A lone wild elephant has caused extensive damage to crops and irrigation systems in Hazaribag district, forcing villagers to live in fear. No fatalities reported yet, but locals urge forest department action.
Heavy rainfall in Chikkamagaluru and Hassan districts has washed away coffee beans from drying yards, causing significant losses for planters and threatening future crop quality.
A breach in Gudiya Khera Minor Canal near Nirban village school inundated hundreds of acres of crops and flooded school premises, sparking farmer anger over repeated infrastructure failures.
Untimely heavy rainfall in late 2025 severely impacted Goa's agriculture, damaging over 800 hectares and affecting thousands of farmers, with compensation disbursements underway.
A central government team visited Kalaburagi to inspect extensive crop and infrastructure damage caused by heavy August-September rains, hearing farmers' grievances and assessing compensation needs.
Rajasthan shivers as cold wave tightens grip. Fatehpur records -2°C, Nagaur at -1°C. Met office warns of no immediate respite. Farmers alter routines to protect crops. Read for full details.
Wild elephants from Nepal are destroying wheat and sugarcane fields near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve. Farmers demand protection and compensation as forest teams launch night patrols.
Light rain in Rajasthan brings no relief from severe cold. Jaisalmer coldest at 4.6°C. Frost threatens cumin, gram, mustard crops. Read the full weather forecast.
An extended dry winter spell in Himachal Pradesh is severely impacting subtropical fruit crops like mango and litchi. Experts warn of significant yield loss. Learn about the causes and farmer concerns.
Trichy agriculture department issues emergency advisory to farmers as IMD warns of heavy rains on Jan 9-10. Over 75,000 hectares of paddy and maize at risk. Officials urge immediate harvest and drainage measures.
Agriculture dept issues advisory for Bhilwara, Chittorgarh & Tonk farmers to shield crops from severe cold. Experts recommend covering plants, light irrigation & sulphur spray. Act now to prevent damage.
Kerala's agriculture department extends the WBCIS application deadline to Jan 15 for the rabi season. Farmers urged to apply online for financial protection against climate risks. #Farmers #Kerala
Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests cooperative bank manager in Ajmer for demanding Rs 30,000 bribe from a farmer to release crop damage compensation. Full details on the trap and investigation.
Tomato prices in Mysuru & Chamarajanagar skyrocket 150% in 40 days, hitting Rs 80/kg. Crop damage from heavy rain & cold weather slashes supply by 50%, hitting consumers but aiding farmers.
A breach in the Balsamand minor canal in Hisar flooded fields, damaging wheat and mustard crops. Farmers allege substandard construction and demand compensation and a thorough investigation.
Heavy unseasonal rainfall devastates paddy crops in Karnataka's Malavalli taluk, causing significant losses for farmers. Read about the impact and official response.
Mumbaikars woke up to unexpected rain on the first morning of 2026, breaking the usual humid winter pattern. Residents shared their surprise on social media as showers greeted the financial capital. Read more about this unique start to the year.
Mumbai welcomed 2026 with unexpected rain showers, improving air quality to a moderate AQI of 116. Areas from Andheri to Dadar saw drizzle, while South Mumbai experienced heavy spells.
Unseasonal rainfall in Rajkot and Saurashtra-Kutch disrupted New Year plans, causing waterlogging and traffic chaos. Farmers fear crop damage. IMD forecasts more showers.
Nafed's MSP procurement in Pune's Junnar offers relief to soybean growers hit by erratic rains. 70 tonnes bought at Rs 5,328/quintal, ensuring fair prices. Learn how this intervention countered distress sales.
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.
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.
The monkey menace, a key issue in recent panchayat polls, was raised in the Telangana Assembly. MLA Jatoth Ramachandru Naik highlighted crop damage, urging govt action like castration centres. Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar acknowledged the statewide problem
A herd of 100+ wild elephants was successfully driven back to Karnataka from Tamil Nadu's Hosur forest by 30 officials after causing crop damage. Read the full story of the multi-day operation.
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.
Former Haryana Minister and Kisan Sabha demand compensation for farmers facing crop damage due to severe waterlogging. Read about the protests and official response.
Residents of Nellihudikeri voiced grievances over Jal Jeevan Mission work quality and rising human-animal conflict at the gram sabha. Officials respond with assurances. Read the full report.
Tamil Nadu government sanctions ₹289.63 crore from SDRF for 3.60 lakh farmers affected by Nov-Dec 2024 heavy rains & Jan 2025 unseasonal rainfall. Read the full story for 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 herd of wild elephants from Nepal breached a 40-meter fence near Pilibhit's Mahof range, destroying wheat crops. Farmers demand compensation and safety measures. Read more.