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.
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UP STF Busts Drug Syndicate, Seizes 635.5 Kg Ganja
UP STF arrests 5 members of international drug trafficking network, seizes 635.5 kg ganja worth ₹1.5 crore near Gorakhpur. Nepal-Bihar-UP route exposed. Read the full investigation details.
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.
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.
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.
DRI Ludhiana seizes 103 kg ganja, arrests 2 in car bust
Ludhiana DRI intercepts car with 103 kg ganja concealed in false floor compartments. Two arrested in major drug bust near ICD GRFL. Read full details.
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.
BSF woman constable catches ganja smuggler at border
BSF woman constable Banita Jena single-handedly chased and apprehended a Bangladeshi ganja smuggler at North 24 Parganas border. Read about this brave operation.
Silchar Police Seize 3 Quintals Ganja Worth Rs 50 Lakh
Silchar police confiscated over 3 quintals of ganja worth Rs 50 lakh from a Tripura-registered pick-up van on NH 8. Driver escaped after chase. Investigation ongoing.
Himachal Farmers Demand Stone Fruit Nurseries in PPP
Himachal Pradesh farmers advocate for PPP model stone fruit nurseries to boost apple cultivation and agricultural diversification. Learn how this initiative could transform regional horticulture.
Karnataka's Tunnel Man & Fruit Pioneers Win Horticulture Awards
Discover the inspiring stories of Karnataka's horticultural heroes - from the tunnel farming innovator to guava and jackfruit pioneers - recognized for transforming Indian agriculture.
Grow Banana Plants Without Seeds: Complete Guide
Discover the revolutionary seedless method to grow healthy banana plants in your Indian backyard. Learn step-by-step techniques using suckers for guaranteed success!
Punjab Farm Fires Jump 78% Amid Wheat Sowing Rush
Punjab faces agricultural crisis as farmers rush to clear paddy fields through stubble burning, with wheat sowing deadline approaching and farm fires surging dramatically across the state.
Security forces destroy 30 acres of poppy in Manipur
In a major crackdown on drug cultivation, Indian security forces have destroyed poppy crops spanning 30 acres across Manipur's Kangpokpi district. The coordinated operation marks a significant blow to illegal narcotics production in the troubled region.
Andhra Police destroy ₹5.21cr drugs, expose terror links
Andhra Pradesh police incinerate massive narcotics seizure worth over ₹5 crore in Visakhapatnam as DGP reveals shocking connection between drug traffickers and terrorist funding.
Odisha Police seize 60kg liquid ganja in major drug bust
In a significant anti-narcotics operation, Malkangiri police confiscated 60 kilograms of liquid cannabis worth lakhs, arresting one suspect in a major blow to drug trafficking networks in Odisha.
₹17 Crore Ganja Seized in Malkangiri, 3 Arrested
Odisha police strike big against drug trade with massive ganja seizure worth ₹17 crore in Malkangiri district. Three suspects arrested in coordinated anti-narcotics operation.
India's Coffee Journey: From Bean to Global Brew
Explore the rich history, geographical significance, and key facts about India's coffee industry that every UPSC aspirant should know. Discover how Indian coffee became global!
Bengaluru Customs Seizes 1.5kg Hydro Ganja in Baggage
In a major drug bust, Bengaluru Customs officials seized 1.5 kg of hydroponically grown marijuana cleverly concealed in a passenger's baggage. Discover how authorities uncovered this sophisticated smuggling operation.
Punjab CM Flags Off Wheat Seed Trucks for Farmers
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann launches distribution of high-quality wheat seeds to farmers across the state, reinforcing government's commitment to agricultural prosperity.
Odisha OKs ₹1523 Cr Crop Diversification for Farmers
Odisha government approves massive ₹1523 crore scheme to transform agriculture through crop diversification, benefiting 2 lakh farmers across 177 blocks with focus on millets and cash crops.
Goa Rains Threaten Paddy Harvest: Farmers in Crisis
Unexpected heavy rainfall in Canacona, Goa has put the region's paddy harvest at serious risk. Farmers face potential crop damage and financial losses as unseasonal showers continue to batter ready-to-harvest fields during peak season.
441 KG Ganja Seized in Simdega, One Arrested
In a significant anti-narcotics operation, Jharkhand Police confiscated 441 kilograms of cannabis in Simdega and arrested one suspect. The massive seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.
Kumaraswamy Urges Farmers: Grow Pulses with Paddy & Ragi
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy champions agricultural diversification in Karnataka, urging farmers to grow pulses alongside traditional crops for better income and soil health.
Science Revolutionizes Himachal Apple Farming
Discover how Himachal Pradesh farmers are embracing cutting-edge scientific methods to revolutionize apple cultivation, from precision farming to climate-resilient techniques that promise superior quality and quantity.
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