Andhra Red Gram Farmers Sell Below MSP, Face Crisis
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.
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Dhubri Offers Roses to Helmet-Wearing Bikers for Road Safety
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.
Colder January Forecast Lifts India's Winter Crop Prospects
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.
Zero Rain in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh: Driest December in Decades
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.
New Wheat, Mustard Varieties Developed in Kanpur
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 in Top 10 for Road Deaths from Bad Infrastructure
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.
Almora Bus Accident: 7 Dead, 12 Hurt in Gorge Plunge
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 Council Fast-Tracks Road Safety Measures, Helmet Rule
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.
Rabi sowing hits 61.4 mn ha; pulses, oilseeds area up
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.
Gene-Edited Mustard Nears Approval in India
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 Road Fatalities Surge 37% in November 2025
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 wheat cultivation area falls, farmers opt for cash crops
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.
Solar Dryer Promotes Clean Energy & Sustainable Rural Livelihoods
The Rudra solar dryer, developed by IIT Kharagpur, revolutionizes food processing in rural India. It empowers farmers, reduces waste, and promotes clean energy. Discover how this innovation is changing lives.
Madikeri: 20-Year-Old Damaged Road Sparks Villager Protest
Angry villagers in Maragodu, Madikeri, protested the 20-year neglect of the Maragodu-Katlekadu road. Officials promised repairs after KSRTC buses stopped plying. Read the full story.
Tragic Mandya Accident: Youth Dies on Ragi-Laid Road
A 19-year-old died and a woman was critically injured in Mandya after their car overturned on ragi crops spread for drying on a main road. Police warn farmers against the dangerous practice.
Dense Fog, Cold Wave to Grip North and East India
IMD forecasts dense fog and cold waves across northern and eastern India, disrupting travel. However, agricultural experts confirm the weather is boosting rabi crop sowing, with area up by 8 lakh hectares.
Shah's Cooperative Vision for Haryana: MSP to Bharat Taxi
Union Home Minister Amit Shah outlines a cooperative-led roadmap for Haryana, highlighting MSP for 24 crops, a rising agriculture budget, and the upcoming 'Bharat Taxi' app. Read more.
Jaipur adjusts traffic signals for tourist season congestion
Jaipur traffic police modify signal timings on Delhi, Agra & MI Roads to ease peak season gridlock. New one-way on Amer Road diverts traffic, prompting strategic changes.
Tree in middle of Nagpur road poses major safety risk
A newly built stretch of Nagpur's Besa-Pipla road has a dangerous flaw: a full-grown tree left in the carriageway. Commuters call it a death trap. Read about the oversight and delays.
UP's Road Safety Push: Training & Rewards to Cut Accidents
Uttar Pradesh intensifies Road Safety Mitra & Rahveer schemes under CM Yogi's orders. 423 volunteers trained, Rs 25K reward for helpers during golden hour. Details inside.
Elephant raids crops in Erode, farmers use firecrackers
A wild elephant entered farms in Mavanatham village, Erode, damaging ragi crops. Farmers chased it away using firecrackers after forest staff delay. They demand a permanent solution.
Trichy's Temple Road Widening to Ease Devotee Congestion
The 5.2km Thiruvellarai-Omandur road in Trichy is being widened to 7 metres at a cost of ₹7 crore. The project, set for completion by March 2026, will improve safety and access for thousands of temple devotees and local residents.
Man Dies in Bike-Tanker Crash on Jalandhar's Nakodar Road
A 28-year-old man died after his motorcycle collided with a milk tanker on Nakodar Road in Jalandhar. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fatal road accident.
Yogi's 4E Plan for Road Safety Month in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath launches Road Safety Month with a strict 4E model. Learn how Education, Enforcement, Engineering, and Emergency Care aim to curb alarming accident rates.
Dry Spell in Himachal Puts Rabi Crops at Risk
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh since October threatens Rabi crops. Agriculture experts warn of 5-10% wheat production loss if rains don't arrive soon. Read the full report.
Coimbatore's crumbling roads pose daily danger to commuters
Despite spending Rs 415 crore on relaying 5,215 roads, Coimbatore's key stretches like Vilankurichi-Thaneerpandal and Nallampalayam-Sanganoor are in shambles, causing accidents and dust pollution. Residents demand urgent action.
Mysuru Cold Wave Hits Crops, Farmers Worried
A severe cold wave in Mysuru and Chamarajanagar districts is damaging rabi crops like maize and vegetables, affecting livestock, and raising farmer concerns. Experts advise precautionary measures.
Two vehicles plunge into Ludhiana water channel, 3 injured
Two separate accidents within 30 minutes on a poorly lit Ludhiana road sent vehicles plunging into a water channel, injuring three. Locals demand immediate installation of safety barriers.
Bombay HC Directs Andheri Societies to Remove Road Blockades
Bombay High Court directs three Andheri housing societies to remove structures blocking a key DP road within a week. Justice Jadhav's order aims to ease traffic congestion and improve access to civic amenities.
16 Acres of Poppy Destroyed by Police in Latehar Forest
Herhunj police in Latehar district eradicated poppy vegetation on 16 acres of forest land using drones and five tractors. Officer Krishnapal Singh Pavaiya details the operation. Read more.
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