Inland Waterways: Export Boost for Indian Farmers
Former DG Shipping Amitabh Kumar reveals how India's inland waterways can revolutionize agricultural exports, cut logistics costs by 40%, and empower small farmers to reach global markets.
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Farmers fight pink stem borer with stubble burning
Punjab and Haryana farmers resort to stubble burning to combat pink stem borer infestation during wheat sowing season, raising environmental concerns amidst agricultural challenges.
Maharashtra farmers get ₹3-₹21 insurance payout, call it mockery
Maharashtra farmers receive meager compensation of just ₹3 to ₹21 under government crop insurance scheme, calling it a cruel joke amid rising agricultural costs.
Jarange-Patil supports farmers' protest in Maharashtra
Prominent Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil extends crucial support to former MLA Bacchu Kadu's farmers' agitation in Maharashtra, demanding immediate government action on agricultural issues.
Gujarat Crops Destroyed: Unseasonal Rains Hit 10L+ Hectares
Unprecedented unseasonal rainfall wreaks havoc across Gujarat farmlands, destroying crops worth crores. CM Bhupendra Patel initiates urgent damage assessment survey to provide farmer relief.
3 Arhtiyas' Licences Suspended in Sangrur for Malpractice
Punjab's Mandi Board takes strict action against three commission agents in Sangrur for alleged malpractices during wheat procurement season. Details of the suspension and ongoing investigation revealed.
India News Digest: Key Updates for October 30
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From political upheavals to cultural celebrations and sporting triumphs, explore the most compelling visual narratives that defined October 30, 2025, across India and the world.
Jalandhar SDM Urges Farmers on Straw Management
Jalandhar officials push for sustainable straw management solutions as farmers face burning restrictions. Learn about new alternatives and government support.
Ethanol Crisis: ISMA Warns of Financial Strain on Sugar Mills
India's sugar industry faces financial turmoil as reduced ethanol procurement threatens farmer payments and biofuel blending targets. ISMA sounds alarm.
Nagpur Farmers Protest: Bombay HC Orders Vacate Site
Farmers' protest in Nagpur escalates as Bombay High Court directs agitators to vacate protest site. The ongoing demonstration highlights agricultural distress in Maharashtra.
Indian Rice Farmers Gain Global Market Access Through Conference
The upcoming Bharat International Rice Conference promises to revolutionize market access for Indian rice farmers, connecting them directly with global buyers and positioning India as the world's rice bowl.
Koraput Crops Largely Unharmed by Cyclone Remal
Initial assessments in Odisha's Koraput district reveal minimal agricultural damage despite Cyclone Remal's threat. Officials confirm crops largely protected, with detailed surveys underway.
Vijay Slams DMK Over Delta Farmers Crisis
Actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay launches scathing criticism against DMK government for failing Cauvery delta farmers. Read explosive political showdown details.
Farmers' Protest Blocks Samruddhi Highway, Strands Commuters
Massive traffic jam on Samruddhi Expressway as farmers block highway in Nagpur protest. Commuters stranded for hours in major disruption. Latest updates on the agricultural demonstration.
UP hikes sugarcane price by ₹30/quintal, highest since 2017
Uttar Pradesh government announces historic ₹30 per quintal increase in sugarcane SAP, marking the highest price hike since 2017. Major boost for farmers ahead of crushing season.
UP hikes sugarcane price by ₹30/quintal - biggest since 2017
In a major pre-election move, Uttar Pradesh government increases sugarcane procurement price to ₹370 per quintal, delivering massive relief to farmers ahead of crushing season.
Nagpur Farmers Block Highways, Rail Tracks in Loan Waiver Protest
Maharashtra farmers intensify protest with highway blockade and rail roko agitation in Nagpur, demanding complete loan waiver and government action on pending promises.
UP hikes sugarcane price by ₹30/quintal - Historic move!
In a landmark decision, the Uttar Pradesh government has increased sugarcane prices by ₹30 per quintal, marking the highest-ever hike in the state's history. Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi calls it a 'golden day' for farmers.
GST Cut Makes Farming Tools More Affordable for Farmers
STIHL India welcomes recent GST reduction on agricultural equipment, making advanced farming technology accessible to small and marginal farmers across India.
Maharashtra Govt Gets Wednesday Noon Deadline for Farmer Loan Waiver
Former MLA Bacchu Kadu gives Maharashtra government until Wednesday noon to decide on farmers' loan waiver demands. Political tensions rise as thousands of farmers await relief.
Karnataka Farmers Protest Devadari Land Survey
Tensions escalate in Karnataka as farmers and villagers clash with authorities over controversial land survey at Devadari site. Local communities fear displacement from ancestral lands amid archaeological investigations.
Doddaballapur Farmers Protest Forced Land Acquisition
Hundreds of farmers in Doddaballapur stage massive protest against compulsory land acquisition for industrial corridor, demanding fair compensation and transparency in the process.
BKU Demands CBI Probe in Karnal Paddy Procurement Scandal
Bharatiya Kisan Union escalates pressure for CBI investigation into alleged irregularities in paddy procurement across Karnal district, citing massive farmer exploitation.
Bengaluru Business Corridor: Win-Win for Farmers, Says Govt
Karnataka government defends the contentious 73-km Bengaluru Business Corridor project, promising fair compensation, job opportunities, and urban development benefits for affected farmers while addressing environmental concerns.
Maharashtra Farmers Storm Nagpur Demanding Loan Waiver
Activist Bacchu Kadu leads thousands of farmers in Nagpur protest, demanding full loan waiver and immediate government action on agricultural crisis.
Punjab CM Mann: BJP blaming farmers for Delhi pollution
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann slams BJP for blaming Punjab farmers for Delhi's air pollution crisis, calling it a political conspiracy to tarnish the state's agricultural community.
Kerala parties, NRIs oppose hasty SIR land move
Kerala witnesses rare political unity as parties and NRIs voice strong opposition to government's swift SIR land acquisition initiative, raising concerns over farmer rights and transparency.
Maharashtra Ministers Clash Over Delayed Farmer Relief
Maharashtra cabinet ministers clash over delayed financial aid for farmers as Deputy CM Fadnavis demands immediate action on pending relief packages worth thousands of crores.
Late Monsoon Rains Destroy India's Crops
Unseasonal late monsoon downpours have devastated standing crops across India, pushing farmers into financial distress and threatening food security. Learn how this climate anomaly is impacting agriculture.
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