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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.

Gandhi's Autobiography Completes 100 Years

Mahatma Gandhi's 'The Story of My Experiments with Truth' completes 100 years, remaining Navajivan Trust's bestseller with over 1 crore copies sold worldwide in 18 languages.

Karnataka HC Stops Tree Cutting at Jnanabharathi Campus

The Karnataka High Court has intervened to protect the green cover at Bengaluru's Jnanabharathi campus, restraining further tree cutting and demanding a report on trees already removed. Read the full story.

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.

NGT directs HP pollution panel to file compliance report

National Green Tribunal directs Himachal Pradesh Pollution Control Board to submit fresh compliance report on environmental compensation recovery in illegal hill cutting case. Next hearing on January 30, 2026.

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.

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.

Government Guarantees Urea Supply for Kharif 2025

Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers Mansukh Mandaviya assures farmers of sufficient urea availability for upcoming planting season, addressing nationwide concerns about fertilizer shortages.

India's Rural TV Exodus: Streaming Takes Over

New BARC data reveals India's entertainment landscape is transforming as millions in rural areas embrace OTT platforms, marking a significant shift from traditional TV viewership.

Haryana Paddy Scam: Hooda Demands CBI Probe

Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Hooda exposes massive paddy procurement irregularities, demands impartial investigation into alleged multi-crore scam affecting farmers.

Punjab's Soil Revival: In-Situ Stubble Solution

Discover how Punjab's shift to in-situ paddy stubble management is not only reducing pollution but also rejuvenating depleted soils, offering a sustainable solution to the annual farm fire crisis.

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