With discom debt over Rs 7.5 lakh crore, another bailout is inevitable but futile. The only viable solution is introducing competition in distribution to cut inefficiencies and costs. Read the analysis.
India and Russia agree to expand agricultural trade, research, and market access. Bilateral farm trade stands at $3.5 billion. New MoU signed to boost cooperation.
Chandigarh's Chief Secretary directs officials to remove hurdles for PM Surya Ghar Yojana after poor public response. Only 900 enrolments recorded so far. Read more.
Punjab's AAP government stalls plan to add sugar, tea leaves & mustard oil to Atta-Dal scheme from 2026 due to financial burden. Details on the Rs 1000 crore hurdle inside.
Greek farmers escalate protests, blocking key border crossings over delayed EU subsidy payments linked to a major corruption scandal. Read about the crisis and government response.
Eminent agricultural scientist S S Chahal urges focus on water-efficient, nutrient-rich crops to meet India's nutritional security challenge. Details from the BAU Rabi Council meeting inside.
Punjab Agricultural University's College of Agricultural Engineering reunites 250 alumni globally. Event highlights include jubilee celebrations, a global baton relay, and new tech initiatives for smart farming.
A key stakeholders' meeting for PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana was held in Chandigarh. Officials highlighted 148 beneficiaries with zero bills, while RWAs raised critical issues like CHB roof rights. Learn about the scheme's simplified process.
Indian government seeks Parliament nod for net extra spending of ₹41,455 crore for fertiliser, fuel subsidies. Fiscal deficit target of 4.4% of GDP remains intact. Read full details.
East Singhbhum launches PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, pitting 10 villages in a 6-month race to become a Model Solar Village and win Rs 1 crore. Learn about the scheme's goals and timeline.
KVK Dalipnagar educates 70+ farmers in Amauli Thakurain on converting crop residue into soil nutrients. Learn how to access 80% subsidy on agricultural machinery for sustainable farming.
A woman from Karnataka's Bantwal lost Rs 70 lakh after fraudsters promised subsidy for jasmine cultivation. Police investigation underway. Learn how to avoid such scams.
Himachal Pradesh Cabinet approves 1,000 Rogi Mitras for healthcare, 40% EV conversion subsidies, enhanced disaster compensation, and 805 principal promotions. Major boost to state welfare initiatives.
Two successful alumni reconnect with Punjab Agricultural University's business school after 15 years, sharing career insights and inspiring current MBA students with their professional journeys.
Haryana government approves ₹2000 crore subsidy for wheat and barley farmers facing crop damage. Financial relief targets 7 lakh farmers across the state. Read full details.
Taiwan's TSMC receives $4.71 billion US subsidy for Arizona semiconductor plants, boosting global chip manufacturing. Read about the strategic move reshaping tech supply chains.
Punjab Agricultural University leads farm tech revolution at Jatana event, showcasing sustainable solutions and corporate innovations for modern agriculture. Discover the future of farming!
Chhattisgarh CM announces expansion of half electricity bill scheme from 100 to 200 units, benefiting over 42 lakh households. Relief begins December 1.
Critical delays in NFSNM seed supply in Punjab miss sowing windows. Farmers can't use free seeds, officials face pressure to sell. Explore the systemic failure.
Critical delays in NFSNM seed distribution miss Punjab's sowing seasons, leaving officials pressured to sell unusable seeds. Farmers face uncertainty as departmental inquiries loom.
Bengaluru's Krishi Mela concludes with record 5.416 lakh visitors, showcasing cutting-edge agricultural technologies and innovations for modern farmers. Discover the future of farming!
College of Post Graduate Studies in Agricultural Sciences honors tribal heritage through seminars and cultural activities. Event featured Padmashree Trinity Saioo and national athlete Margaret Pathaw.
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.
Punjab Agricultural University honoured with prestigious ICAR award for outstanding mentorship and innovation in agricultural education, reinforcing Punjab's leadership in farming advancements.
In a startling case from Karnataka's Koppal district, a farmer discovers his mortgaged agricultural land was auctioned by a bank without his knowledge, raising serious questions about banking transparency and farmer rights.
Haryana government announces significant electricity bill waiver for farmers, offering substantial financial relief to the agricultural community across the state.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav demands urgent shift to centralized grain procurement, citing massive financial strain from inadequate central reimbursements affecting state's economy.
Discover how Maharashtra's new electricity initiative promises free power for 25 years to low-income households, revolutionizing energy access across the state.
Dr. H S Dhaliwal from Punjab Agricultural University showcases India's agricultural research prowess at global forum, fostering international collaboration in crop science.
Exclusive insights from Dr. S. Mahendra Dev on how technology and decentralization can revolutionize Indian agriculture, boost farmer incomes, and ensure food security.