Uttarkashi drought hits pea, wheat crops in Rawai Valley
Crops in Uttarkashi's Rawai valley dry up after 3 months without rain. Farmers face huge losses as pea and wheat plants wither. Officials urge use of irrigation.
Crops in Uttarkashi's Rawai valley dry up after 3 months without rain. Farmers face huge losses as pea and wheat plants wither. Officials urge use of irrigation.
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Two separate road accidents in Buldhana district claimed three lives and left ten seriously injured on Monday. A motorcycle-bus collision and a taxi ditch fall disrupted traffic. Read for details.
HSVP begins road safety project in Panchkula, repairing damaged kerbs and road turns in Sectors 1, 3, and 5. The work includes concrete repairs and a one-year maintenance guarantee. Read details.
A 45-year-old man died after being hit by a speeding vehicle on Nakodar Road in Jalandhar. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fatal road accident.
Senior judge Zaibunnisa inaugurates National Road Safety Month in Mangaluru, highlighting overspeeding and drunken driving as major causes. Public awareness and legal knowledge are crucial for saving lives.
Indian scientists develop indigenous, low-cost genome editing technology using 'jumping genes' to create resilient crops, bypassing costly CRISPR patents and aiming to secure India's agricultural future.
Two young labourers on a motorcycle were killed in a hit-and-run accident on Hardoi-Unnao road near Raukarna intersection. The speeding car driver fled the scene. Read the full report.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton & nutri-cereals, to boost productivity, cut costs, and enhance climate resilience for Indian farmers.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton and nutri-cereals, to increase yield, cut costs, and tackle climate change. Aim: reach farmers in 3 years.
India has overtaken China to become the world's largest rice producer, with a record output of 150.18 million tonnes. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced this milestone while releasing 184 new climate-resilient crop varieties. Read more about I
Rajasthan transport dept launches a 30-day road safety drive from Jan 1-30. Initiatives include reflective tapes on 3000 vehicles, clearing black spots, and school workshops. Read the full plan.
Kerala govt approves land acquisition for Kochi's crucial 4km east-west corridor. Project aims to ease city congestion after decades of delay. Read details on compensation & timeline.
Bengaluru's key Kamaraj Road stretch between MG Road and Cubbon Road is now fully open, ending a six-year closure for Metro work. This move is set to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Commercial Street and Brigade Road. Read more
Shivamogga & Davanagere farmers rejoice as Bhadra Reservoir's IAC approves 120-day water release for summer crops. Learn the schedule and key decisions from the 88th meeting.
North Goa road safety council reviews rising accidents, highlights failure to use MV Act's Section 198A against officials for faulty infrastructure. Calls for urgent accountability.
Union Ministry sanctions Rs 664.67 crore for upgrading 174 km of roads in Chhattisgarh. The projects aim to boost connectivity in remote and Naxal-affected areas. Read more.
Goa's GI list grows to 15 with 5 new agricultural products, including unique mangoes, rice, and brinjal. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant says this empowers farmers and boosts local economy. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh's red gram farmers face distress sales at Rs 6,500/quintal, far below the Rs 8,000 MSP. Falling yields and delayed govt procurement deepen the agrarian crisis. Read more.
Dhubri transport authorities launch a unique National Road Safety Month campaign, rewarding compliant bikers with roses while penalizing violators. Initiatives include rallies, street plays, and reflector tape distribution in fog.
India's IMD forecasts a colder January, aiding key rabi crops like wheat. This weather shift promises higher yields and could ease food inflation. Read the full forecast analysis.
Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh recorded 0 mm rainfall in December 2025, a 100% deficit. Meteorologists warn of severe stress on groundwater and rabi crops like wheat and mustard. Read more.
CSAUT Kanpur scientists develop high-yield wheat for alkaline soil & late-sow mustard for UP. Boost for state's farmers with disease-resistant crops. Read more.
Ludhiana records 400 road deaths in 2023, ranking 7th nationally for fatalities due to poor roads. Experts warn the crisis is under-reported. Read the full investigation.
Tragic bus accident in Almora: 7 dead, 12 injured after vehicle falls 160ft into gorge. Details on rescue, victims, and safety concerns. Read the full report.
Goa's road safety council mandates rapid rollout of camera-based challaning, highway safety audits, and helmets for pillion riders. Key decisions aim to curb accidents in the state.
India's rabi sowing reaches 61.4 million hectares, with pulses and oilseeds showing significant gains. Wheat area remains steady. Get the latest crop data and analysis.
India may soon approve its first genome-edited mustard, promising higher oil output. This follows the release of gene-edited rice and marks a strategic shift in agricultural biotechnology. Read more.
Goa sees a sharp 33% rise in fatal road accidents and 37% increase in deaths in Nov 2025 vs last year. Tourist season & reduced traffic enforcement cited as key reasons. Details inside.
Ludhiana sees a 4000-hectare decline in wheat cultivation over four years as farmers pivot to profitable cash crops like potatoes and maize. Agriculture department data reveals the shifting trends. Explore the reasons and implications.