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.
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Forest officer suspended for bribe in Pilibhit
Dudhwa Tiger Reserve director recommends suspension of forest officer caught taking Rs 40,000 bribe for tree felling permission. Read the full investigation details.
AP Govt's Emergency Plan for Cyclone Ditwah Farmers
Andhra Pradesh launches emergency measures to protect paddy and dairy farmers from Cyclone Ditwah. Rapid procurement and direct payments ensure financial security. Read more.
HP Court Exposes Staff Deputation Scam in Shimla
Himachal Pradesh High Court uncovers disturbing pattern of health and education employees securing urban deputations while drawing rural benefits. Court demands policy correction.
Gadkari & Pawar NGOs Partner for AI in Agriculture
Agrovision Foundation and Agriculture Development Trust forge a historic alliance, leveraging AI to boost crop yields and farmer profits. Discover how this partnership will transform Indian agriculture.
India's Digital Agriculture Mission: AgriStack Launch
India launches Digital Agriculture Mission with AgriStack and Farmer ID to transform farming through technology. Learn how this initiative will benefit farmers and modernize agriculture.
Atish Chandra Named New Agriculture Secretary
1994-batch IAS officer Atish Chandra appointed as India's new Agriculture Secretary. He will take charge from February 2026, replacing Devesh Chaturvedi. Read about the major bureaucratic reshuffle.
US Education Dept Transfers 6 Major Programs to Other Agencies
US Department of Education initiates major restructuring, transferring 6 key grant programs to other departments. Historic move signals potential dismantling of federal education agency.
Maharashtra ACB: Revenue, Police Top Corruption List
Maharashtra ACB data reveals Revenue, Land Records, and Police departments lead in corruption cases for 2025. 155 officials from Revenue caught accepting bribes. Explore the full report.
New Seeds Bill Open for Comments Until December 11
India's Agriculture Ministry proposes new Seeds Bill to replace 1966 Act. Stakeholders can submit feedback until December 11, 2025. Share your input now!
Indian Youth Shine at World Food Forum Green Heritage Event
Young Indian innovators showcased sustainable agriculture solutions at World Food Forum 2025 in Rome. Discover how youth are protecting green heritage through technology and traditional knowledge.
Bengaluru Hosts 11th Indian Horticulture Congress
Discover how the 11th Indian Horticulture Congress in Bengaluru is revolutionizing agriculture with cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices to boost farmer incomes and ensure food security.
AI Powers Rice Revolution: ₹3000Cr Deals Signed
Groundbreaking partnerships and artificial intelligence take center stage at Bharat International Rice Conference as industry leaders commit to transforming agriculture and empowering farmers with cutting-edge technology.
Karnataka seeks dedicated wildlife veterinarian cadre
Karnataka's Forest Department is seeking government approval to create a specialized cadre of wildlife veterinarians, addressing critical gaps in animal healthcare and conservation efforts across the state's protected areas.
Jalandhar Paddy Procurement Hits 70% Target
Jalandhar district achieves remarkable 70% paddy procurement target with over 1.70 lakh metric tons already purchased from local farmers, signaling strong agricultural output.
New law against fake seeds & pesticides to protect farmers
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces comprehensive legislation to combat substandard agricultural inputs, ensuring farmer protection and food security.
India to Introduce Stringent Seed Law in Budget Session
Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces comprehensive seed legislation to combat counterfeit seeds, ensure quality control, and protect farmers' rights through stricter regulations.
Karnataka Farmers Protest Sugarcane Price, Demand ₹3500/Tonne
Hundreds of farmers in Karnataka's sugar belt stage massive protest, demanding increased sugarcane prices and immediate payment of pending dues from mills.
New Law Against Fake Seeds & Pesticides for Farmers
Centre plans strict new legislation to combat substandard seeds and pesticides, empowering farmers and ensuring agricultural quality control across India.
AI Revolution in Rice: ₹3000Cr Deals Signed
The Bharat International Rice Conference launches with groundbreaking AI initiatives, massive trade agreements, and farmer empowerment programs set to transform India's rice industry.
Farmers fight pink stem borer with stubble burning
Punjab and Haryana farmers resort to stubble burning to combat pink stem borer infestation during wheat sowing season, raising environmental concerns amidst agricultural challenges.
Maharashtra farmers get ₹3-₹21 insurance payout, call it mockery
Maharashtra farmers receive meager compensation of just ₹3 to ₹21 under government crop insurance scheme, calling it a cruel joke amid rising agricultural costs.
Why Robots Fail at Apple Harvesting
Discover why advanced robotics and AI are failing at the seemingly simple task of apple harvesting, and what this reveals about the future of agricultural automation.
Gujarat Crops Destroyed: Unseasonal Rains Hit 10L+ Hectares
Unprecedented unseasonal rainfall wreaks havoc across Gujarat farmlands, destroying crops worth crores. CM Bhupendra Patel initiates urgent damage assessment survey to provide farmer relief.
PAU trains 175 in paddy straw management solutions
Punjab Agricultural University trains service providers in advanced paddy straw management techniques to combat stubble burning and promote sustainable farming practices in Ludhiana.
Karnataka's decade-long wildlife vet crisis deepens
Karnataka's forest department faces a severe wildlife healthcare crisis as critical veterinarian positions remain vacant for over 10 years, endangering protected species across the state's reserves and national parks.
India's AgriStack: Digital Push for Farming Revolution
India launches ambitious AgriStack platform to digitize agriculture sector, integrating farmer data, subsidies, and welfare schemes for tech-driven farming revolution.
ED Reveals Cash-for-Jobs Scam in Tamil Nadu Water Department
Explosive ED chargesheet reveals systematic corruption in Tamil Nadu's Water Resources Department with crores exchanged for government jobs. State government denies allegations.
Koraput Crops Largely Unharmed by Cyclone Remal
Initial assessments in Odisha's Koraput district reveal minimal agricultural damage despite Cyclone Remal's threat. Officials confirm crops largely protected, with detailed surveys underway.
Maharashtra Farmer Protest: 20km Highway Jam, Rail Blockade Threat
Nagpur farmer protests intensify as Bachchu Kadu rejects Mumbai negotiations, creating massive 20km highway blockade. Farmers threaten rail blockade if loan waiver demands aren't met, escalating Maharashtra's agricultural crisis.
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