India has overtaken China to become the world's largest rice producer, with a record output of 150.18 million tonnes. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced this milestone while releasing 184 new climate-resilient crop varieties. Read more about I
Rajasthan transport dept launches a 30-day road safety drive from Jan 1-30. Initiatives include reflective tapes on 3000 vehicles, clearing black spots, and school workshops. Read the full plan.
Kerala govt approves land acquisition for Kochi's crucial 4km east-west corridor. Project aims to ease city congestion after decades of delay. Read details on compensation & timeline.
Bengaluru's key Kamaraj Road stretch between MG Road and Cubbon Road is now fully open, ending a six-year closure for Metro work. This move is set to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Commercial Street and Brigade Road. Read more
Shivamogga & Davanagere farmers rejoice as Bhadra Reservoir's IAC approves 120-day water release for summer crops. Learn the schedule and key decisions from the 88th meeting.
North Goa road safety council reviews rising accidents, highlights failure to use MV Act's Section 198A against officials for faulty infrastructure. Calls for urgent accountability.
Union Ministry sanctions Rs 664.67 crore for upgrading 174 km of roads in Chhattisgarh. The projects aim to boost connectivity in remote and Naxal-affected areas. Read more.
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 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.
Dhubri transport authorities launch a unique National Road Safety Month campaign, rewarding compliant bikers with roses while penalizing violators. Initiatives include rallies, street plays, and reflector tape distribution in fog.
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.
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.
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.
Ludhiana records 400 road deaths in 2023, ranking 7th nationally for fatalities due to poor roads. Experts warn the crisis is under-reported. Read the full investigation.
Tragic bus accident in Almora: 7 dead, 12 injured after vehicle falls 160ft into gorge. Details on rescue, victims, and safety concerns. Read the full report.
Goa's road safety council mandates rapid rollout of camera-based challaning, highway safety audits, and helmets for pillion riders. Key decisions aim to curb accidents in the state.
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.
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.
Goa sees a sharp 33% rise in fatal road accidents and 37% increase in deaths in Nov 2025 vs last year. Tourist season & reduced traffic enforcement cited as key reasons. Details inside.
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.
The Rudra solar dryer, developed by IIT Kharagpur, revolutionizes food processing in rural India. It empowers farmers, reduces waste, and promotes clean energy. Discover how this innovation is changing lives.
Angry villagers in Maragodu, Madikeri, protested the 20-year neglect of the Maragodu-Katlekadu road. Officials promised repairs after KSRTC buses stopped plying. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
Jaipur traffic police modify signal timings on Delhi, Agra & MI Roads to ease peak season gridlock. New one-way on Amer Road diverts traffic, prompting strategic changes.
A newly built stretch of Nagpur's Besa-Pipla road has a dangerous flaw: a full-grown tree left in the carriageway. Commuters call it a death trap. Read about the oversight and delays.
Uttar Pradesh intensifies Road Safety Mitra & Rahveer schemes under CM Yogi's orders. 423 volunteers trained, Rs 25K reward for helpers during golden hour. Details inside.
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.
The 5.2km Thiruvellarai-Omandur road in Trichy is being widened to 7 metres at a cost of ₹7 crore. The project, set for completion by March 2026, will improve safety and access for thousands of temple devotees and local residents.