The article highlights the concern around the invasive insect pest, Black thrips (Thrips parvispinus), which was first detected in India in 2015 and has since spread to numerous crops including chili, capsicum, beans, eggplant, and more. Originating from Indonesia, this pest poses a significant threat to agricultural productivity across the country, with its wide host range extending the risk to various plant families. The article underscores the importance of addressing this issue due to the potential widespread damage that the Black thrips could cause to key crops in India.