Himachal Pradesh High Court imposes Rs 5 lakh fine on horticulture officials for failing to implement a tribunal's order on a daily wager's regularisation for nearly a decade. Details inside.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation relaunches a ₹4.4+ crore tender to outsource horticulture waste management, aiming to convert 10-15 tonnes of daily waste into sustainable biofuel and curb illegal burning.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu meets Union ministers, seeking funds for Polavaram link, metro rail, ports, and a ₹41,000 crore horticulture package. Details inside.
Karnataka's sole University of Horticultural Sciences in Bagalkot faces a severe financial crunch. With a Rs 50 crore annual shortfall, staff salaries and vital research are at risk. Experts demand urgent government intervention.
The All India Winter Rose Show returns to Delhi on Dec 20-21. At 99, horticulture legend Kuldeep Saddy, who tended gardens for PMs, shares his timeless passion for roses and the event's highlights.
Patna High Court directs Bihar govt to detail infrastructure for mango, litchi exports. Agriculture officials must submit export data. Next hearing on January 29. #Bihar #Horticulture
Punjab's horticulture department intensifies subsidies for fruits, vegetables, flowers & mushrooms. Farmers get up to 50% aid for orchards, polyhouses & more to break wheat-paddy cycle. Learn how to avail benefits.
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.
Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry's annual plant sale sees massive rush, selling over 19,800 plants. A wide variety of fruit, ornamental, and forestry saplings available. Hurry, sale is on until May 31!
Ludhiana's horticulture committee, led by Deputy Mayor Prince Johar, inspected newly purchased saplings. The civic body plans to plant 70,000 trees across the city with public involvement. Read more about the green initiative.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi launches the Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Policy 2025, aiming to attract investments and create jobs. The state announces two dedicated industrial parks. Read more.
DMET Odisha announces revised schedule for NEET PG 2025 Round 2 counselling. Choice filling from Dec 18-20. Check eligibility, key dates, and reporting details here.
Severe cold wave grips Odisha with G Udayagiri recording 4.4°C. IMD warns of continued low temperatures for next 4-5 days. Read for details on affected districts and forecasts.
BSE Odisha has announced the Class 10 exam schedule for 2026. Check dates, download the timetable from bseodisha.ac.in, and prepare for exams starting February 19.
Odisha's new Pharma & Medtech Policy 2025 aims to make the state a strategic hub for healthcare manufacturing. The policy includes plans for dedicated industrial parks and a roadmap aligned with India's 2047 vision. Read more.
ICAR-DCR Puttur celebrated World Soil Day with lectures, demonstrations & soil card distribution for farmers, focusing on 'Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities'. Learn about key soil management practices.
Odisha Police enhance night security with checkpoints from 1 AM to 5 AM to protect women workers and tourists. New law allows women's night shifts. Read details.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi announces a committee headed by ex-IAS Ashok Tripathy to review long-pending demands of teaching & non-teaching staff. Report due in 6 months.
Uttar Pradesh's Horticulture Dept celebrated 50 years with a major seminar in Gorakhpur, launching new schemes & a rooftop gardening drive. Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh announced massive growth in plant distribution & subsidies. Read more.
A 50-hectare urban forest, Nagar Van Merakum Tzuin, launched in Mokokchung village. The project aims to boost biodiversity conservation and environmental education in Nagaland's urban landscape. Read more.
The Centre's NAKSHA programme uses drone surveys to create digital urban land records, aiming to curb illegal construction and simplify property deals for 600 million future city dwellers. Read how it works.
Under NMNF, 65 horticulture students in Bidar gain practical skills in organic farming, generating profit & fostering entrepreneurship. Learn about their success story.
Punjab Agricultural University's annual chrysanthemum show showcases over 200 varieties. Explore floral beauty, expert talks, and gardening tips. A must-visit for nature lovers!
Odisha assembly passes Jan Vishwas Bill 2025, decriminalising outdated provisions in 16 laws to boost ease of doing business and ease of living. Read the key reforms.
The 11-day Cubbon Park flower show in Bengaluru is a major crowd-puller. Discover floral displays, cultural events, and stalls. Open until December 7. Plan your visit!
The Nagari – Future Cities Conclave in Delhi brought together policymakers & experts to discuss resilient, sustainable, and people-focused urban transformation for India. Explore the key insights.
Odisha faces delays in 705 multi-village water supply projects. Minister V Somanna cites land acquisition & contractor issues. Learn about state's corrective measures & plans to tackle water scarcity.
Residents of Alpha 1 in Greater Noida raise serious concerns over uncollected waste, sanitation issues, and security problems. RWA demands immediate action from authorities to resolve long-standing civic issues affecting daily life.
Odisha CM Majhi inaugurates Industry Conclave 2025, highlighting state's MSME growth, 6.1% GDP infrastructure investment & plans to become eastern India's MSME gateway. Read more.
Rubber growers in Karnataka face crisis as imports surge. Experts demand official horticulture crop recognition, MSP, and import regulations to save domestic industry.