Banned Insecticide Still Sold After Yavatmal Farmer Deaths
An insecticide banned in 2025 after 35 farmer deaths in 2017 continues to be illegally sold in India. Experts demand urgent enforcement of the ban to protect agricultural workers.
An insecticide banned in 2025 after 35 farmer deaths in 2017 continues to be illegally sold in India. Experts demand urgent enforcement of the ban to protect agricultural workers.
Bihar agriculture minister urges 75 lakh farmers to register on farmer-registry portal from Jan 6-9. Registration is mandatory to continue receiving Kisan Samman Nidhi benefits under new Agri-Stack Project.
Kishor Tiwari reveals 2,009 farmer suicides in Vidarbha for 2025, accusing BJP and all political parties of silence on agrarian distress. Read the full report.
The Joint Action Committee in Punjab has initiated a massive statewide protest against the state government's proposed power reforms, demanding the withdrawal of the Electricity Amendment Bill 2024. Learn about the demands and impact.
A violent protest against a coal mining project in Chhattisgarh's Tamnar saw a woman constable's clothes torn. Two individuals arrested following the December 27 incident. Read the full report.
A woman police constable was stripped & assaulted during a violent anti-mining protest in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh on Dec 27. The video sparked outrage. Read details.
A major Rs 450-crore ethanol project in Hanumangarh is set to relocate to Madhya Pradesh following intense farmer protests over pollution fears. The move halts a key investment in Rajasthan's green fuel sector. Read the full story.
A major Rs 450-crore ethanol project in Hanumangarh is relocating to Madhya Pradesh after farmer protests over pollution fears. Get the full story on the halted operations and the reasons behind the move.
Congress NSUI activists marched in Bhopal against the proposed cutting of 8000 trees for a road project. State chief Jitu Patwari warned of environmental damage. Join the conversation on conservation.
Indian & Bangladeshi Hindus protested in London over minority killings. BHAS UK organised the peaceful demo, chanting Hanuman Chalisa & playing Bangladesh's anthem. Read more.
Former Haryana Minister and Kisan Sabha demand compensation for farmers facing crop damage due to severe waterlogging. Read about the protests and official response.
Frustrated by delayed payments, Haveri sugarcane farmers are shifting to jaggery production, boosting local markets and challenging sugar mills. Explore the economic shift.
Haryana launches a unique 12-digit ID for farmers to ensure direct benefit transfer, prevent fraud, and integrate agricultural schemes. Learn how this initiative will transform subsidy delivery.
A 70-year-old farmer collapsed and died after pleading his case at a grama sabha in Mandadam village. The meeting addressed grievances over the land pooling scheme for road widening in Andhra Pradesh's capital region.
An 80-year-old woman collapsed and died during a DMK-led protest in Annur against the Union government's VB-GRamG Bill. Details on the incident and police case.
A TOI probe reveals private moneylenders in Maharashtra's suicide belt get licences easily, as farm distress pushes farmers to extremes. Read the full investigation.
KRRS President Badagalapura Nagendra calls for farmer-labour-Dalit unity in Mysuru, criticizes Centre & state over farm laws, land grabs, and unfulfilled promises. Read the full report.
A Karnataka farmer's innovative model of combining solar power generation with agriculture yields Rs 1.2 crore annual income. Discover how this sustainable approach is being promoted by CM Siddaramaiah.
Members of VHP and Bajrang Dal staged a protest at the Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi, condemning the lynching of a Hindu man. Police intervened as tensions rose. Read the full report.
Tamil Nadu farmer leader P R Pandian released on bail after Madras HC stays his 13-year sentence. He claims his arrest was to aid corporate takeover of Cauvery delta. Read more.
Opposition INDIA bloc announces nationwide protests against Vande Bharat Act and Ram G Act. AAP, Congress leaders to lead demonstrations. Get the latest updates.
A long-standing water dispute between two villages in Ujjain escalated, leading to a major road blockade. Police have registered a case against 15 individuals. Read the full story for details on the conflict and official response.
Ludhiana farmers submit memorandum to President, demanding intervention for Tamil Nadu farmer leaders sentenced to 13 years over a 2015 ONGC protest. Read about the nationwide solidarity.
Kerala govt & World Bank launch KERA project to forge 150 alliances between farmer companies & agri-businesses. Grants up to 60% (max Rs 2 Cr) available. Apply by Dec 31.
A debt-ridden farmer from Chandrapur was allegedly advised by a moneylender to sell a kidney. Police confirm he has only one kidney. Read the shocking details.
The Gujarat government has suspended the formation of the Himmatnagar Urban Development Authority following strong opposition from farmers in 11 villages over land acquisition fears. Read the full story.
Farmer leaders in Hanumangarh demand cancellation of ethanol plant MoU, set Jan 7 deadline for action. Key leaders Rakesh Tikait, Chaduni, Ugrahan lead protest.
A marginal farmer from Chandrapur was forced to sell his kidney after illegal moneylenders charged 40% monthly interest, trapping him in a Rs 74 lakh debt. Police have registered a case and arrested six accused. Read the full story.
A recent decline in farmer suicides offers a fragile pause. This editorial argues for urgent, systemic action to transform this moment into a true turning point for Indian agriculture.
A desperate farmer from Maharashtra's Beed district sold his kidney to repay a loan. This shocking case highlights the deepening agrarian crisis and financial distress in rural India. Read the full story.