Punjab Groundwater Extraction Hits Alarming 156%
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
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Two Held with 100 Kg Poppy Husk in Daltonganj
Palamu police arrested two men from UP with one quintal of poppy husk on NH-39. The contraband, valued at Rs 8 lakh, was seized during a vehicle check. Read the full details of the NDPS Act case.
Sand shortage cripples Rs multi-crore hospital project in Palamu
A severe sand shortage in Jharkhand has halted construction of Daltonganj's 500-bed Medinirai Medical College. The project, delayed since 2019, now misses its 2025 deadline, impacting healthcare services.
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.
Rs 48 Crore Unclaimed in Palamu Bank Accounts for 10 Years
Over 98,000 bank accounts with Rs 48.83 crore remain unclaimed in Palamu district for 10 years. RBI holds funds as government launches campaign to reunite money with rightful owners.
Khair Timber Seized in Palamu, 3 Arrested
Rehla police station personnel seized a massive khair timber consignment and arrested three individuals in Palamu district. The timber's value ranges between Rs 65-75 per kg. Read more about this major crackdown.
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.
Russell's Viper Rescued in Palamu, Released in Forest
A 4-foot Russell's viper was rescued from a Palamu village house. The forest team released it in Nawa forests. Learn about the snake-bite risks in the region.
UP Farmers Advised to Grow High-Value Spices & Medicinal Crops
UP's Horticulture Minister urges farmers to adopt spice & medicinal cultivation for higher income. India's spice market, valued at ₹2 lakh crore, is set to hit ₹5 lakh crore by 2033. Learn how farmers can benefit.
508kg Opium Seized in Balotra After 14km Police Chase
Balotra police arrested a smuggler and recovered 508kg illegal opium poppy husk after dramatic 14km chase near Pakistan border. Read the full details of the operation.
Bantwal woman cheated of Rs 70 lakh in subsidy scam
A woman from Karnataka's Bantwal lost Rs 70 lakh after fraudsters promised subsidy for jasmine cultivation. Police investigation underway. Learn how to avoid such scams.
55 Officers Trained in Advanced Orchard Management
Himachal Pradesh horticulture department trains 55 extension officers in advanced orchard management techniques to boost apple production and quality.
India's First Mutant Banana Variety Developed by BARC
BARC creates India's first mutant banana variety with enhanced traits. This agricultural breakthrough promises better yields and disease resistance for farmers nationwide.
Rabi Sowing Area Expected to Exceed Last Year
India's rabi season sowing shows promising growth with area expected to surpass last year's levels. Government reports increased wheat and pulses cultivation. Discover the agricultural trends shaping food security.
18 Acres of Illegal Poppy Destroyed in Manipur
Manipur police destroy nearly 18 acres of illegal poppy cultivation in Kangpokpi district. Major crackdown on narcotics production continues in the region.
Tungabhadra Dam Repairs Risk Rabi Paddy Crop Loss
Karnataka farmers face rabi crop crisis as Tungabhadra dam's new gate installation delays water release. Critical irrigation timeline missed, threatening paddy cultivation.
Drug peddler arrested with 6kg opium in Daltonganj
Police arrested Abhishek Kumar with 6kg opium worth ₹32 lakh at Daltonganj railway station. The consignment was destined for Punjab or Rajasthan. Read the full details.
Betla National Park Safari Draws 5000+ Visitors
Jungle safari at Betla National Park sees overwhelming response with 5,192 tourists since October 5. PTR authorities plan expansion with more vehicles to meet growing demand during holiday season.
Palamu ACB nabs official for taking bribe in mutation case
Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests Chainpur circle office assistant Binod Ram for accepting ₹5,500 bribe for mutation document. Official caught red-handed in trap operation.
Youth Dies by Suicide on Tracks in Daltonganj
A 25-year-old man, Ranjit Vishwakarma, died by suicide after jumping before a train near Daltonganj. Police cite marital strife and depression as possible causes.
Maoist Squad Spotted in Palamu Tiger Reserve, Police Hunt On
Latehar police launch a major operation in Palamu Tiger Reserve forests after a Maoist squad was sighted. Joint teams are scouring the area to nab five identified extremists. Read more.
Missing 8-year-old boy found dead in Daltonganj well
The body of 8-year-old Vivek Verma, missing since Monday, was discovered in a well in Daltonganj. Police suspect accidental drowning. Read the full heartbreaking story.
Punjab's Water Crisis: 78% Groundwater Over-Exploited
Punjab faces severe water crisis with 78% groundwater blocks over-exploited. Farmers struggle as water table drops 0.5 meters yearly. Urgent action needed to save India's breadbasket.
India's Coffee Board Aims to Double Production by 2047
India's Coffee Board unveils ambitious plan to double coffee production to 7 lakh tonnes by 2047, focusing on quality improvement and farmer support. Discover how this vision will transform India's coffee industry.
Tribal Women Become First Female Guides at Palamu Tiger Reserve
Four tribal women from Palamu Tiger Reserve villages make history as first female tourist guides, boosting conservation and women empowerment in Jharkhand. Discover their inspiring journey.
530+ Acres of Illicit Poppy Destroyed in Manipur
Joint security forces destroyed over 530 acres of illegal poppy cultivation in Manipur during a five-day operation. Major crackdown targets drug trade infrastructure.
Palamu's Poppy Farmers Turn to Legal Crops
Palamu district witnesses historic shift as illegal poppy growers embrace mustard, potatoes & pulses. Police outreach and court sentences drive agricultural transformation in Kekargarh.
Maharashtra Cotton Farming Area Declines Sharply
Maharashtra's cotton cultivation shrinks by 4.59 lakh hectares as high labor costs push farmers to soybean. Production expected to fall to 87.63 lakh bales in 2024-25. Read full analysis.
New Aroma Mission Unit Inaugurated in Meghalaya Village
Meghalaya Aroma Mission launches Field Distillation Unit in Phlangwanbroi, empowering farmers with lemongrass cultivation and value-added agriculture for better livelihoods.
Meghan Markle's Poppy Snub Sparks Royal Backlash
Meghan Markle faces criticism for not wearing Remembrance Day poppy while attending Kris Jenner's birthday. Royal experts question her use of Duchess title.
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