Himachal Minister Condemns Apple Import Duty Cut to 25%
Himachal Education Minister Rohit Thakur condemns the Centre's decision to slash import duty on NZ apples from 50% to 25%, warning it threatens the state's Rs 5,000-crore apple economy.
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Ranchi RMC develops green patches at 24 city locations
Ranchi Municipal Corporation initiates major green patch development and beautification work at 24 locations to enhance city aesthetics and environmental balance before the New Year.
Panjab University's 16th Chrysanthemum Exhibition Opens
Panjab University inaugurated its 16th Chrysanthemum Exhibition, showcasing 4,200 plants. VC Renu Vig launched the 5-day floral event promoting environmental awareness.
Banana Festival in Trichy Promotes Tech-Driven Horticulture
ICAR-NRCB Trichy's Farmers' Day highlighted AI, IoT for banana cultivation. Over 800 attended, discussing tech adoption & value addition to boost India's horticultural output. Read more.
Rooftop Gardening Fails to Take Off in Jeypore, Odisha
Odisha's rooftop gardening initiative struggles in Jeypore with only 18 households enrolled. Lack of awareness and technical guidance cited as major hurdles. Read more.
Udupi Mega Coconut Workshop on Jan 12 by Central Board
A major coconut development workshop in Udupi's Kundapur taluk on Jan 12 will showcase tech, products & incentives for farmers. Learn about robotic harvesters, value addition & more.
PGI Chandigarh Wins 17 Awards at Delhi Rose Festival
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, shines at the 50th Delhi Rose Festival, winning 17 awards. Discover how their garden stole the show!
Chandigarh's Zero-Waste Chrysanthemum Show Ends Successfully
The 38th Chrysanthemum Show in Chandigarh concluded as a zero-waste event, featuring vibrant floral displays, eco-stalls, and cultural performances. Read about the prize ceremony and sustainable initiatives.
HP court fines officials Rs 5 lakh for ignoring worker's rights
Himachal Pradesh High Court imposes Rs 5 lakh fine on horticulture officials for failing to implement a tribunal's order on a daily wager's regularisation for nearly a decade. Details inside.
Ludhiana's ₹4.4 Cr Tender to Convert Waste to Biofuel
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation relaunches a ₹4.4+ crore tender to outsource horticulture waste management, aiming to convert 10-15 tonnes of daily waste into sustainable biofuel and curb illegal burning.
CM Naidu Presents Andhra's Wishlist to Union Ministers
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu meets Union ministers, seeking funds for Polavaram link, metro rail, ports, and a ₹41,000 crore horticulture package. Details inside.
Bagalkot Horticulture University in Rs 50 Cr Fund Crisis
Karnataka's sole University of Horticultural Sciences in Bagalkot faces a severe financial crunch. With a Rs 50 crore annual shortfall, staff salaries and vital research are at risk. Experts demand urgent government intervention.
Delhi Winter Rose Show 2024: 99-Year-Old Legend Shares Story
The All India Winter Rose Show returns to Delhi on Dec 20-21. At 99, horticulture legend Kuldeep Saddy, who tended gardens for PMs, shares his timeless passion for roses and the event's highlights.
Patna HC Asks Bihar Govt for Horticulture Export Infrastructure Details
Patna High Court directs Bihar govt to detail infrastructure for mango, litchi exports. Agriculture officials must submit export data. Next hearing on January 29. #Bihar #Horticulture
Punjab Offers 40-50% Subsidies to Farmers for Horticulture
Punjab's horticulture department intensifies subsidies for fruits, vegetables, flowers & mushrooms. Farmers get up to 50% aid for orchards, polyhouses & more to break wheat-paddy cycle. Learn how to avail benefits.
Sudan Named World's Most Neglected Crisis in 2025
Aid agencies warn Sudan's crisis is the most neglected in 2025, with 30 million needing help. Warehouses are empty, famine looms. Read the full report.
Nauni Varsity Sells 19,800+ Plants on Day 1 of Sale
Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry's annual plant sale sees massive rush, selling over 19,800 plants. A wide variety of fruit, ornamental, and forestry saplings available. Hurry, sale is on until May 31!
Ludhiana Civic Body Inspects 70,000 Saplings for Planting
Ludhiana's horticulture committee, led by Deputy Mayor Prince Johar, inspected newly purchased saplings. The civic body plans to plant 70,000 trees across the city with public involvement. Read more about the green initiative.
SC Refuses Plea on IndiGo Crisis, Sends to Delhi HC
The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea regarding the IndiGo crisis, advising the petitioner to approach the Delhi High Court instead. Read the full details of the legal proceedings.
Rajasthan universities face collapse, seek urgent state funds
Vice Chancellors of 17 Rajasthan state universities warn of imminent collapse of higher education standards due to severe financial crisis. Read about the alarming details and their plea for urgent government intervention.
World Soil Day Celebrated at ICAR-DCR Puttur
ICAR-DCR Puttur celebrated World Soil Day with lectures, demonstrations & soil card distribution for farmers, focusing on 'Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities'. Learn about key soil management practices.
Indigo Crisis: 3000+ Flights Cancelled, Passengers Stranded
IndiGo cancels over 3000 flights due to crew shortage & fog. Passengers face refund delays & chaos. When will normalcy return? Read for updates and passenger rights.
IndiGo Crisis Halts Nagpur Airport, 20 Flights Cancelled
Nagpur airport faces major disruption as IndiGo cancels 20 flights on Day 3 of the aviation crisis. Passengers stranded, fares skyrocket. Full details inside.
UP Horticulture Dept's 50th Year Seminar Boosts Farmers
Uttar Pradesh's Horticulture Dept celebrated 50 years with a major seminar in Gorakhpur, launching new schemes & a rooftop gardening drive. Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh announced massive growth in plant distribution & subsidies. Read more.
Bidar Students Earn Rs 1 Lakh via Organic Farming Programme
Under NMNF, 65 horticulture students in Bidar gain practical skills in organic farming, generating profit & fostering entrepreneurship. Learn about their success story.
PAU Hosts Vibrant Two-Day Chrysanthemum Show
Punjab Agricultural University's annual chrysanthemum show showcases over 200 varieties. Explore floral beauty, expert talks, and gardening tips. A must-visit for nature lovers!
Cubbon Park Flower Show: A Bengaluru Spectacle Until Dec 7
The 11-day Cubbon Park flower show in Bengaluru is a major crowd-puller. Discover floral displays, cultural events, and stalls. Open until December 7. Plan your visit!
Secret 1984 Assam Report Exposed After 41 Years
Assam government unveils suppressed 1984 Tewary Commission report exposing land disputes as root cause of Nellie massacre. Discover the explosive findings kept hidden for four decades.
Greater Noida Alpha 1 residents protest civic neglect
Residents of Alpha 1 in Greater Noida raise serious concerns over uncollected waste, sanitation issues, and security problems. RWA demands immediate action from authorities to resolve long-standing civic issues affecting daily life.
Karnataka Rubber Growers Demand Horticulture Status
Rubber growers in Karnataka face crisis as imports surge. Experts demand official horticulture crop recognition, MSP, and import regulations to save domestic industry.
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