Tag: Farmers

CM Fadnavis Visits Flood-Hit Solapur, Assures Relief for Affected Farmers

The downpour has triggered flood-like conditions in parts of Beed, Dharashiv, and Solapur, where National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have been conducting rescue and relief operations since Monday night.

September 24, 2025

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis, Dy CMs Shinde and Pawar to Visit Flood-Hit Regions, Assure Farmers of Relief

Earlier in the day, Shinde noted that ministers and officials are in constant touch with district authorities and NDRF teams to manage the situation.

September 24, 2025

HD Kumaraswamy Criticises Mallikarjun Kharge for “Insulting” Farmer, Calls Behaviour Arrogant and Disappointing

In a post on X, Kumaraswamy expressed his “deep disappointment” over Kharge’s conduct, questioning the Congress leader’s responsibility as the Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha and AICC President.

September 8, 2025

“Congress Mocked, PM Modi Delivered”: Amit Malviya Slams Mallikarjun Kharge Over Farmers’ Grievances

Malviya praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for initiatives aimed at doubling farmers’ incomes and promoting modern agricultural practices.

September 8, 2025

Delhi Authorities initiate rescue operation to save farmers stranded in low lying areas

"The situation is dangerous right now because water has been released from Hathnikund Barrage. We have been rescuing people since last night" the rescue team member told.

September 2, 2025

PM Modi Stands Firm on Farmer Interests Amid U.S. Tariff Hike Led by Trump

The tariff escalation is seen as part of ongoing trade tensions, with the U.S. demanding greater access to India’s agricultural market, particularly for corn, soybeans, and cotton.

August 7, 2025

Manipur’s rural economy withers as conflict keeps farmers away from fields

Hanjabam Isworchandra Sharma, an Associate Professor of Agriculture and Rural Economics at Manipur University, noted that the repercussions extend far beyond agriculture.

August 5, 2025

India’s First Weather Derivative aims to protect farmers from weather volatility

He noted that farmers and agri-based industries can use historical weather data to assess whether areas are drought-prone, flood-prone, or receive normal rainfall.

July 5, 2025

Farmers in Jammu and Kashmir Harvest Early Amid Rising Border Tensions Following Pahalgam Terror Attack

Local farmers expressed concerns over the security situation, with nearby areas like Karma, Kasaliya, Dawar, and Noorkote situated close to the border.

April 28, 2025

Next Round of Talks with Farmers Scheduled for February 22: Pralhad Joshi

The upcoming meeting will be led by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

February 15, 2025