A farmer in Karnataka's Banahatti village lost his life after being engulfed in flames while attempting to extinguish a fire that had spread to his crops. The incident highlights the dangers faced by farmers during dry seasons.
In a shocking incident in Kanpur's Tiwaripur village, an elderly farmer was tied up and threatened at gunpoint by miscreants who stole his buffaloes. Read the full details of the night-long ordeal and police investigation.
A Hindu farmer was brutally shot dead by his landlord in Pakistan's Sindh province. The incident highlights the ongoing persecution of minorities. Read the full report.
Goa Police warns parents about online dangers as fake friend requests and job offers lead to forced labour and exploitation. Learn how to protect your children on National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences urges I&B Ministry to mandate anti-drug videos before films. Also plans screenings on Bengaluru's Namma Metro & buses. Details inside.
The Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announces a series of mass demonstrations across Punjab against 'anti-farmer' policies. Key dates include Lohri protests on Jan 13 and sit-ins on Feb 5.
A 36-year-old farmer and cattle trader, Suresh, died after his pickup truck overturned on Thokkavadi new ring road in Namakkal. The accident occurred while he was transporting a cow. Read the full details.
Patna district administration launches a four-day drive to complete farmer e-KYC and generate digital IDs. This mandatory registry is key for availing PM-Kisan, credit cards, and subsidies. Learn how it works.
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.
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.
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.
Over 2,000 people expected at Mandya's Food Safety Day on Jan 9. Event aims to raise awareness through 14 departmental stalls. Chairman H Krishna urges collective effort.
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.
Mount Carmel School in Zirakpur organized a crucial drug awareness session for students, led by a police inspector. The initiative aimed to educate youth on substance abuse dangers and build a drug-free society. Read more about this vital school program.
Mount Carmel School, Chandigarh, organized a crucial drug abuse awareness session for students in collaboration with the State Legal Services Authority. Learn about the initiative's impact and key messages.
Jharkhand police deploy drones and awareness campaigns in Ranchi, Khunti, Chatra, and Palamu to identify and destroy illegal poppy plantations. Farmers are shifting to legal crops.
Delhi Police is creatively using viral Instagram reels and popular film scenes like 'Dhurandhar' to raise awareness about phone scams and drug abuse, making safety messages relatable. Learn how they're adapting to modern information consumption.
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.
Over 300 students & police in Mohali's anti-drug cycle rally. SSP Sandeep Garg leads initiative, stressing community action against substance abuse. Read more.
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.
HD Kumaraswamy discloses a tragic toll of 2,809 farmer suicides in Karnataka since the 2023-24 fiscal year, highlighting unfulfilled loan promises. Read the full report on the deepening agrarian crisis.
Shocking data reveals over 2800 farmer suicides in Karnataka since 2023-24 FY. Minister cites debt & crop failure as key reasons. Read the full report.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces 2026 as 'Agriculture Year' with the theme 'Prosperous Farmer: Prosperous State'. Focus on tech-driven farming and job creation. Read more.