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Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced today that the government will launch a comprehensive nationwide series of regional agricultural conferences during April-May 2026, organized by region. The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare stated that these...

New Delhi, April 1 Union Minister Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani on Wednesday described the passage of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha as a "watershed moment" in the state's journey.In a statement issued here, Pemmasani said that by conferring legal sanctity...

New Delhi, April 1 – The YSR Congress Party staged a walkout from the Lok Sabha during the debate on a bill to grant Amaravati the status of Andhra Pradesh’s sole capital, arguing that it would be detrimental to the state's people.While clarifying that they did not oppose Amaravati, YSRCP...

Vinjamur (Andhra Pradesh), Apr 1 Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday asserted that Amaravati will remain the only capital of the state and cannot be moved.Addressing a public meeting after participating in the 'Pedala Sevalo' (in service of the poor) programme here...

In Tiruvarur (Tamil Nadu), Chief Minister MK Stalin launched his campaign for the April 23 Assembly elections, criticizing AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami as a leader lacking a long-term vision.He described the NDA as an "anti-Tamil and opportunistic alliance."Stating that he was...

Chandigarh, March 31 Rain and hailstorms lashed several places in Haryana and Punjab on Tuesday, raising concerns among wheat growers who were anticipating damage to their crops, which were ready for harvest.In Haryana, Hisar received 7.8 mm of rainfall, while Rohtak, Charkhi Dadri, Gurugram...

Chandigarh, March 31 – With the wheat procurement season starting in Punjab on April 1, the Central government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has reaffirmed its commitment to farmers by releasing a cash credit limit (CCL) of Rs 30,973 crore at the minimum support price...

Thiruvananthapuram, March 31 – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta joined BJP's star campaigners in the Kerala Assembly elections on Tuesday, seeking votes for the party and showcasing her model of clean governance."Namaskaram Alappuzha. The path to Viksit Bharat (Developed India) goes through...

Chandigarh, March 31 A delegation led by senior Punjab BJP leader Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, raising several issues related to the state's border districts.In a memorandum submitted to Shah during the meeting, which was also attended by BJP national...

Kishangarh (Rajasthan), March 31 Once known for its marble industry and Bani Thani paintings, Kishangarh has become a popular tourist destination over the years, featuring prominently in selfies and social media posts.The main attraction is the large, all-white marble dumping yard, which is...

Dhemaji (Assam), March 31 Former Union Minister Smriti Irani stated on Tuesday that the Assam Assembly elections this time were about "expelling every single infiltrator" from the country, while accusing the Congress of shielding illegal migrants and shrouding the state in "dark clouds" of...

Jaipur, March 31 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced that farmers in the Dausa and Karauli districts will soon receive electricity for irrigation during the daytime in two blocks, extending the facility to 24 districts in the state.The announcement was made by the chief...

Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, responsible for agriculture and farmers' welfare, has approved proposals from the state governments to procure record quantities of pulses and oilseeds during the 2025-26 Rabi season at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka. The...

Bhopal, March 30 – The opposition Congress in Madhya Pradesh is planning to intensify its attacks on the ruling BJP over issues related to farmers, including the delay in procuring wheat at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for the 2026-27 Rabi Marketing Year.To this end, state Congress...

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, stated today that the adoption of bio-bitumen strongly aligns with India's climate commitments, net-zero targets, and flagship initiatives such as "Atmanirbhar Bharat," the National Bio-Energy Mission, and circular...

Kathua, March 30, 2026: The Department of Floriculture organized a training and awareness program for farmers under the MIDH scheme in Kathua today. Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma, was the chief guest at the event.A large number of farmers attended the program, with the notable...

SRINAGAR, March 29: Minister Javid Ahmad Dar inaugurated the District Kisan Mela in Srinagar, emphasizing its significance as a platform for farmer interaction, knowledge sharing, and the promotion of modern agricultural practices.He stressed the importance of adopting advanced technologies...

Bhopal, March 30 Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will present his state's 'One District, One Product' (ODOP) initiative at the Sahyog Sammelan in Uttar Pradesh on March 31, focusing on how local products are being linked to markets and exports, an official said on Monday.The...

Bengaluru, March 30. Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly, R. Ashoka, on Monday alleged that Karnataka has become a hub for drug activities due to what he termed as the “misgovernance” of the Congress government.In a media statement, he claimed that the situation in the state has...

Meerut (UP), March 29 Launching a scathing attack on the Centre, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said on Sunday that while the country was supposed to become a "global leader," it has instead turned into a "global follower."Addressing an event in Sakauti village in Meerut, he said the...