Udaipuri Goat Recognised as Indigenous Breed in Uttarakhand
NBAGR officially recognises Uttarakhand's Udaipuri goat as an indigenous breed. This move will boost conservation, selective breeding, and support hill farmers' livelihoods. Read more.
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Goa adds 5 new GI tags, portfolio now at 15
Goa's GI list grows to 15 with 5 new agricultural products, including unique mangoes, rice, and brinjal. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant says this empowers farmers and boosts local economy. Read more.
Andhra Red Gram Farmers Sell Below MSP, Face Crisis
Andhra Pradesh's red gram farmers face distress sales at Rs 6,500/quintal, far below the Rs 8,000 MSP. Falling yields and delayed govt procurement deepen the agrarian crisis. Read more.
Colder January Forecast Lifts India's Winter Crop Prospects
India's IMD forecasts a colder January, aiding key rabi crops like wheat. This weather shift promises higher yields and could ease food inflation. Read the full forecast analysis.
Zero Rain in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh: Driest December in Decades
Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh recorded 0 mm rainfall in December 2025, a 100% deficit. Meteorologists warn of severe stress on groundwater and rabi crops like wheat and mustard. Read more.
New Wheat, Mustard Varieties Developed in Kanpur
CSAUT Kanpur scientists develop high-yield wheat for alkaline soil & late-sow mustard for UP. Boost for state's farmers with disease-resistant crops. Read more.
Rabi sowing hits 61.4 mn ha; pulses, oilseeds area up
India's rabi sowing reaches 61.4 million hectares, with pulses and oilseeds showing significant gains. Wheat area remains steady. Get the latest crop data and analysis.
Gene-Edited Mustard Nears Approval in India
India may soon approve its first genome-edited mustard, promising higher oil output. This follows the release of gene-edited rice and marks a strategic shift in agricultural biotechnology. Read more.
Ludhiana wheat cultivation area falls, farmers opt for cash crops
Ludhiana sees a 4000-hectare decline in wheat cultivation over four years as farmers pivot to profitable cash crops like potatoes and maize. Agriculture department data reveals the shifting trends. Explore the reasons and implications.
Tragic Mandya Accident: Youth Dies on Ragi-Laid Road
A 19-year-old died and a woman was critically injured in Mandya after their car overturned on ragi crops spread for drying on a main road. Police warn farmers against the dangerous practice.
Dense Fog, Cold Wave to Grip North and East India
IMD forecasts dense fog and cold waves across northern and eastern India, disrupting travel. However, agricultural experts confirm the weather is boosting rabi crop sowing, with area up by 8 lakh hectares.
Shah's Cooperative Vision for Haryana: MSP to Bharat Taxi
Union Home Minister Amit Shah outlines a cooperative-led roadmap for Haryana, highlighting MSP for 24 crops, a rising agriculture budget, and the upcoming 'Bharat Taxi' app. Read more.
Elephant raids crops in Erode, farmers use firecrackers
A wild elephant entered farms in Mavanatham village, Erode, damaging ragi crops. Farmers chased it away using firecrackers after forest staff delay. They demand a permanent solution.
Dry Spell in Himachal Puts Rabi Crops at Risk
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh since October threatens Rabi crops. Agriculture experts warn of 5-10% wheat production loss if rains don't arrive soon. Read the full report.
Mysuru Cold Wave Hits Crops, Farmers Worried
A severe cold wave in Mysuru and Chamarajanagar districts is damaging rabi crops like maize and vegetables, affecting livestock, and raising farmer concerns. Experts advise precautionary measures.
16 Acres of Poppy Destroyed by Police in Latehar Forest
Herhunj police in Latehar district eradicated poppy vegetation on 16 acres of forest land using drones and five tractors. Officer Krishnapal Singh Pavaiya details the operation. Read more.
Himachal's Dry Spell Worries Farmers, Orchardists
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh threatens apple orchards and rabi crops. Farmers face significant losses as experts warn of severe impact. Read more.
Scientist Calls for Biofortified, Heat-Tolerant Crop Varieties
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.
Indore Farmers Boost Pulses & Maize Cultivation
Farmers in Indore division are expanding pulses and maize cultivation this Rabi season, driven by favourable weather and market prospects. Acreage sees significant rise.
Brazil's New Federal Universities for Indigenous Studies & Sports
Brazil launches two groundbreaking federal universities dedicated to indigenous studies and sports education, marking significant educational expansion and cultural recognition.
Indian refiners, SCI plan shipyard JV with Korean firms
Shipping Corp of India and state refiners are in advanced talks with South Korean shipyards HD Hyundai, Samsung and Hanwha for a shipbuilding JV in Andhra Pradesh to boost energy security.
One North East: Unity Platform for Tribal Communities Launched
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma unveils 'One North East' initiative in Agartala, emphasizing unity among indigenous communities. Regional leaders pledge collective action for tribal rights and development.
INS Mahe: Navy's New Anti-Submarine Warfare Ship
Indian Navy commissions INS Mahe, first of 16 indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft. Boosting coastal security with advanced detection systems and indigenous technology.
India's Rice Production Reaches Record 124.5 MT
India's kharif rice production reaches record 124.5 million tonnes in 2025-26, up 1.7 MT from last year. Discover how monsoon impacted crops and sector performance.
Kharif Food Grain Production Reaches 173.3 Million Tonnes
India's kharif food grain production estimated at 173.3 million tonnes for 2024-25. Rice output reaches 108.5 million tonnes. Discover key agricultural insights and crop performance data.
Zoho-MapmyIndia Partnership Boosts Indian CRM Capabilities
Zoho CRM integrates MapmyIndia's address capture and lead discovery tools, empowering Indian businesses with indigenous mapping solutions while ensuring data sovereignty post-DPDP Rules 2025.
Defence Minister Calls for Proactive, Future-Ready Military
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizes India's need for proactive defence strategy and 'profit-plus approach' for indigenous manufacturing at Navy seminar.
Odisha to Document Tribal Healing Practices
Odisha's SCSTRTI begins documenting 35 tribal healing traditions. Learn how indigenous medicine integrates with modern science for healthcare preservation.
India's First Mini Space Telescope Passes Critical Tests
Hyderabad startup EON Space Labs successfully tests MIRA, India's first indigenous miniaturized space telescope, qualifying it for December 2025 space mission. Discover this breakthrough!
COP30 Brazil: Indigenous Mutirão Shapes Climate Summit
Discover how Brazil's COP30 championed 'mutirão' - an indigenous collective action approach creating new climate governance. Learn about this groundbreaking participatory model.
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