Locust Attacks
-
{
- All
- News
-
India Controlled Spread Of Locusts Using Modern Technologies: PM Modi
India has controlled the spread of crop-threatening migratory pest desert locusts by using advanced technologies, including drones, and ensured there was not much crop damage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday.
-
Ashok Gehlot Requests PM Modi To Declare "Locust Attack" National Disaster
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to declare the locust attack a national disaster which will strengthen the capability of states to fight this menace.
-
Locust Attacks Pose "Serious Threat" To Food Security In India: UN Agency
Locust attacks are posing a serious threat to food security in parts of East Africa, India and Pakistan as a result of changing climate conditions that can be linked to human activity, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has said.
-
Air Force Develops Airborne Locust Control System On Mi-17 Helicopters
The Indian Air Force has indigenously modified two Mi-17 helicopters for atomised airborne spraying of pesticide to deal with locust attack, according to a statement issued by the IAF on Tuesday.
-
Swarms Of Locusts Attack Trees, Crops In Several UP Districts
Swarms of locusts have invaded several districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Deoria, in the past 48 hours, attacking trees and crops, officials said Saturday, adding authorities are taking steps to either chase them away or kill them.
-
Delhi Environment Minister Calls Emergency Meeting As Desert Locusts Reach Neighbouring Gurgaon
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai today called an emergency meeting to discuss the situation following a locust attack in neighbouring city Gurgaon. The minister also directed the administration to be alert, an official said.
-
In Pics: Gurugram Sky Turns Dark As Crop-Destroying Desert Locusts Enter
Thousands of crop-destroying desert locusts were seen in the sky in Gurugram today as residents rushed to shut their windows and doors to prevent the insects from entering their houses. Many residents made clanging noises by beating utensils to ward the insects off while other areas bellowed sirens from their buildings.
-
Swarm Of Locusts Attack Trees, Crops In Two Villages Of Uttar Pradesh
A swarm of locusts attacked trees and crops in two villages in Charkhari area of Uttar Pradesh's Mahoba district on Saturday, officials said.
-
India Slams Pakistan For Refusing To Join Meeting To Discuss Locust Problem
Pakistan refused to join a technical-level meeting with India to discuss the issue of locust menace, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday, slamming Islamabad for showing "reticent attitude" even when its own people face a threat of food security.
-
Drones, Imported Machines To Be Used Against Locusts: Agriculture Minister
The Central government has devised a plan to use drones and specialised imported machines against locusts which have started damaging crops in some states, Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said on Tuesday.
-
This Desi "Jugaad" To Keep Locusts Away Is Massively Viral. Watch
A video showing a farmer's jugaad or creative hack to keep locusts away is going massively viral on social media.
-
Odisha Alerts Farmers Of Possible Locust Invasion, Says No Need To Panic
The Odisha government on Sunday alerted farmers about a possible locust invasion in the state and advised them to take precautions, while stressing that there is no reason to panic.
-
"Help Will Be Given To Those Affected By Locust Attacks," Says PM Modi On Mann Ki Baat
Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi says "Help will be given to all those affected by locust attacks that have been taking place in the recent days"
-
"Burst Crackers, Beat Drums": Maharashtra Minister On Locust Attacks
Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh has asked people to burst firecrackers and beat drums to prevent attacks by locust swarms.
-
UP's Mathura Prepares For Possible Locust Attack To Protect Crops
Insecticides and pesticides will be sprayed on crops and vegetation to prevent a probable attack of desert locusts in the Mathura, an official said on Friday.
-
India Controlled Spread Of Locusts Using Modern Technologies: PM Modi
India has controlled the spread of crop-threatening migratory pest desert locusts by using advanced technologies, including drones, and ensured there was not much crop damage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday.
-
Ashok Gehlot Requests PM Modi To Declare "Locust Attack" National Disaster
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to declare the locust attack a national disaster which will strengthen the capability of states to fight this menace.
-
Locust Attacks Pose "Serious Threat" To Food Security In India: UN Agency
Locust attacks are posing a serious threat to food security in parts of East Africa, India and Pakistan as a result of changing climate conditions that can be linked to human activity, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has said.
-
Air Force Develops Airborne Locust Control System On Mi-17 Helicopters
The Indian Air Force has indigenously modified two Mi-17 helicopters for atomised airborne spraying of pesticide to deal with locust attack, according to a statement issued by the IAF on Tuesday.
-
Swarms Of Locusts Attack Trees, Crops In Several UP Districts
Swarms of locusts have invaded several districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Deoria, in the past 48 hours, attacking trees and crops, officials said Saturday, adding authorities are taking steps to either chase them away or kill them.
-
Delhi Environment Minister Calls Emergency Meeting As Desert Locusts Reach Neighbouring Gurgaon
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai today called an emergency meeting to discuss the situation following a locust attack in neighbouring city Gurgaon. The minister also directed the administration to be alert, an official said.
-
In Pics: Gurugram Sky Turns Dark As Crop-Destroying Desert Locusts Enter
Thousands of crop-destroying desert locusts were seen in the sky in Gurugram today as residents rushed to shut their windows and doors to prevent the insects from entering their houses. Many residents made clanging noises by beating utensils to ward the insects off while other areas bellowed sirens from their buildings.
-
Swarm Of Locusts Attack Trees, Crops In Two Villages Of Uttar Pradesh
A swarm of locusts attacked trees and crops in two villages in Charkhari area of Uttar Pradesh's Mahoba district on Saturday, officials said.
-
India Slams Pakistan For Refusing To Join Meeting To Discuss Locust Problem
Pakistan refused to join a technical-level meeting with India to discuss the issue of locust menace, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday, slamming Islamabad for showing "reticent attitude" even when its own people face a threat of food security.
-
Drones, Imported Machines To Be Used Against Locusts: Agriculture Minister
The Central government has devised a plan to use drones and specialised imported machines against locusts which have started damaging crops in some states, Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said on Tuesday.
-
This Desi "Jugaad" To Keep Locusts Away Is Massively Viral. Watch
A video showing a farmer's jugaad or creative hack to keep locusts away is going massively viral on social media.
-
Odisha Alerts Farmers Of Possible Locust Invasion, Says No Need To Panic
The Odisha government on Sunday alerted farmers about a possible locust invasion in the state and advised them to take precautions, while stressing that there is no reason to panic.
-
"Help Will Be Given To Those Affected By Locust Attacks," Says PM Modi On Mann Ki Baat
Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi says "Help will be given to all those affected by locust attacks that have been taking place in the recent days"
-
"Burst Crackers, Beat Drums": Maharashtra Minister On Locust Attacks
Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh has asked people to burst firecrackers and beat drums to prevent attacks by locust swarms.
-
UP's Mathura Prepares For Possible Locust Attack To Protect Crops
Insecticides and pesticides will be sprayed on crops and vegetation to prevent a probable attack of desert locusts in the Mathura, an official said on Friday.
