Krushna Chandra Behera, 80, highlights the harsh reality of relocation in Odisha. Uprooted by sea erosion, villagers face a 12km trek through crocodile-infested mangroves to farm. Read about the human cost of climate displacement.
India's record foodgrain production of 330.5 million tonnes highlights a critical need: aligning policies and infrastructure with crop diversification goals to ensure sustainable farmer incomes and nutritional security. Read the analysis.
Kanpur's Saras livelihood fair showcased 60 women-led self-help group stalls. UP Speaker Satish Mahana inaugurated, highlighting cultural harmony & women's economic self-reliance. Discover award-winning local products.
Wildlife activists propose community-run safaris in Karnataka to boost local livelihoods and aid forest conservation. The plan targets a 2026 implementation. Read more.
Chhattisgarh govt organised a one-day educational tour on organic farming & tourism for 134 rehabilitated youths in Dantewada. The initiative aims at sustainable livelihoods & social inclusion. Read more.
Over 26,000 agricultural livelihood facilitators are transforming farming in Uttar Pradesh, promoting modern techniques, govt schemes, and women's empowerment. Discover how they are building a self-reliant ecosystem.
Sahana, a transgender woman from Karnataka, is transforming lives by leading a livestock farming collective, providing sustainable income and dignity to her marginalized community. Discover her inspiring journey.
Himachal Pradesh High Court orders immediate closure of a Kangra poultry farm operating 50 metres from homes, ruling the right to a clean environment outweighs the right to livelihood. Read the full legal analysis.
Punjab assembly witnessed a fiery debate rejecting the Centre's new Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act. AAP calls it an 'anti-Dalit conspiracy', Congress demands Delhi protest, while BJP defends it for transparency.
Jharkhand's Palash initiative empowers rural women through SHGs, turning local skills into branded goods. Discover how women are achieving economic independence and creating jobs.
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana secures top spot in PMRF list with 21 fellowships. Discover how this boosts agri-research and India's scientific talent.
Ahead of the 44-day Magh Mela, over 400 women from SHGs are crafting earthen stoves for lakhs of devotees. The event also boosts income for 15,000 families in animal husbandry. Read more.
College of Agriculture Vellayani offers a free 45-day entrepreneurial training programme. Selected candidates can get bank loans up to Rs 20 lakh. Apply online by February 5.
Anand Agricultural University's 22nd convocation saw 589 graduates receive degrees. Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat called for a move to indigenous cow-based agriculture. Read the full report.
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Ludhiana secures top NIRF rank for state agri universities, enters global top 100, and drives farmer-focused innovations in 2025. Discover its key achievements.
India may soon approve its first genome-edited mustard, promising higher oil output. This follows the release of gene-edited rice and marks a strategic shift in agricultural biotechnology. Read more.
Umesh Bhuiyan's income soared from Rs 7,000 to Rs 5 lakh annually after joining Jharkhand's Mukhyamantri Pashudhan Vikas Yojana. Discover how government support is creating self-reliance.
Adani Kattupalli Port's CSR initiative transforms 11 panchayats in Minjur, focusing on livelihood, health & climate. Over 100 disabled individuals benefit. Read more about their impactful community development programs.
MLC Manjunath Bhandary seeks ₹10 crore in 2025-26 budget to upgrade Brahmavar Diploma College to a degree-level institution under KSNUAHS, addressing a long-standing coastal demand. Read the full story.
Karnataka government introduces new rules to streamline the conversion of agricultural land for other purposes, aiming to boost development and reduce bureaucratic hurdles. Learn about the key changes.
Kanpur's Saras Mela, from Jan 4-6 at Moti Jheel Lawn, will showcase self-help groups' products. The fair aims to boost rural marketing and women's economic empowerment. Read details.
Farmers in Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru, protest against delayed and low crop insurance payouts. Officials promise action. Read about the ongoing struggle for fair compensation.
A high-level team from Central Agricultural University, Imphal, visited ICAR-IIVR in Varanasi. They discussed joint projects on natural farming, minor vegetables, and public awareness. Read more.
Discover how ICAR-NBAIR's 'Stingless Bee Village' initiative empowers tribal women in Karnataka, offering high-value honey and ecological benefits. Read the full story.
India and Russia agree to expand agricultural trade, research, and market access. Bilateral farm trade stands at $3.5 billion. New MoU signed to boost cooperation.
Noamundi block in West Singhbhum becomes Jharkhand's first to identify & certify all eligible persons with disabilities, linking them to govt schemes. Discover the SABAL initiative's success.
Eminent agricultural scientist S S Chahal urges focus on water-efficient, nutrient-rich crops to meet India's nutritional security challenge. Details from the BAU Rabi Council meeting inside.
Punjab Agricultural University's College of Agricultural Engineering reunites 250 alumni globally. Event highlights include jubilee celebrations, a global baton relay, and new tech initiatives for smart farming.
Nagpur University and the Bamboo Research Centre sign a 5-year MoU to foster innovation, skill development, and sustainable livelihoods in Vidarbha's bamboo sector. Explore the future of green construction and entrepreneurship.
Punjab Sakhi Shakti Mela 2025 in Sangrur empowers homemakers like Mamta Rani, whose self-help group's turnover surged from ₹20,000 to over ₹2 lakh. Discover how government schemes fuel rural entrepreneurship.