Around 7,000 farmers held a mahapanchayat in Hanumangarh against a proposed ethanol plant, citing groundwater contamination risks. Rakesh Tikait joined the protest as authorities formed an investigation committee.
Farmer leaders in Hanumangarh demand cancellation of ethanol plant MoU, set Jan 7 deadline for action. Key leaders Rakesh Tikait, Chaduni, Ugrahan lead protest.
Farmers in Hanumangarh demand the cancellation of a proposed ethanol plant, citing health and environmental risks. A major protest sets a January 2026 deadline for the state government.
Ganganagar MP Kuldeep Indora met Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, raising serious concerns over the proposed ethanol factory in Tibbi, Hanumangarh. Farmers' interests and water security are non-negotiable. Read more.
Farmer leaders from Punjab, Haryana, and other states will join a major protest in Rajasthan's Hanumangarh on December 17 against a proposed ethanol plant, citing severe groundwater depletion fears. Internet services have been suspended.
Rajasthan's Kisan Mahapanchayat postpones Annadata Hunkar rally to December 30. The move follows unproductive negotiations with the state government over unmet demands. Read the full story.
Sangaria police arrested two smugglers, seized 3.8kg heroin & foreign pistols dropped by drone from Pakistan. Read about the major cross-border crackdown.
Hanumangarh police arrest two smugglers, recover 3.8kg heroin & foreign pistols dropped by drone from Pakistan. International value Rs 15 crore. Read the full investigation details.