Paddy procurement starts in Ganjam with 476 centres
Paddy procurement begins in Ganjam district with 476 centres. Over 1000 women from SHGs to manage the process. Farmers seek purchase of rain-affected crops.
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Karnataka Farmer Earns Rs 1.2 Crore via Solar & Farming
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.
Nagpur University Faces Heat Over Exam, Result Delays
Nagpur University Senate members urge immediate action on delayed exams and results, citing student anxiety. VC promises pre-declared timetable from next year. Read the full report.
Bhopal's SOS-Awadhpuri Road Construction Resumes After Delay
Construction on Bhopal's crucial SOS-Awadhpuri tri-section road restarted after a TOI report highlighted public distress. BMC promises completion in weeks.
Farmers forced to sell paddy below MSP in Kendrapada
Kendrapada farmers are selling paddy for as low as Rs 2,400/quintal, far below the Rs 3,100 govt price, due to delayed procurement starting Jan 9. Read about the crisis.
MGNREGA Funding Crisis Cartoon Sparks Debate
A powerful political cartoon critiques the MGNREGA funding crisis, highlighting rural distress and delayed wages. Explore the implications for India's rural employment guarantee scheme.
Kanpur Man Kills Son, Commits Suicide Over Distress
A Kanpur man killed his 22-year-old son before taking his own life. A suicide note cited extreme emotional distress. Police investigation is ongoing.
Farmers in Ludhiana Protest 13-Year Jail Term for TN Leaders
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.
HC Seeks Full Details on Vidarbha Cotton Procurement
Bombay High Court orders CCI to disclose exact cotton procurement data from Vidarbha, highlighting a severe shortage of operational centers. Farmers face distress sales due to inadequate infrastructure. Full report by Dec 23.
Kerala's KERA Project Offers Grants to Link Farmers with Markets
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.
Food Delivery Jobs Up 27%, But Distress Hidden in Gig Economy
India's food delivery sector added 290,000 jobs, but experts warn of long hours and low pay. New social security rules may offer a safety net for gig workers. Read more.
Chandrapur farmer offered kidney sale to clear loan
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.
Farmer Sells Kidney to Repay Rs 74 Lakh Debt in Maharashtra
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.
Farmer Suicides: A Fragile Pause in a Tragic Cycle
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.
Farmer Sells Kidney to Clear Rs 1 Lakh Debt in Maharashtra
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.
2,809 Farmer Suicides in Karnataka Since 2023-24
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.
Class 9 student dies by suicide in Gurgaon home
A 14-year-old girl from Bihar died by suicide in her Gurgaon residence. Police found no foul play; the teen had shown mental distress after an appendix surgery. Read the full investigation details.
Karnataka Farmer Suicides: Over 2800 Deaths Since 2023-24
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.
Himachal's Dry Spell Worries Farmers, Orchardists
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh threatens apple orchards and rabi crops. Farmers face significant losses as experts warn of severe impact. Read more.
Chhattisgarh Congress Boycotts House Over Paddy Mismanagement
Chhattisgarh Congress boycotts assembly, alleging severe paddy procurement mismanagement by BJP govt, causing farmer distress. Details on registration woes and pending land records inside.
Maharashtra Winter Session: Opposition Boycotts Over Farmer Issues
Maharashtra's winter session begins with opposition boycott over agrarian crisis, unpaid compensation, and stalled loan waivers. Key issues include farmer suicides and crop damage. Read more.
Hyderabad Airport Luggage Crisis: Passengers in Distress
IndiGo passengers face a luggage nightmare at Hyderabad's RGIA, with bags missing for up to 4 days. Read about the ordeal and the aviation ministry's directive.
Maharashtra Winter Session starts with no LoP
Maharashtra's Winter Session commences on December 8 without a Leader of Opposition as the Opposition boycotts the CM's tea meeting, highlighting agrarian distress. Get the latest updates.
Mohol Promises Action Against IndiGo for Flight Chaos
Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol pledges action against IndiGo after DGCA report on flight cancellations causing passenger distress. Read about the crisis and government response.
Maharashtra Winter Session starts without LoP
Maharashtra's Winter Session commences on November 8 with no Leader of Opposition as the Opposition boycotts the CM's tea meeting over agrarian distress. Get the latest updates.
IndiGo Chaos: 19 Flights Cancelled at Ahmedabad Airport
IndiGo's operational crisis caused 19 flight cancellations at Ahmedabad's SVPI Airport, leaving passengers in distress. Read about the DGCA's intervention and the impact on travellers.
MP Declares 2026 as 'Agriculture Year'
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.
Lucknow man dies by suicide over hair loss distress
A 28-year-old vegetable seller from Lucknow's Kakori died by suicide in the Gomti river, distressed by rapid hair thinning. His body was found after five days. Read the full story.
Bapunagar Youth Drinks Rat Poison Over Loan Harassment
A 19-year-old labourer in Ahmedabad attempted suicide after alleged harassment by money lenders. The FIR details high-interest loans and threats. Read the full report.
ECI dismisses SIR distress as politically motivated
Despite mounting evidence of public distress, the Election Commission of India insists complaints about the SIR are political. The human cost must not be overlooked. Read the full analysis.
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