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingDK ShivakumarSpursUP CNET Admit CardVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

. There was a time when the arrival of Alphonso mangoes felt as predictable as summer itself.Every year, as temperatures climbed and school holidays began, crates of the golden fruit would start appearing in markets across the country. For many families, Alphonso mangoes were more than a seasonal indulgence. They were a reminder that summer had arrived.This year, however, the season has felt different.For Ratnagiri’s growers, the season began with promise and ended in disappointment. Abundant flowering initially raised hopes of a bumper crop, but a combination of unseasonal cold, fungal attacks, pollution and later heatwaves dramatically reduced yields, leaving markets short of one of India’s most prized fruits.The shortage has created two parallel challenges. The first is obvious: farmers are struggling to meet demand. The second is protecting the identity of the Ratnagiri Hapus.While Alphonso mangoes are grown across parts of the Konkan belt and beyond, Ratnagiri and Devgad enjoy Geographical Indication (GI) status for their distinctive variety, prized for its aroma, flavour and texture. Growers say that in a year when genuine supply has fallen sharply, visually similar mangoes from other regions are increasingly being sold under the Ratnagiri Alphonso label.The concern is not competition but confusion.In a season marked by shortages, growers say lookalike varieties have increasingly entered the market under the Ratnagiri Hapus name, blurring the distinction between genuine GI-certified fruit and cheaper substitutes. For farmers, the bigger fear is that consumers may eventually stop recognising what makes a true Ratnagiri Alphonso different.The season of hope vs uncertaintyMohammad Hussain Dhanshe, a farmer and trader from Bankot in Ratnagiri who runs Danshe Farm, said the problems began during the flowering stage.“Normally, flowering starts from October 20 onwards. But this year, the rain in November delayed the flowering,” he said.According to Dhanshe, Alphonso cultivation depends heavily on stable seasonal rhythms.“For one month, the tree should not get water to induce flowering. We have to make the tree thirsty,” he explained.After the delayed flowering finally arrived, farmers initially expected a strong crop.“The flowering happened and it was very good. It seemed that a lot of mangoes would come out,” Dhanshe said. “But there was a fungal attack in the second week of January. It was very deep and consistent,” he said.Many growers struggled to protect their orchards.Dhanshe, who described himself as an “educated farmer”, said his losses remained lower because of intensive fungicide and nutrition management. He said that his awareness with the use of medicines and pesticides helped him minimise the damage, however, this season the damage to the farmers have been as huge as 80-85 per cent of loss.The same figure was echoed by Prasad Jadhav, a generational Alphonso farmer from Ratnagiri whose family has been growing Hapus mangoes for more than 3 generations.”We are a group of farmers. We keep having interactions with each other regarding the growth and what we need. This year the yeilding was very disappointing, to the point that it was concerning. 80-85 per cent of mango buds in my orchard never bloomed because of the freezing temperature. And this is not just me, all the farmers faced similar losses because of the weather,” he said.His cousin brother, Lahu Jadhav, blamed both cold weather and industrial pollution.“The pollution was very high this year. From November to February, it was very cold. The small fruits would come and then fall,” Jadhav said.He estimated that orchards that had operated at full productivity earlier had dropped to only 30-40 per cent output. Prasad also described how later heatwaves damaged fruit quality internally.He explained the delicate nurturing the Alphonsos need. “The Alphonso mango is delicate, much like an egg. It requires constant, meticulous attention,” he said. “But because of the heat, the mangoes became spongy inside. Some were scorched completely. In our local dialect, we say they ‘took flight’ (meaning they were ruined beyond recovery).Shortage that changed the marketThe sharp decline in genuine Alphonso supply triggered dramatic price spikes in wholesale markets during the early part of the season. “I have never seen such rates in my life,” Dhanshe said.According to him, wholesale prices briefly touched Rs 3,000 to Rs 3,800 per dozen for premium early-season fruit.But the shortage also created another market phenomenon: the rapid spread of lookalike mangoes being sold under the Alphonso label. Growers say consumers in major cities often cannot distinguish between genuine GI-certified Ratnagiri Alphonso mangoes and visually similar varieties grown elsewhere.“People are selling Karnataka mangoes as Ratnagiri and Devgad mangoes,” Jadhav said.Another grower explained how the shortage encouraged relabelling.“The brokers at the agencies whom we sell the mangoes to know what mangoes they are purchasing but no one admits they are selling Karnataka mangoes. They use the Ratnagiri name because it gets better rates,” Lahu Jadhav said.The issue is especially significant because Alphonso commands one of the highest price premiums among Indian mangoes. In wholesale and retail markets, consumers are often buying based on the reputation attached to the name rather than the traceability of origin.Prashant Powle, a GI-certified Alphonso grower and trader who sources mangoes from 48 villages across Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts, said this year’s shortage intensified the problem.“There was competition from lookalike Karnataka mangoes. Many people took advantage of the shortage,” he said. Powle stressed that the concern is not about the quality of mangoes grown in other states, “The problem is authenticity of origin.”Alphonsi mango prices: Normal season vs 2026According to him, many consumers ordering Alphonso mangoes online or buying them in cities are unaware of the distinction.“When people taste a real Ratnagiri Alphonso, they understand why it is called the king of mangoes. When you eat it and even after washing your hands when the aroma does not leave your hands for 1-2 hours, that is when you understand the authenticity of Devgad Alphonso. And then you will want to purchase it again,” he said.Risk to Alphonso identityFarmers say the larger concern is what a single blow like this season could lead to for Alphonso. The Jadhav brothers say that their families have been carrying the legacy of Alphonso cultivation, have never witnessed a season like this.The Ratnagiri and Devgad Alphonso carry decades of consumer loyalty. But the shortage this year has pushed the customer base to rattle. Due to the demand and supply disparity, the prices have shot up. However, to maintain the return rate, the farmers are burning their own funds to not lose their loyal customers.Prasad Jadhav says, “If we do not meet the demand, the customers will not return to us. Of course, we don’t have the option to explain the crisis. They wouldn’t understand the price hike, either, because they have alternatives.”He explains that the market does not acknowledge the crisis because they cannot risk losing the customers to Alphonso, which is not from Ratnagiri. The crisis is about protecting a product whose reputation depends almost entirely on trust.“If someone keeps eating a different mango sold as Alphonso, eventually they will believe that is the actual Alphonso taste,” Powle said.That shift, farmers argue, could weaken long-term demand for genuine GI-certified fruit.The concern becomes even sharper in overseas markets.The Gulf, UK and parts of Europe remain key destinations for premium Alphonso exports. But this year, the Middle East conflict disrupted cargo movement and increased delays.“We export to many countries, but this year material started getting offloaded multiple times,” Powle said. Because Alphonso mangoes are highly perishable, delays rapidly reduce quality.“After two days of delay, the ripening starts and the mangoes go bad,” he said.The complexity of international exports has also contributed to the lower exports. Without strong logistical support, smaller exporters often avoid overseas shipments entirely. “For the UK, we need one treatment process. For the US, there is a different water treatment process. Japan has different packaging standards,” Prasad explained.As genuine Alphonso exports slow or become more expensive, traders say substitute varieties gain even more ground in global retail markets. That creates a dangerous cycle for the original fruit.Consumers paying premium prices abroad may believe they are experiencing authentic Alphonso mangoes while actually tasting lower-cost substitutes marketed under the same identity.Over time, growers fear this could dilute the premium reputation Ratnagiri and Devgad Alphonso mangoes have built over decades.Climate stress worsening problemThe identity crisis unfolding around Alphonso mangoes is closely tied to climate volatility.This season saw untimely rain, fluctuating winter temperatures, fungal outbreaks and sudden heat spikes all within a few months. One thing consistent across the farmers was the sensitivity of mango flowering and fruit-setting stages to temperature changes.Even short fluctuations can affect pollination, fruit retention and fruit quality.Farmers capable of relying on forecasting tools, fungicides and intensive orchard management to maintain crop stability have taken it a step further. While Dhanshe said proper scientific intervention made a major difference this year, Powle explained how his experience in IT helped him build an AI-incorporated system that enhances the organic yielding of their mango orchards.“If the environment is healthy, anyone can grow good mangoes. But in emergency situations, farmers must know how to save the crop,” Dhanshe said.Powle’s company has begun experimenting with AI-enabled orchard management, using cameras, sensors and IoT systems to monitor crop conditions.“We analyse what each tree requires, whether it is nutrition, moisture or protection,” he said.But such technology remains expensive and inaccessible for many small growers.As climate pressures intensify, production instability could become more frequent, increasing dependence on substitute supply chains.That, in turn, may widen the gap between authentic Alphonso mangoes and what consumers encounter in retail markets.Fighting to preserve a legacyAcross Ratnagiri and Devgad, many growers see themselves as custodians of more than just a crop.They are preserving a legacy that has been built over generations and sustained by trust. Some continue harvesting before sunrise using techniques passed down through their families. Others are investing in AI-enabled farming, traceability systems and direct-to-consumer platforms to protect quality and improve resilience.Yet despite the technological changes, the anxiety remains the same.Climate volatility is making production increasingly unpredictable. At the same time, shortages are creating opportunities for substitutes to enter the market under the Alphonso name.For farmers, the challenge is no longer simply producing enough fruit.It is ensuring that consumers in Mumbai, Delhi, Dubai or London still know what a genuine Ratnagiri Hapus tastes like.”The problem is authenticity,” Powle said. “If someone keeps eating a different mango sold as Alphonso, eventually they will believe that is the actual Alphonso taste.”That, growers fear, is the bigger risk.A poor season can be survived. Weather shocks can be managed. Markets can recover.But if consumers lose faith in what the Alphonso name stands for, rebuilding that trust could prove far more difficult.As climate pressures intensify and supply chains become more complex, Ratnagiri’s growers fear the greatest threat may not be a failed harvest, but a future in which India’s most celebrated mango slowly loses the distinct identity that made it iconic in the first place.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosVP Radhakrishnan Warns Indian Youth May Follow ‘Cockroach’ If Positive News Is Ignored‘INDIA Stands United’: Abhishek Banerjee Thanks Rahul Gandhi For Support After Sonarpur AttackKunal Ghosh Targets TMC Leaders Over Silence On Abhishek Banerjee Attack, Sparks Internal DebateNepal PM Invokes Britain In India Border Row, Says ‘We Have Also Encroached On Indian Areas’Rahul Gandhi Meets CBSE Student Vedant, Mocks ‘Anti-National’ And ‘Deep State Agent’ AllegationsKalyan Banerjee Alleges Assault Near Chanditala Police Station, TMC-BJP Face Off Intensifies In WBLeaked Audio Allegedly Shows Mamata Berating Hospital CEO After Attack On Abhishek BanerjeeHeavy Security Deployed As Authorities Begin Road-Widening Demolition In Shalimar BaghDK Shivakumar Takes Over As Karnataka CM, Congress Signals Continued Key Role For SiddaramaiahGeneral NS Raja Subramani Assumes Charge As India’s New Chief Of Defence Staff123PhotostoriesWhy does postpartum hair fall happen?Causes, treatment, and effective ways to manage it7 powerful reverse psychology tricks that usually work6 types of litchi available in India and how to pick the sweetest one at the market22-year-old influencer dies after dealing with depression and anxiety: 7 things women should do before reaching a breaking pointKriti Sanon is serving flirty luxe with emerald envy in this Rs 67,000 designer mini dress for ‘Cocktail 2′ promotionsArchana Puran Singh’s son Aaryamann gives a glimpse of his new approximately Rs 50 crore house in Madh Island; he shares an important update7 factors making India’s coastal towns real estate investment hotspots5 surprising ways yoga changes your mind and soul (not just your body)Success quote of the day by Virat Kohli: “Whatever you want to do, do it with…”Heatwave hacks: A complete survival plan for India’s scorching summer123Hot PicksSimone BilesVinesh PhogatMonsoon ForecastHenry Nowak murderFrancisco CerundoloDonald TrumpGold price predictionTop TrendingDK ShivakumarSpursUP CNET Admit CardVinesh PhogatNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTANEET Paper Leak

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. There was a time when the arrival of Alphonso mangoes felt as predictable as summer itself.Every year, as temperatures climbed and school holidays began, crates of the golden fruit would start appearing in markets across the country. For many families, Alphonso mangoes were more than a seasonal indulgence. They were a reminder that summer…

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