Agriculture
Punjab Hydrocarbon Survey Halted Due to Farmer Protests
A crucial hydrocarbon survey in Punjab has been postponed due to ongoing protests by farmers. The survey's delay is impacting exploration activities in the region.
08 Jul 2026
Abujhmarh, Chhattisgarh: Coffee Cultivation Takes Root
The remote Abujhmarh region in Chhattisgarh is witnessing a significant development with the commencement of coffee cultivation.
08 Jul 2026
Bihar Scientist Develops Butter and Oil from Mango Kernels
A scientist at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, has successfully developed butter and oil using mango kernels. This innovation could offer a new avenue for utilizing mango waste.
07 Jul 2026
Nagaland Official Urges Cooperatives to Spearhead Conservation Efforts
An official named Jacob has called upon cooperative societies in Nagaland to take a leading role in environmental conservation initiatives.
07 Jul 2026
Telangana Minister Criticises App-Based Fertiliser Supply
Telangana Minister Niranjan Reddy has voiced strong criticism against the app-based system for fertiliser supply, highlighting concerns with its implementation.
07 Jul 2026
Odisha Inaugurates First Bee Corridor Along National Highway 16
Odisha has established its first bee corridor along National Highway 16, a significant initiative aimed at supporting pollinator populations. The corridor is designed to facilitate the movement and sustenance of bees along the vital transport route.
07 Jul 2026
Pachna Dam Gates Opened After Overnight Repair, Water Released for Irrigation
Technical issues at the Pachna dam in Karauli have been resolved after an overnight repair effort, leading to the release of water for irrigation through canals.
07 Jul 2026
UP Dairy Sector Sees Growth Fueled by Policy Reforms
Uttar Pradesh's dairy industry is experiencing a significant transformation, attributed to strategic policy reforms that are driving agricultural growth.
07 Jul 2026
Bihar Sugar Policy Praised by BSMA, Calls for Enhanced Drainage and Breeding Support
The Bihar Sugar Mills Association (BSMA) has expressed approval for the state's newly announced sugar policy. However, the association is also advocating for increased government assistance to improve crucial aspects of sugarcane cultivation.
07 Jul 2026
Climate Change Threatens Himachal's Rs 5,000 Crore Apple Economy
Himachal Pradesh's significant apple economy, valued at approximately Rs 5,000 crore, is facing considerable pressure due to the impacts of climate change.
07 Jul 2026
Panchana Dam Water Flows Through Canals After 20 Years, Benefiting 21 Villages
After two decades, water has been released from the Panchana dam into the canals, bringing relief to 21 revenue villages in Rajasthan.
06 Jul 2026
Jhabua Farmers Protest Four-Lane Highway, Demand Fourfold Compensation
Farmers in Petlawad, Jhabua, have voiced strong opposition to the ongoing four-lane highway construction, with women expressing distress and demanding compensation four times the market rate.
06 Jul 2026