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Farm Fires Contribute Only 7% to Delhi's Nov Pollution
New CREA data shows stubble burning's share in Delhi's PM2.5 fell to 7% in Nov 2025 from 20% last year, highlighting year-round pollution sources. Read the full analysis.
ISRO Study: Farm Fire Data Misleading, Farmers Evade Satellites
A new ISRO study reveals official farm fire reduction claims may be misleading, as farmers are shifting burning times to evade satellite detection. Read the full analysis.
India & Russia Deepen Agricultural Cooperation, Sign New MoU
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.
CAQM Orders Punjab, Haryana to Monitor Summer Stubble Burning
For the first time, CAQM directs Punjab and Haryana to monitor and prevent wheat stubble burning in summer, extending its pollution fight beyond the paddy season. Learn about the alarming fire counts and new action plans.
ISRO flags undercount in farm fire data, shift in burning time
An ISRO study reveals farmers in Punjab & Haryana are burning stubble later in the day to avoid satellite detection, leading to a potential undercount of incidents. Officials ramp up 24/7 ground vigil.
Jalandhar Farmers: Apply for Subsidised Farm Machinery by Dec 4
The Jalandhar Agriculture Department invites farmers to apply for subsidised farm machinery under the SMAM scheme. Deadline is December 4. Apply now to boost productivity!
Bengaluru's Hoodi Circle-Hope Farm Junction road upgrade plan
Bengaluru's civic body plans to widen the crucial 80-ft road from Hoodi Circle to Hope Farm Junction using land acquired under RMP 2015. Read details on the infrastructure upgrade.
Gujarat Police seize Rs 1 crore ganja, arrest one in Botad
Gujarat Police's SMC seized 200kg of cannabis plants in a Botad farm raid, arresting one and identifying three wanted suspects. The contraband was valued at nearly Rs 1 crore. Read the full details.
Farm Price Deflation Threatens India's Rural Demand
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
Supreme Court Seeks Action on Year-Round Pollution Sources
The Supreme Court questioned the blame on stubble burning for Delhi's air pollution, directing governments to detail measures against vehicles, industries, and dust. The next hearing is on December 10.
Opposition Accuses Govt of Avoiding Debate, Bulldozing Bills
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and SP's Akhilesh Yadav accuse PM Modi of 'dramabazi', demand Parliament debate on BLO deaths and SIR. They allege govt shattered conventions, passed 12 bills in 15 mins.
Stubble Burning Drops 90% in Punjab, Haryana
Punjab and Haryana see an 80-90% drop in stubble burning. Central funds of Rs 3,120 crore for CRM machines drive the change. Read the full analysis of this environmental success story.
10,000 Farmers Block Agra-Mumbai Highway, Demands Forwarded
A massive farmer protest that paralyzed the Agra-Mumbai National Highway for a day was suspended after the Dhar district administration agreed to forward their MSP and loan waiver demands to state and central governments. Read the full details.
Punjab's 94% Farm Fire Reduction: A Success Story
Discover how Punjab achieved a 94% reduction in stubble burning through a multi-pronged strategy involving CRM machines, FIRs, and a circular economy. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan plans to replicate this model nationwide.
India mulls QCO on food processing machines
India plans Quality Control Orders for food processing machinery to curb substandard Chinese imports, boost safety, and reduce 41% import dependency. Read more.
Haryana farm fires drop 85% to lowest in 6 years
Haryana achieves dramatic 85% reduction in stubble burning with just 659 farm fire incidents, the lowest recorded in six years. Discover how districts transformed and the challenges ahead.
Punjab farm fires plummet 90%, season ends with 5,114 cases
Punjab's stubble burning season concludes with a dramatic 90% reduction in farm fires compared to 2022. Only 5,114 cases were reported this season, marking a major environmental victory. Read the full analysis.
Woman, brother arrested for husband's murder in Jamnagar
Jamjodhpur police arrest woman and brother for murdering husband who allegedly harassed her daughters. Body found in farm well after 20 days. Read full investigation details.
Justice Nagarathna on Judicial Continuity in Landmark Cases
Supreme Court Justice BV Nagarathna emphasizes judicial continuity, stating verdicts shouldn't be discarded with judge changes. Read her crucial insights on India's legal system.
India Urges Farm Machinery Shift to Green Fuels
India's Agriculture Ministry calls for transition to green fuel-based farm technologies to reduce emissions and fuel costs. Industry leaders commit to sustainable solutions.
Punjab Farm Fires Drop 53%: Just 4 Cases Reported
Punjab reports dramatic 53% decline in stubble burning cases compared to 2024. Only 4 farm fires recorded on Saturday as harvesting season ends. Read the complete district-wise analysis.
KSKT Makes Forbes DGEMS Select 200 2025 List
Indian agritech startup Kisaan Se Kitchen Tak earns prestigious spot in Forbes DGEMS Select 200 for 2025, revolutionizing farm-to-fork supply chains. Discover their innovative journey!
Delhi's Women-Run Farm-to-Table Café Thrives
Discover Roots Café in Delhi's GK-1, where chef Meenakshi Kumar leads an all-women team serving seasonal dishes from their own farm. Experience unique global flavors while supporting sustainable agriculture and inclusive employment.
Teen farm worker dies in Ahmedabad dumper accident
18-year-old Sumit Chunara, a farm laborer from Juna Navapura village, died after being hit by a speeding dumper near Mahijada Patia. Driver fled the scene. Read the full investigation details.
Chouhan visits stubble-free Punjab village, shares farm vision
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visits Ransih Kalan village, praises farmers for 6-year stubble-free record. Discusses MSP talks, farm income doubling, and Punjab model for curbing farm fires. Read exclusive insights.
Chandigarh Bill Rollback After Punjab BJP Opposition
Exclusive: Centre withdrew Chandigarh governance Bill after Punjab BJP leaders warned of law and order crisis, citing farm law distrust. Read full analysis.
Chandigarh Bill Rollback After Punjab BJP Opposition
Exclusive: Centre withdrew Chandigarh governance bill after Punjab BJP leaders warned of law & order crisis, citing farm law distrust. Full details inside.
India: WTO Farm Import Quotas Unused, Weak Demand
India informs WTO its farm import quotas for milk, maize, and oils went unused in FY25, driven by market conditions and sufficient domestic production. Read the full analysis.
Tamil Nadu Heavy Rain Alert: Nov 21-26 Forecast
IMD predicts light to moderate rain across Tamil Nadu with isolated heavy showers in 10 districts from November 21 to 26. Farmers advised to protect crops and stored produce.
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