*Chilli Farmers Hit by Pests and Price Drop* •In Khammam, 20-25% of the red chilli crop has been damaged by thrips, causing heavy losses. Farmers are also worried about declining prices, adding to their financial distress. *Coriander Arrivals Begin at Gondal, Ramaganj Markets* •New arrivals of coriander crops have begun at the Gondal and Ramaganj spot markets, resulting in a mixed sentiment across the markets.