Rain in Amritsar Brings Cheer to Farmers
Light showers in Amritsar and parts of Punjab bring much-needed relief to farmers and residents, breaking the intense heatwave. The weather shift improves conditions for the upcoming paddy sowing season.
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IMD Forecast: Colder Days, Dense Fog to Grip North India
IMD predicts colder temperatures and dense fog across North India, disrupting travel. January 2026 temps likely below normal, impacting rabi crops. Get the full forecast details here.
Colder January Forecast Lifts India's Winter Crop Prospects
India's IMD forecasts a colder January, aiding key rabi crops like wheat. This weather shift promises higher yields and could ease food inflation. Read the full forecast analysis.
Rajkot, Saurashtra-Kutch hit by unseasonal rain
Unseasonal rainfall in Rajkot and Saurashtra-Kutch disrupted New Year plans, causing waterlogging and traffic chaos. Farmers fear crop damage. IMD forecasts more showers.
Zero Rain in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh: Driest December in Decades
Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh recorded 0 mm rainfall in December 2025, a 100% deficit. Meteorologists warn of severe stress on groundwater and rabi crops like wheat and mustard. Read more.
UP Minister Warns of FIRs for Fertiliser Irregularities
Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi warns of strict action, including FIRs and licence cancellation, against forced tagging and overpricing of fertilisers. Read the full story.
8.85L Odisha Farmers in PM Crop Insurance, Rs 2580 Cr Paid
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reveals 8.85 lakh Odisha farmers enrolled in PMFBY with Rs 2580 crore claims paid. New tech modules ensure transparency and timely settlements.
44 Booked in UP Crop Insurance Fraud Involving Landless Farmers
Major fraud uncovered in Farrukhabad as Rs 68 lakh was illegally paid to landless farmers under PM's Crop Insurance Scheme. 44 individuals, including bank managers, booked. Read the full investigation details.
Rabi sowing hits 61.4 mn ha; pulses, oilseeds area up
India's rabi sowing reaches 61.4 million hectares, with pulses and oilseeds showing significant gains. Wheat area remains steady. Get the latest crop data and analysis.
Record Foodgrain Production Expected in 2025-26
India's agriculture sector is poised for record foodgrain production in 2025-26, driven by strong monsoons and GST cuts on farm inputs. Discover the key figures and policy impacts shaping the sector's future.
Rajasthan Kinnow Farmers Await Cold Wave for Sweetness, Profits
Farmers in Sriganganagar & Hanumangarh face losses as warm December hampers kinnow quality. A cold spell is crucial to boost sugar content and salvage prices. Read more.
Ludhiana wheat cultivation area falls, farmers opt for cash crops
Ludhiana sees a 4000-hectare decline in wheat cultivation over four years as farmers pivot to profitable cash crops like potatoes and maize. Agriculture department data reveals the shifting trends. Explore the reasons and implications.
Bihar's 'Zero Office Day' to Inspect Fertiliser Trade
Bihar's agriculture department mandates weekly inspections of fertiliser traders to prevent hoarding and black marketing, ensuring adequate supply for Rabi season. Read more.
Bihar's 2-Day Fertiliser Drive to Check Irregularities at Outlets
Bihar agriculture department launches intensive drive to check fertiliser stock mismatches at retail outlets, ensuring availability for farmers in the rabi season. 31 FIRs lodged, 83 licenses cancelled.
Dense Fog, Cold Wave to Grip North and East India
IMD forecasts dense fog and cold waves across northern and eastern India, disrupting travel. However, agricultural experts confirm the weather is boosting rabi crop sowing, with area up by 8 lakh hectares.
Sultanpur Lodhi farmers battle flood sand deposits for sowing
Months after devastating floods, farmers in Sultanpur Lodhi's Baupur Mand area face a race against time to clear sand and silt for maize sowing. Seechewal leads volunteer efforts. Read the full story.
Farmers Protest Inadequate Crop Insurance in Chikkamagaluru
Farmers in Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru, protest against delayed and low crop insurance payouts. Officials promise action. Read about the ongoing struggle for fair compensation.
Kodagu Farmers Protest Flawed Crop Loss Survey Report
Farmers in Kodagu confront officials over a disputed crop loss survey. They demand fair compensation for areca, coffee, pepper, and rice, alleging reports downplay losses. Officials promise action.
MLA Rai Fights for Arecanut Farmers' Insurance Justice
Puttur MLA Ashok Kumar Rai highlights discrepancies in weather-based crop insurance payouts for arecanut growers in coastal Karnataka. He urges govt action for fair compensation and reclassification of areca as a horticultural crop. Read more.
Dry Spell in Himachal Puts Rabi Crops at Risk
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh since October threatens Rabi crops. Agriculture experts warn of 5-10% wheat production loss if rains don't arrive soon. Read the full report.
Cyclone Ditwah damages 50,000 hectares of crops in Tamil Nadu
Cyclone Ditwah caused severe damage to paddy crops across Trichy and Cauvery delta districts. Over 1.2 lakh acres affected, with farmers facing huge losses. Govt announces relief.
Rajasthan CM Ensures Power Supply for Rabi Season Farmers
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma orders officials to guarantee electricity for farmers, boost solar energy projects, and improve field visits for problem-solving. Read the full directives.
Mysuru Cold Wave Hits Crops, Farmers Worried
A severe cold wave in Mysuru and Chamarajanagar districts is damaging rabi crops like maize and vegetables, affecting livestock, and raising farmer concerns. Experts advise precautionary measures.
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.
Punjab Flood-Hit Farmers Get Help to Sow Wheat on 800 Acres
Activists in Punjab undertake a massive effort to level silt-covered fields and sow wheat for farmers devastated by floods. Over 800 acres in Fazilka district have been restored. Read the full story of resilience and community support.
UP Calls Farmers to Rabi Season Training for Soil Health & Profit
UP Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi urges farmers to join upcoming Kisan Pathshalas for Rabi 2025-26. Learn innovations for soil quality & higher profits. Key dates from Dec 8-29.
Tripura Tests 12 Rabi Onion Varieties to Cut Imports
Tripura introduces rabi onion as a cash crop with 12 tested varieties. Aim: self-sufficiency, higher farmer income, and a stronger rural economy. Read more.
RBI cuts FY26 inflation projection to 2%
The Reserve Bank of India has revised its inflation forecast for the next fiscal year downwards to 2%, citing improved agricultural conditions. Discover the key factors behind this optimistic outlook.
Haryana suspends patwaris over fake crop registrations
Haryana Revenue Minister suspends patwaris in Shambli & Amupur villages for fraudulent crop registrations. Crackdown on corruption in PM-KISAN scheme benefits. Read details.
Shivamogga Farmers Protest Inadequate Crop Insurance Payout
Shivamogga farmers are outraged over paltry compensation for rain-damaged crops, blaming faulty rain gauges and flawed data. MP vows to raise the issue in Parliament. Read more.
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