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Fresh field reports, deep-dive guides and honest FAQs from the team behind The Indian Pest Control. Browse the latest current news at the top, then explore pest-specific articles using the tabs below.

Current News

Fresh field reporting from our pest control teams

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Current NewsDEHRADUN · UTTARAKHAND
THE PEST CONTROL TIMES
18 Feb 2026·4 min read

Pre-Monsoon Heat Triggers Early Termite Swarms Across North Indian Homes

Service teams in Uttarakhand, Delhi-NCR and Western UP are reporting an unusually early termite swarm season. Here is what homeowners need to do this week.

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Current NewsURBAN INDIA · APARTMENTS REPORT
THE PEST CONTROL TIMES
12 Feb 2026·5 min read

German Cockroaches in Urban Kitchens Are Shrugging Off Supermarket Sprays

A wave of complaints from apartment communities suggests over-the-counter cockroach sprays are losing punch — a familiar story of resistance, retold for 2026.

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Current NewsWAREHOUSING · INDIA
THE PEST CONTROL TIMES
06 Feb 2026·4 min read

Indian Warehouses Sound the Alarm on Rising Rodent Activity Ahead of FSSAI Audits

F&B warehouses across North India are reporting a sharp rise in rodent gnawing damage — and FSSAI inspectors are tightening rejection thresholds in 2026.

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Current NewsPUBLIC HEALTH · NORTH INDIA
THE PEST CONTROL TIMES
02 Feb 2026·4 min read

Health Departments Issue Early Dengue & Chikungunya Alert for the 2026 Pre-Monsoon Window

With an unusually warm February behind us, civic bodies are pushing residents and RWAs to begin mosquito source-reduction six to eight weeks earlier than usual.

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Current NewsOPINION · HOME SERVICES
THE PEST CONTROL TIMES
28 Jan 2026·6 min read

Why Professional Pest Control Has Become Non-Negotiable for Modern Indian Homes

Higher-density apartments, denser pesticide resistance, more imported pests, stricter food safety — five forces are quietly turning pest control from a "nice-to-have" into routine home maintenance.

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Pest Control Guides & Articles

Evergreen, expert-written guides for every household pest

15 articles
Guide9 min
20 Jan 2026

Termite Control in India: The Complete 2026 Guide for Homeowners

Everything an Indian homeowner needs to know about termites — how to spot them early, what treatments actually work, and how to keep them from coming back.

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Guide8 min
15 Jan 2026

Cockroach Elimination Guide: How to Get Rid of Roaches Permanently

A practical, no-fluff guide to identifying, treating and preventing cockroach infestations — the right way, without spraying yourself into a corner.

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Guide8 min
10 Jan 2026

Rodent Control: A Complete Guide to Eliminating Rats & Mice from Indian Homes

Rats are smart, suspicious and surprisingly clean. Here is how a structured rodent programme actually works — and why poison alone almost never solves the problem.

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Guide7 min
05 Jan 2026

Mosquito Control: Protecting Your Family from Dengue, Malaria & Chikungunya

A field-tested guide to mosquito control that goes far beyond plug-in repellents — what really works at the home, society and ward level.

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Guide5 min
22 Jan 2026

What Is Pest Control? A Plain-English Guide for Indian Homeowners

The basics of pest control — what it actually is, why it matters more than ever, and the seven everyday benefits that justify the cost.

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Guide6 min
18 Jan 2026

What Are Pests, and Why Do They Enter Indian Homes?

A field guide to the 13 most common household pests in India and the three universal reasons they choose your home over the next one.

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Guide6 min
12 Jan 2026

Pros of Professional Pest Control & The Hidden Cost of Ignoring It

A clear comparison of what families gain when they switch to scheduled service — and what they silently lose by waiting for the next infestation.

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Guide12 min
08 Jan 2026

Pest Control FAQ: 40+ Questions Indian Customers Actually Ask

A single, scannable answer file covering safety, timing, cost, follow-ups, DIY, kids, pets, allergies and more.

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Guide5 min
04 Jan 2026

Pest Prevention Tips for Every Indian Home — Room by Room

A room-by-room checklist that quietly cuts your need for pest control in half. No chemicals, no tools, just routine habits.

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Guide5 min
30 Dec 2025

Pest Control Myths vs Facts: What Indian Families Get Wrong

Ten myths that delay real pest control — and the simple facts that replace them.

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Guide4 min
22 Dec 2025

Emergency Signs You Need Pest Control Immediately

Seven warning signs that tell you the inspection cannot wait until next month.

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Guide6 min
18 Dec 2025

Residential Pest Control Guide: Apartments, Villas & Farmhouses

Different homes attract different pests. Here is what to expect — and what to schedule — for each living style.

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Guide7 min
14 Dec 2025

Commercial Pest Control Guide: Restaurants, Hotels, Warehouses & Offices

How professional Integrated Pest Management (IPM) actually looks inside the businesses that cannot afford a single pest sighting.

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Guide5 min
08 Dec 2025

DIY vs Professional Pest Control: An Honest Comparison

When does DIY actually work, and when does it quietly make things worse? A balanced look from teams who handle both ends of the spectrum.

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Guide4 min
02 Dec 2025

Is Pest Control Safe for Children & Pets? A No-Spin Guide

A straight answer to the question every parent and pet owner asks before saying yes to a treatment.

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