High Moisture Hits Andhra Paddy, Farmers Face Price Cuts
Andhra Pradesh paddy farmers battle high moisture levels post-cyclones, leading to slow procurement and distress sales. Learn about the crisis impacting harvests and prices.
Andhra Pradesh paddy farmers battle high moisture levels post-cyclones, leading to slow procurement and distress sales. Learn about the crisis impacting harvests and prices.
Amritsar police arrested two drug peddlers in separate raids, seizing heroin and cash. The crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to combat the drug menace in Punjab. Read the full details.
A New York resident faces federal charges for allegedly smuggling Indian nationals across the US-Canada border. Discover the details of the cross-border smuggling operation and its legal consequences.
A New York woman faces charges for a smuggling scheme moving Indian nationals from Canada into the US. Learn about the case and the national crackdown.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
Hulimavu police chased a red sandalwood smuggler 137 km to Tamil Nadu, seizing 1,143 kg of logs and exposing a major syndicate. Read the full details of the high-speed pursuit and investigation.
Bhola Jaiswal, father of absconding kingpin Shubham Jaiswal, sent to jail in Sonbhadra. Police expand probe to 118 medicine firms in UP for codeine syrup smuggling via fake billing. Read for details.
Hulimavu police pursued a red sandalwood smuggler from Bengaluru to Tirupathur, seizing over 1,100 kg of logs and uncovering a major interstate smuggling operation. Read the full details of the high-speed chase and investigation.
Punjab's rice millers, grappling with flood-damaged paddy, now face delays due to new fortified rice kernel pretesting. The state seeks a 25 LMT non-fortified rice quota to avoid extension requests. Read more.
Bengaluru police crack down on red sandalwood smuggling, arresting three and seizing 1.5 tonnes of contraband. Details on the interstate operation and ongoing investigations.
A new study reveals Delhi's severe smog hours tripled after Punjab & Haryana's 2009 groundwater policy. Learn the link between paddy cultivation and toxic air.
Prayagraj's paddy procurement sees major boost with 161 centres & faster MSP payments. Over 4,400 farmers already paid Rs 4,701 lakh. Read about the new OTP-based system.
Japanese firm Toppan Speciality Films signs Rs 400 crore investment pact with Punjab, plans a skilling centre. CM Bhagwant Mann announces deal during Japan visit ahead of 2026 Investors' Summit.
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in advanced manufacturing, mobility & renewable energy. He highlights the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit for collaboration.
Officials assess cyclone-hit samba & thaladi crops across 4 Tamil Nadu districts. Farmers with >33% damage to get ₹20,000/hectare relief. Survey via mobile app aims for swift aid.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a major e-cigarette smuggling network in Tuticorin, seizing goods worth Rs 10.42 crore and arresting three individuals. Read the full investigation details.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a high-level delegation to Japan and South Korea for investor outreach ahead of the Progressive Punjab Summit. The mission aims to boost economic ties and engage with the diaspora.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema refutes Himachal CM Sukhu's claim that drugs enter via Punjab, highlighting Himachal's internal failures and Punjab's anti-drug campaign results. Read the full political spat.
Amritsar police dismantle a Pakistan-linked arms smuggling module, arresting two operatives and seizing seven sophisticated pistols. Details on the cross-border operation inside.
Discover how Punjab achieved a 94% reduction in stubble burning through a multi-pronged strategy involving CRM machines, FIRs, and a circular economy. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan plans to replicate this model nationwide.
Ganjam district launches paddy procurement from Dec 23 with 36.53 quintal target. 1.56 lakh farmers registered for the process across 476 mandis. Learn key details.
Sonbhadra police arrested two alleged cattle smugglers after exchange of fire. Seven cattle rescued, weapons seized. Read the full investigation details.
Cyclone Ditwah submerges over 1 lakh acres of samba and thaladi paddy in Trichy delta region. Farmers demand national calamity declaration and central assessment team for relief funds.
Punjab Police reveals concrete evidence of Kanchanpreet Kaur's involvement in husband's criminal network. Key arrests made in Amritsar drug and weapon smuggling case.
Punjab Police intercept drone carrying 8kg heroin from Pakistan near Fazilka border. Two arrested in major counter-drug operation. Read details.
Former Olympic boxer Ryan Wedding led a massive Indo-Canadian drug smuggling network, moving cocaine and heroin across continents. Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking details.
Punjab cabinet approves empanelment of 300 specialist doctors, new border area incentives, GPS mining vehicle tracking & revised tender limits to boost public services.
Uttar Pradesh government's paddy procurement drive shows remarkable success with 8.28 lakh metric tonnes purchased from 1.39 lakh farmers. CM Yogi ensures 48-hour payments and transparent system. #UttarPradesh #Farmers
RGIA Hyderabad becomes frontline in India's fight against hydroponic cannabis smuggling from Southeast Asia. Discover how smugglers are targeting air travelers.