Distress in the salt pans

What’s in colour? The unseasonal rain in Thoothukudi has resulted in the salt changing its colour, thus losing value in the market. | Photo Credit: N. RAJESH Chef Koushik S., also known as the ‘Mad Chef’, who shares cooking and eating tips on social media with great gustatory spirit, had some unusual advice about using…

Albanese reelected: First Australian PM in 21 years to win second straight term

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reacts as he speaks at a Labor party election night event, after local media projected the Labor Party’s victory, on the day of the Australian federal election, in Sydney, Australia, May 3, 2025. | Photo Credit: REUTERS/Hollie Adams Anthony Albanese claimed victory as the first Australian prime minister to clinch…

Over 60 jackfruit varieties on display

Over 60 jackfruit varieties, including “Toobagere Red”, “Prakash Chandra”, “Rudrakshi”, “Shankar”, “Siddu”, “Lalbagh Madhur”, and “Ambali” are on display at the two-day Jackfruit Festival that began here on Saturday. Special attractions include red jackfruit varieties and Rudrakshi, or round jackfruits. Saplings of high-quality varieties are also available for sale. Value-added jackfruit products such as chips,…