High Moisture Hits Andhra Paddy, Farmers Face Price Cuts
Andhra Pradesh paddy farmers battle high moisture levels post-cyclones, leading to slow procurement and distress sales. Learn about the crisis impacting harvests and prices.
Andhra Pradesh paddy farmers battle high moisture levels post-cyclones, leading to slow procurement and distress sales. Learn about the crisis impacting harvests and prices.
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.
Orissa High Court reprimands OSMCL for lacking emergency medical procurement. MD ordered to appear on Dec 11 over delays at SCB Medical College. Read the full story.
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.
Raichur APMC, Karnataka's largest, is overwhelmed by 50,000 quintals of paddy daily from Andhra & Telangana, forcing intermittent procurement. Read why farmers are flocking here.
More than 12 Madhya Pradesh MLAs were absent during Question Hour. Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya cited wedding season, suggesting future assembly schedules consider it.
Farmers in Vijayapura staged a massive tractor rally under BJP Raitha Morcha, protesting state govt's neglect on MSP, compensation & crop insurance. Read their key demands.
A CAG report tabled in the MP Assembly reveals the alarming erosion of net worth in six state PSUs, with combined losses of over ₹42,410 crore. Details on power discoms, IT parks, and MSME development failures inside.
Prayagraj's paddy procurement sees major boost with 161 centres & faster MSP payments. Over 4,400 farmers already paid Rs 4,701 lakh. Read about the new OTP-based system.
Belgian police raid EU offices in a major fraud probe, detaining ex-foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini. The scandal follows the $100M Kyiv affair, shaking Brussels. Read the full details.
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.
Following Operation Sindoor, India signs deal to procure advanced Heron MK-II drones for the Navy. The UAVs are already in service with the Army and Air Force. Read the full details.
Israel Aerospace Industries is prepared to meet India's 30% indigenous content requirement for its mid-air refueller bid, boosting the 'Make in India' initiative in defence.
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.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath reviews paddy procurement, orders increase in centres to 5000. Over Rs 1,984 crore paid to 1.51 lakh farmers. Strict instructions issued on payments & fertiliser supply.
Following the success of Operation SINDURA, India accelerates its Heron MK-II drone procurement. This move strengthens border surveillance and national security. Read the full strategic analysis.
Ganjam district launches paddy procurement from Dec 23 with 36.53 quintal target. 1.56 lakh farmers registered for the process across 476 mandis. Learn key details.
Discover what happens when you eat bread-omelette daily for breakfast. Nutritionist Dr Rohini Patil explains how to make this combo healthy with whole-grain bread and veggies.
Andhra Pradesh launches emergency measures to protect paddy and dairy farmers from Cyclone Ditwah. Rapid procurement and direct payments ensure financial security. Read more.
Karnataka government brokers deal for companies to buy maize at MSP, offering relief to farmers. Key ministers ensured immediate procurement. #KarnatakaNews #Farmers
Uttar Pradesh government's paddy procurement drive shows remarkable success with 8.28 lakh metric tonnes purchased from 1.39 lakh farmers. CM Yogi ensures 48-hour payments and transparent system. #UttarPradesh #Farmers
Former CM Bhupesh Baghel attacks state government over paddy procurement problems, electoral roll revision, and administrative failures. Farmers face distress due to technical glitches.
Paddy procurement in Sambalpur district failed to begin as scheduled, angering farmers. Millers demand higher transport charges and clearance of 3-year dues. Farmers threaten highway blockade if issue unresolved by Saturday.
Rajasthan's finance department amends procurement rules, allowing multiple agencies beyond RTDC for official event catering. Officials fear this move will deepen RTDC's financial crisis. Explore the implications.
India's kharif food grain production estimated at 173.3 million tonnes for 2024-25. Rice output reaches 108.5 million tonnes. Discover key agricultural insights and crop performance data.
Tragic accident at Surajpol grain market claims life of porter Waseem Ali. Truck driver apprehended, police investigation underway. Read full details.
OSCSC to purchase 81,200 metric tonnes of paddy from Kendrapada farmers starting January 9 at Rs 3,100 per quintal. 52,092 farmers already registered for the procurement drive.
Koraput administration launches 108 mandis for Kharif marketing season starting Dec 11, targeting 15 lakh quintals rice from 44,104 farmers with strict anti-middlemen measures.
Telangana Agriculture Commission meets Governor over cotton farmers' struggles with CCI procurement delays, cyclone losses, and new Seed Act concerns. Read the full update.
Indian government considers global tenders for patented weight-loss, cancer, and diabetes drugs to ensure patient access. Learn how this move benefits healthcare.