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Punjab Flood-Hit Farmers Get Help to Sow Wheat on 800 Acres

Activists in Punjab undertake a massive effort to level silt-covered fields and sow wheat for farmers devastated by floods. Over 800 acres in Fazilka district have been restored. Read the full story of resilience and community support.

RBI cuts FY26 inflation projection to 2%

The Reserve Bank of India has revised its inflation forecast for the next fiscal year downwards to 2%, citing improved agricultural conditions. Discover the key factors behind this optimistic outlook.

MP Chowta Orders Swift Crop Insurance Payment to Farmers

Dakshina Kannada MP Capt Brijesh Chowta intervenes to expedite delayed Weather-Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS) payments for thousands of eligible farmers. Read about the directive and the reasons behind the hold-up.

Vande Bharat, Rajdhani trains delayed due to fog, track work

Dense fog in North India and ongoing safety work in Odisha cause major delays for premium trains like Vande Bharat and Tejas Rajdhani. Passengers face inconvenience as multiple long-distance trains run hours behind schedule. Get the latest updates.

NH 66 stretch completion delayed by one year

Continuous rainfall disrupts NH 66 widening project in Thiruvananthapuram, pushing completion to December 2026. Critical corridor faces year-long delay despite 52% progress.

India's Kharif Foodgrain Output Rises to 173.33 MT

India's kharif foodgrain production is projected to reach 173.33 million tonnes in 2025-26, boosted by a good monsoon. This increase may help control food inflation. Read more for a detailed crop-wise analysis.

Rabi Sowing Area Expected to Exceed Last Year

India's rabi season sowing shows promising growth with area expected to surpass last year's levels. Government reports increased wheat and pulses cultivation. Discover the agricultural trends shaping food security.

11.25 Lakh Gujarat Farmers Register for Relief Packages

Gujarat government's relief packages attract massive farmer registrations. Over 9.31 lakh farmers register for groundnut sales, 2.5 times higher than last year. Extended power supply announced for rabi season.

Punjab Paddy Yield Crisis: 8 Quintals/Hectare

Shocking results from Punjab's crop cutting experiments show paddy yields have dropped dramatically to just 8 quintals per hectare, raising concerns about agricultural sustainability and farmer livelihoods in India's breadbasket.

Punjab Farm Fires Jump 78% Amid Wheat Sowing Rush

Punjab faces agricultural crisis as farmers rush to clear paddy fields through stubble burning, with wheat sowing deadline approaching and farm fires surging dramatically across the state.

Jharkhand Minister Addresses Crop Damage Crisis

Jharkhand Agriculture Minister Badal Patralekh addresses widespread agricultural devastation caused by heavy rainfall and cyclonic storms, revealing compensation plans for affected farmers.

Gujarat Relief Package for Farmers After Crop Loss

The Gujarat government announces comprehensive financial assistance for farmers facing crop devastation from unexpected rainfall. Learn about the relief measures and eligibility criteria.

Punjab Farm Fires Cross 2,500 Mark in 6 Days

Punjab faces environmental emergency as farm fires surge past 2,500 mark. 62 fresh cases reported amid worsening air quality crisis. Authorities struggle to contain stubble burning despite restrictions.

Kapurthala DC Drives Tractor for Stubble Management

In a powerful demonstration of commitment, Kapurthala Deputy Commissioner Dr. Amit Kumar Kalan drives tractor himself to promote eco-friendly stubble management techniques and combat Punjab's air pollution crisis.

Gujarat Crops Devastated by Unseasonal Rains

Recent unseasonal rainfall has devastated agricultural lands across Gujarat, with preliminary estimates showing significant damage to crops in more than 90 talukas, raising concerns about farmer livelihoods and food security.

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