Punjab FRK Crisis: Millers Pay Extra, Suppliers Hold Stocks
Low tender rates for fortified rice kernels in Punjab cause supply shortages. Millers pay above approved prices while suppliers cite higher costs and revised SOPs as barriers.
Low tender rates for fortified rice kernels in Punjab cause supply shortages. Millers pay above approved prices while suppliers cite higher costs and revised SOPs as barriers.
Delhi government increases annual income limit for ration cards to Rs 1.20 lakh, mandates income certificates, and replaces first-come-first-serve with priority-based system.
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Uttar Pradesh Board will release Class 10 and 12 admit cards in early February 2026. Exams run from February 18 to March 12. Learn how to download and verify details.
India's basmati rice exports to Iran face uncertainty as Trump's proposed 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran creates payment risks. Iran is India's third-largest basmati market, worth $753 million in 2024-25.
Political turmoil in Iran creates uncertainty for Indian basmati rice exporters from Punjab and Haryana, with divided opinions on shipment and payment impacts.
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education has declared the 12th class merit list for 2025, highlighting the top-performing students across the region.
Indian rice exporters face potential losses as US threatens 25% tariff on trade with Iran. Basmati rice exports worth ₹2,000 crore are stuck, creating port backlogs and payment delays.
India's record rice production forces growers to cut prices to compete with Thailand and Vietnam, testing sellers' patience and deepening the global price decline.
Political unrest in Iran has severely impacted Indian basmati rice exports, causing sharp price drops and payment delays. The Indian Rice Exporters Federation advises exporters to reassess risks.
India's basmati rice exports face mounting pressure from Iran's internal turmoil and US tariff threats, causing price drops and payment delays in domestic markets.
Germany announces visa-free transit for Indians at its airports, simplifying international connections. PM Modi thanks Chancellor Merz for boosting people-to-people ties.
Shares of major basmati rice exporters tumbled after shipments to Iran faced a crisis due to US sanctions and currency collapse. Key details and expert analysis inside.
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Technical issues at PDS shops in Chennai cause long waits for Pongal gifts. Network problems and biometric failures delay distribution of ₹3000 cash and ration items to card holders.
Donald Trump's proposal for a 10% cap on US credit card rates has Indian cardholders, facing up to 42% interest, asking if India could follow. Explore the implications and RBI's stance.
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Mandya Minister N Cheluvarayaswamy emphasized food's critical value, tracing India's journey to self-reliance. He detailed state & central food security schemes and warned of strict action against quality violations.
Kansas City Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice faces serious domestic abuse allegations from his ex-girlfriend. The team and NFL are investigating. Details inside.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin launches ₹3000 Pongal cash gift distribution to over 2.23 crore rice ration card holders. Includes rice, sugar, saree & more. Opposition criticizes move ahead of 2026 polls.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin launches statewide Pongal gift distribution. Over 24 lakh ration card holders in delta districts & 9.46 lakh in Madurai to receive ₹3000 cash, rice, sugar & sugarcane.
Madhya Pradesh uncovers massive PDS anomalies: 1500 company directors & 38,000 taxpayers availed free ration meant for poor. 14 lakh genuine beneficiaries to now get benefits. #PDS #FoodSecurity
Madhya Pradesh cancels 30 lakh ineligible ration cards after verification. 1500 company directors & 38,000 ITR filers earning over ₹6L were availing free PDS ration meant for the poor. Read details.
Punjab rice millers urge Centre to restart AI-based grain analysers at FCI depots to remove human bias, flag storage crisis & FRK policy issues. Read more.
A fresh socio-economic survey in Kangra's Lambagaon block leads to the removal of 3470 families from the BPL list, sparking concerns over ration access. Read the full report.
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Chandigarh administration's intensive survey finds over 32,000 NFSA beneficiaries ineligible for direct bank transfers. Verification based on income, Aadhaar status & duplicate records. Read details.
UIDAI announces a price hike for Aadhaar PVC card delivery. Find out the new fees effective January 2026 and learn how to order your card online.
Indian rice exporters are urging the government for budgetary support and interest subvention to maintain their 40% share of the global rice trade. Read more on the challenges and demands.