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.
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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.
Karnataka's Seed Bank Revolution Transforming Farming
Discover how a Karnataka farmer's innovative seed preservation initiative is empowering local communities, preserving biodiversity, and creating sustainable farming practices across the region.
Amul, IFFCO Shine in Global Cooperative Rankings
Indian dairy giant Amul and fertilizer cooperative IFFCO achieve top global rankings, earning praise from PM Modi for showcasing India's cooperative strength worldwide.
AI System Predicts Farm Threats on Mobile Phones
Indian agriculture gets a tech boost with Krishi DSS - an AI-powered platform delivering real-time alerts for pest outbreaks, droughts, and crop diseases directly to farmers' smartphones.
Cyclone Montha Ravages Krishna District: Complete Damage Report
Severe cyclonic storm Montha leaves trail of destruction across Krishna district, devastating crops, fishing industry and critical infrastructure. Complete damage assessment underway.
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.
Bangladesh signs $1 billion US soybean deal
Bangladeshi companies sign landmark agreement to purchase American soybeans worth USD 1 billion, strengthening bilateral trade relations between the two nations.
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.
Karnataka in talks to solve sugarcane farmers crisis
Karnataka's Women & Child Development Minister Hebbalkar reveals ongoing high-level negotiations to address sugarcane farmers' long-standing issues including fair pricing and timely payments.
Ambala Farmers Seek Probe Into Rice Mill Arrivals
Ambala farmers raise alarm over suspicious rice procurement patterns, demanding government investigation into mill operations and supply chain discrepancies.
72-Hour Deadline for Jharkhand Farmers After Cyclone Remal
Jharkhand government issues urgent 72-hour deadline for farmers to report cyclone Remal damage and secure insurance compensation. Critical window for financial relief.
Jharkhand Minister Addresses Crop Damage Crisis
Jharkhand Agriculture Minister Badal Patralekh addresses widespread agricultural devastation caused by heavy rainfall and cyclonic storms, revealing compensation plans for affected farmers.
Gujarat farmers urge minister to restore canal water supply
Farmers in Ahmedabad district appeal to Gujarat's Water Minister to reverse decision halting water supply in Right Bank Canal, citing threat to standing crops during critical growth phase.
Karnal paddy procurement scam: 4 booked including market secretary
Explosive corruption case rocks Haryana as Karnal market committee secretary and three others booked for paddy procurement fraud during 2022-23 season. Shocking details emerge.
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.
Government Guarantees Urea Supply for Kharif 2025
Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers Mansukh Mandaviya assures farmers of sufficient urea availability for upcoming planting season, addressing nationwide concerns about fertilizer shortages.
India Needs Nutrition Revolution Through Innovation
Exclusive: India's former chief scientist Dr. R.B. Singh reveals bold roadmap for nutrition security through cutting-edge technology and international cooperation.
India's Farms: Feeding Today, Poisoning Tomorrow
India faces a critical dilemma as its agricultural practices feed millions today while creating an environmental catastrophe for tomorrow. Discover the hidden costs of our food production system.
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.
India's Urea Crisis: Farmer Woes & Food Price Fears
India faces a looming urea scarcity due to global supply disruptions, rising prices, and domestic production challenges. Learn how this fertilizer crisis could impact agriculture, food security, and your wallet.
Karnal Paddy Scam: Police Seek Rice Mill CCTV Evidence
Karnal police intensify investigation into alleged paddy procurement irregularities, seeking crucial CCTV evidence from local rice mills to uncover massive scam.
India Coffee Exports Surge 40% to $1.8B
India's coffee industry is experiencing unprecedented growth with exports skyrocketing 40% to reach $1.8 billion in FY25, marking the fourth consecutive year of impressive expansion. Discover how Indian coffee is conquering global markets.
India Coffee Exports Hit $1.8B in FY25
Indian coffee exports continue their impressive growth streak for the fourth consecutive year, reaching USD 1.8 billion in FY25, driven by robust European demand and premium quality beans.
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