Agriculture
Farmers' confidence rises, one crop at a time, says Times of India
The Times of India published a piece titled “Growing confidence, one crop at a time,” highlighting a gradual boost in farmer optimism across the country.
27 Aug 2026
ICAR launches biochar pilot project in Keri and Priol, Ponda, Goa
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has begun a pilot study on biochar application in the villages of Keri and Priol in Ponda, Goa.
27 Aug 2026
Hinterland vegetable sellers stuck in limbo over market access in Margao
Vegetable vendors from Goa's hinterland are left waiting for a resolution on their market access in Margao, according to reports.
27 Aug 2026
Goa revives native fish at its sole Ramsar wetland through fish ranching
The state government has launched a fish‑ranching programme at Goa's only Ramsar site to restore indigenous fish populations, aiming to boost biodiversity and local livelihoods.
27 Aug 2026
Tillari Canal to be Closed for Three Months for Repairs; New Pipeline to Ensure Water Supply
The Tillari canal will be shut for a three‑month period for maintenance work, with a newly laid pipeline set to provide an alternate water source during the outage.
27 Aug 2026
Tripura Hosts Micro Food Processing Bazaar Showcasing Grassroots Innovation
The state of Tripura organized a Micro Food Processing Bazaar to highlight grassroots innovations in food processing, drawing participants from local entrepreneurs and cooperatives.
27 Aug 2026
Lumpy Skin Disease Outbreak in Hamirpur, Himachal: 1 Calf Dead, 33 Infected
Lumpy skin disease has been confirmed in Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, with 33 animals testing positive and one calf reported dead.
27 Aug 2026
Uttar Pradesh drives Kalanamak rice price from Rs 50 to Rs 200 per kg
The Uttar Pradesh government’s promotion of the heritage Kalanamak rice has lifted farm‑gate prices from about Rs 50 to Rs 200 per kilogram, reshaping the regional market.
27 Aug 2026
Meghalaya loses 325 sq km of forest over 14 years, says CM Conrad Sangma
Chief Minister Conrad Sangma announced that Meghalaya's forest cover has declined by 325 square kilometres in the past 14 years.
26 Aug 2026
ICRA predicts 1-4% growth for India's tractor sector in FY27
Credit rating agency ICRA projects a modest 1-4% expansion for the Indian tractor market in the 2027 fiscal year.
26 Aug 2026
Elephant attacks in Anupur, MP claim 17 lives over 15 years, MLA urges CM for permanent solution
In Anupur district of Madhya Pradesh, wild elephants have killed 17 villagers over the past 15 years and repeatedly damaged crops, prompting the local MLA to seek a long‑term fix from the chief minister.
26 Aug 2026
Andhra Pradesh launches four‑pronged plan to aid farmers after 51% rainfall shortfall
The Andhra Pradesh government unveiled a four‑point strategy to support agriculture as the state records a 51% deficit in monsoon rainfall.
26 Aug 2026