Farmers Protest Paddy Procurement Delays in Punjab
Angry farmers in Punjab gherao DC offices across multiple districts, demanding immediate paddy procurement amid payment delays. Authorities promise resolution.
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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.
Amritsar Farm Fires Down 56% This Year
Amritsar achieves 56% reduction in farm fires this season through government initiatives and farmer cooperation. Learn how this environmental victory was achieved.
Faridkot SHO Suspended After Councillor Clash
A Station House Officer in Faridkot faces suspension following a physical altercation with a local councillor during a late-night police check, raising serious questions about police conduct and political interference in Punjab.
Ex-Punjab DGP's Wife Booked by CBI in Son Death Case
CBI takes over investigation into mysterious death of ex-Punjab DGP's son in Panchkula. Wife booked as case takes dramatic turn with allegations of evidence destruction.
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.
Punjab's Sand Paradox: Glut in Fields, Mining in Rivers
Punjab faces a curious sand crisis: massive stockpiles lie unused in fields while illegal mining devastates riverbeds. Discover the economic and environmental implications of this growing problem.
Punjab Paddy Yield Crisis: 8 Quintals/Hectare
Shocking results from Punjab's crop cutting experiments show paddy yields have dropped dramatically to just 8 quintals per hectare, raising concerns about agricultural sustainability and farmer livelihoods in India's breadbasket.
Ludhiana Target Killing: Man Shot Dead, Friend Injured
In a chilling targeted attack in Ludhiana's Jhamat village, a 35-year-old man was shot dead while his friend sustained injuries. Punjab Police launch investigation into the execution-style killing.
PAU Wins National Award for Agricultural Mentorship
Punjab Agricultural University honoured with prestigious ICAR award for outstanding mentorship and innovation in agricultural education, reinforcing Punjab's leadership in farming advancements.
Ludhiana Leads Punjab in Paddy Procurement
Ludhiana emerges as Punjab's paddy procurement champion with record 9.5 lakh metric tonnes lifted, showcasing district's agricultural dominance and efficient procurement system.
Fazilka Paddy Crisis: 3-Day Procurement Halt Hits Farmers
Fazilka's farmers face mounting distress as government procurement agencies suspend paddy purchases after meeting targets, leaving harvested crops stranded for three consecutive days.
Punjab's Soil Revival: In-Situ Stubble Solution
Discover how Punjab's shift to in-situ paddy stubble management is not only reducing pollution but also rejuvenating depleted soils, offering a sustainable solution to the annual farm fire crisis.
Punjab Newspaper Crisis: Deliveries Halted
Punjab residents face information blackout as newspaper deliveries stall amid police action against protesting employees. Essential daily reading disrupted across the state.
Punjab Farmer Saves 50% Water with Raised Bed Method
Ludhiana farmer Jagtar Singh Bajwa revolutionizes farming with permanent raised beds, saving water, reducing costs, and boosting yields in Punjab's agricultural landscape.
Punjab DIG Bhullar gets 5-day CBI remand
CBI court grants five-day remand for suspended Punjab DIG Bikramjit Singh Bhullar in corruption case. Get latest updates on the high-profile investigation shaking Punjab police department.
Punjab Engineers Demand Technocrat Leadership for Power Corps
The PSEB Engineers Association urges Punjab government to appoint full-time technical experts to lead PSPCL and PSTCL, warning of operational crisis with current ad-hoc arrangements.
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.
Punjab Farmers: Straw Bales Block Wheat Sowing
Punjab farmers confront agricultural emergency as paddy straw bales remain uncollected, threatening crucial wheat sowing season and raising pollution concerns across the state.
Tript Bajwa resigns from Punjab anti-sacrilege committee
Congress leader Tript Rajinder Singh Bajwa steps down from Punjab Assembly's anti-sacrilege bill committee, citing personal reasons in sudden political move.
Punjab Farm Fire Crisis: Experts Warn of Pollution Spike
Agricultural experts predict a sharp increase in stubble burning cases across Punjab's farming belt, threatening to choke North India with toxic smog as harvesting season peaks.
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.
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.
Punjab Bypolls: AAP's Tarn Taran Test
As Punjab gears up for crucial bypolls, all eyes are on Tarn Taran where AAP aims to defend its assembly seat against formidable opposition from Congress and Akali Dal.
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.
Punjab CM to lay Bikraur College foundation stone in Nov
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces foundation stone laying ceremony for Bikraur Government College in November, marking a significant expansion of educational infrastructure in Amritsar district.
CII Welcomes Punjab's Industrial Reforms, Relief for Business
Confederation of Indian Industry welcomes Punjab government's sweeping reforms eliminating 8,500 compliances and decriminalizing 700 provisions, creating business-friendly environment.
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