Agriculture
Kerala Announces New Farm Policies to Counter Climate‑Induced Crop Losses
The Kerala government will introduce new farm policies to help growers cope with climate‑change impacts. The measures aim to mitigate crop losses and support sustainable farming.
18 Aug 2026
Paddy Acreage Falls 3.65% in Karnataka, Jharkhand, Maharashtra Due to Poor Rains
Paddy cultivation area fell by 3.65% in Karnataka, Jharkhand and Maharashtra due to deficient monsoon rains, according to Business Standard.
18 Aug 2026
Giant Buffalo Purchased in Jafrabad: Price Not Disclosed
A massive buffalo was recently bought by a local farmer in Jafrabad, but the exact cost has not been publicly disclosed.
17 Aug 2026
Foot‑and‑Mouth Disease Claims Over 200 Mithuns in Arunachal’s Dibang Valley
A recent outbreak of foot‑and‑mouth disease has killed more than 200 mithuns in Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh, prompting authorities to launch emergency control measures.
17 Aug 2026
Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank's Credit-Deposit Ratio Rises to 49.08%, Farmer Loans Surge
The Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank has reported a rise in its credit‑deposit ratio to 49.08%, accompanied by a significant increase in loans extended to farmers.
17 Aug 2026
पणजी: मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. प्रमोद सावंत ने पणजी स्थित एंटरटेनमेंट सोसाइटी ऑफ गोवा में इंडो-इजरायल सेंटर ऑफ एक्सीलेंस के पौध वितरण कार्यक्रम का शु
कृषि निदेशालय, गोवा सरकार द्वारा शुरू किए गए सब्जी एवं फूलों की पौध वितरण कार्यक्रम का उद्देश्य किसानों को उच्च गुणवत्ता वाली पौध उपलब्ध कराना और उन्हें सब्जी तथा फूलों की खेती के
17 Aug 2026
Tripura Minister Urges Boost in Fisheries, Livestock Sectors of Dhalai District
Tripura's Minister Sudhangshu Das has called for strengthening the fisheries and livestock sectors in Dhalai district, emphasizing the need for development in these key agricultural areas.
17 Aug 2026
Veterinary Team Removes Metal Wires from Buffalo’s Stomach in Una, Himachal Pradesh
A veterinary team successfully performed a surgical procedure to extract metal wires from a buffalo’s stomach in Una, Himachal Pradesh, ensuring the animal’s recovery.
17 Aug 2026
পশ্চিম বাংলার এগ্রা বিধানসভা এলাকায় বৃষ্টির কারণে বিস্তীর্ণ জমি জলমগ্ন
পশ্চিম বাংলার এগ্রা বিধানসভা এলাকায় প্রবল বৃষ্টির ফলে বহু বিঘা জমি জলমগ্ন হয়ে পড়েছে। এই পরিস্থিতি কৃষকদের মধ্যে উদ্বেগ সৃষ্টি করেছে।
17 Aug 2026
Telangana, Maharashtra, Haryana Shift to Agriculture‑Only Power Discoms
Three Indian states are restructuring their electricity distribution networks to serve only agricultural consumers, aiming to improve supply reliability and reduce losses.
17 Aug 2026
Sugarcane Transporters in Maharashtra Face Cheated Advances and Rising Debt
Transporters hauling sugarcane to mills in Maharashtra report being shorted on advances, leading to mounting debt and financial distress.
17 Aug 2026
Punjab Farmers Blocked At Khanauri
Punjab farmers' march has been blocked at Khanauri, with detentions reported in Jind. The farmers have vowed to continue their protest.
17 Aug 2026