Karnataka Raises Maize Procurement Cap to 50 Quintals
Karnataka government increases maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer to ensure better price support. Learn how this move impacts farmers and the state's agricultural policy.
Karnataka government increases maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer to ensure better price support. Learn how this move impacts farmers and the state's agricultural policy.
Karnataka government raises maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer, offering ₹2,090 per quintal. A major relief for growers facing price volatility. Read details.
Sugarcane farmers in West Champaran's Bagaha protest, demanding MSP hike to Rs 500/quintal. They cite rising input costs and price disparity with UP. Read their full demands and planned agitation.
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Congress leader Dinesh Gundu Rao writes to Union Minister Piyush Goyal, urging to declare rubber as an agricultural product and fix a Minimum Support Price to aid struggling farmers in Dakshina Kannada. Read the full story.
A staggering 61% of Punjab's cotton crop sold below MSP this season, with prices as low as Rs 3,000/quintal. Arrivals fell sharply, and new digital rules caused procurement hurdles. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka's education department is upgrading 474 government schools to KPS magnet schools, offering LKG to UG on one campus to reverse a 19% enrollment decline. Learn about the new single-campus model.
BJP Raitha Morcha members staged a protest rally in Dharwad, accusing the state government of denying MSP and halting welfare schemes. Key leaders joined the demonstration.
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Kisan Mazdoor Morcha calls for a statewide rail roko in Punjab on Dec 5, demanding MSP law and debt waiver. Commuters advised to plan travel accordingly.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces MSP procurement of maize for animal feed via KSCMCF. Government to bear all transportation and handling costs, aiding farmers. Details here.
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces the state's goal to end AIDS transmission by 2030. Learn about the strategy and current HIV status.
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KTET Admit Card 2025 is now available for download from the DSE Karnataka official website. The KARTET exam is on December 7. Get direct link and key instructions here.
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Karnataka government launches Akka Pade, a 24/7 patrol initiative to safeguard women and children across the state. Learn how this program will enhance public safety.
Karnataka government brokers deal for companies to buy maize at MSP, offering relief to farmers. Key ministers ensured immediate procurement. #KarnatakaNews #Farmers
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Chandigarh administration ensured a peaceful Samyukt Kisan Morcha rally for 10,000 farmers through pre-emptive coordination and heavy police deployment. Read how strategic planning prevented disruptions.
Karnataka CM announces pay hike for RTC staff starting April 2026, but unions remain firm on demands including Rs 1,785 crore arrears and 25% salary increase. Read the latest developments.
Sanyukt Kisan Morcha commemorates 5th anniversary of historic farm movement, renewing protests for MSP legal guarantee and loan waivers. Join the conversation about farmers' rights.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has sanctioned Rs 149 crore loan for strengthening Government Tool Room and Training Centres across the state. Learn how this will boost technical education.