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Nashik: Farmers are facing growing financial stress as fertiliser prices have increased from April 1, adding to their production costs. The recent hike of around ₹125 to ₹300 per bag has made farming more expensive at a time when many are already struggling. Bhaskarrao Bhagare has raised the issue with the Central Government and written to J P Nadda, seeking urgent action. In his letter, Bhagare said that the price rise in commonly used fertilisers like 10:26:26, 12:32:16, and 20:20:0:13 is di ...Read More >
"In the coming time, the entire agricultural system will be based on Farmer ID. Distribution of fertilisers and several schemes will be linked to it, and seeds and fertilisers will also be distributed through this ID," Chouhan said. He added that Farmer IDs are being created across the country, and the process is expected to be completed within the next three months. In Rajasthan, around 10 lakh farmers are yet to be covered, and directions have been issued to expedite the process, he said. T ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: The devastating Kerala floods in 2018 were not a natural calamity but a 'man-made disaster' orchestrated by officials and leaders to profit from corruption, a Congress MLA alleged on Tuesday, triggering a massive political controversy in Kerala. Muvattupuzha MLA and United Democratic Front (UDF) candidate Mathew Kuzhalnadan made public a few audio recordings that he claims prove the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government's culpability. He alleged that the mismanagement of da ...Read More >
India on Sunday (April 5, 2026) said it dispatched a fresh consignment of relief materials to Afghanistan to support those affected by the recent floods and an earthquake. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India is committed to extending humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people in this challenging time. Afghan mother seeks justice after Pakistani bombing kills hundreds "At this time of hardship being faced by Afghan people due to recent floods and earthquake, Ind ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs said that India has delivered humanitarian assistance to support flood and earthquake-hit Afghanistan. In a post on X, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India delivered humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) materials included kitchen sets, hygiene kits, plastic sheets, tarpaulins, sleeping bags, and more. Also Read | Afghanistan Floods: Over 31,000 Affected As Flash Floods Kill 77 and Destroy 3,400 Homes i ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs said that India has delivered humanitarian assistance to support flood and earthquake-hit Afghanistan. In a post on X, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India delivered humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) materials included kitchen sets, hygiene kits, plastic sheets, tarpaulins, sleeping bags, and more. "India stands in solidarity with the people of Afghanistan and remains committed to extending humanita ...Read More >
New Delhi: Banks in India cannot see, record or inspect the valuables customers store in bank lockers, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told the Lok Sabha during Question Hour on 30 March 2026. She said this would violate banking regulations and customer privacy, and ruled out the possibility of differential insurance coverage based on the contents of lockers. Under the current framework, standard insurance compensation for locker loss is capped at 100 times the annual locker rent, and ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Acknowledging that the impacts of climate change are clearly visible, Chief Minister MK Stalin stressed that Tamil Nadu has been able to effectively protect itself from major damage due to proactive preparedness measures taken by the State government. Speaking in the third meeting of Tamil Nadu Governing Council on Climate Change, Stalin further recalled that Cyclone Ditwah severely impacted Sri Lanka but Tamil Nadu was spared from heavy damage because the government had anticipated ri ...Read More >
Gujarat's Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) has emerged as a crucial lifeline for cancer and critically ill patients. Under CM Bhupendra Patel, the fund provided over Rs 31.55 crore to 2,106 cancer patients, ensuring access to life-saving care. The Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) has emerged as a vital lifeline for cancer patients and other critically ill individuals in Gujarat, providing timely financial support and ensuring access to life-saving treatments, said the office of Gujarat Ch ...Read More >
Mumbai: The State Election Commission (SEC) of Maharashtra on Monday announced the long-awaited election schedule for 29 municipal corporations across the state, including the high-profile Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) as well as Thane and Navi Mumbai. Polling for all 29 civic bodies will be held on January 15, 2026, followed by the counting of votes on January 16, State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare said while addressing a press conference in Mumbai. With the announcement of ...Read More >
New Delhi: A new bill seeks to overhaul laws governing India's civil nuclear sector, opening it up to private participation and putting in place a new liability regime, in a bid to address concerns voiced by the industry partners. The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025, seen as a comprehensive legislation to harness India's full nuclear power potential, seeks to repeal the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage A ...Read More >
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday took part in the 47th All India Public Relations Conference-2025 at Hotel Emerald Grand on Sahastradhara Road in Dehradun. He formally inaugurated the conference by lighting the ceremonial lamp, visited the photo exhibition at the venue, and inspected various handicraft stalls, where he encouraged local art and craftsmanship. Dehradun is hosting the 47th All India Public Relations Conference from December 13 to 15, with participati ...Read More >
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukvinder Singh Sukhu distributed Rs 81.28 crore to 4,914 beneficiaries via Direct Benefit Transfer for houses damaged by the recent disaster. Aid was provided to affected families in Mandi, Kullu, and Bilaspur districts. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukvinder Singh Sukhu distributed Rs. 81.28 crore to 4,914 beneficiaries through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) during a function held at Paddal Ground, Mandi on Monday. Add Asianet Newsable as a Preferred Source During the ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], November 11 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday announced a significant hike in financial assistance for families affected by natural disasters, raising the aid for partial loss from Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 1 lakh. The announcement was made during a public gathering at Paddal Ground in Mandi, said the release. Despite limited resources, the state government was steadfastly moving toward making Himachal Pradesh a self-reliant state ...Read More >
India on Tuesday dispatched 40 tonnes of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) material to Jamaica and Cuba in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, reaffirming New Delhi's commitment to stand by its Global South partners in times of crisis. An Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft carrying 20 tonnes each of relief supplies for the two Caribbean nations took off from New Delhi this morning. The consignment includes Aarogya Maitri BHISHM Cube field hospitals, food and daily utility items, ...Read More >
Over the past four years, Himachal Pradesh has faced staggering losses of ₹46,000 crore attributed to the escalating impacts of climate change and a series of natural disasters. The recent monsoon season tragically claimed 1,700 lives, while vital water sources continue to dwindle and forest fires have reached alarming frequencies. Himachal Pradesh suffered losses to the tune of Rs 46,000 crore over the past four years due to natural disasters and the impact of climate change, according to a s ...Read More >
NEW DELHI (AP) -- Cyclone Montha started making landfall along India's eastern coast, the weather office said late Tuesday, with the storm due to bring torrential rains and strong winds. Montha, swirling over the Bay of Bengal, intensified into a severe cyclonic storm that threatens flooding of low-lying areas in southern Andhra Pradesh and neighboring states through the night. "Latest observations indicate that the landfall process has commenced," the Indian Meteorological Department said in ...Read More >
NEW DELHI - Cyclone Montha started making landfall along India's eastern coast, the weather office said late Tuesday, with the storm due to bring torrential rains and strong winds. Montha, swirling over the Bay of Bengal, intensified into a severe cyclonic storm that threatens flooding of low-lying areas in southern Andhra Pradesh and neighboring states through the night. Recommended Videos "Latest observations indicate that the landfall process has commenced," the Indian Meteorological Depar ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], October 28 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu on Monday released the "Himachal Pradesh Human Development Report 2025" prepared jointly by the Department of Environment, Science, Technology and Climate Change, Government of Himachal Pradesh, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), India, under the theme "Building the Future in a Climate-Impacted World." Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister Sukhu said the report ma ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], October 28 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu on Monday released the "Himachal Pradesh Human Development Report 2025" prepared jointly by the Department of Environment, Science, Technology and Climate Change, Government of Himachal Pradesh, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), India, under the theme "Building the Future in a Climate-Impacted World." Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister Sukhu said the report ma ...Read More >
A fresh low-pressure area has formed over the southeast Bay of Bengal. This system is expected to bring light to moderate rainfall to Odisha. The showers are predicted to continue for the next four days, until October 27. The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings for several districts. The low-pressure area is likely to intensify in the coming hours. A fresh low-pressure area has formed over the southeast Bay of Bengal and is likely to trigger light to moderate rainfall in parts o ...Read More >
KEDARNATH: The sacred portals of Shri Kedarnath Dham, the eleventh Jyotirlinga, were ceremoniously closed for the winter season on Thursday at 8:30 AM, amid devotional tunes from an Army band and chants of "Jai Baba Kedar." Over 10,000 devotees gathered in the chilling weather to witness the closing ceremony, which marked the end of a successful pilgrimage season. The ancient temple had been decorated with fresh flowers for the occasion. The Panchmukhi Utsav Doli of Baba Kedar began its journe ...Read More >
An earthquake of 2.9 magnitude was recorded in Vijayapura district on Wednesday, Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC) said. The community need not panic as both the magnitude and intensity observed are low, it added. The earthquake occurred at 07:43:38 AM, and the epicentre was 2.5 kms north west of of Hattarkihal village in Yaranal gram panchayat of Basavana Bagewadi taluk, Vijayapura district, at the depth of 05 Km, KSNDMC said in a statement. "As per the seismic inte ...Read More >
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday (October 21, 2025) flagged off vehicles carrying 1,000 quintals of wheat seeds from his official residence as assistance for flood-affected farmers of Punjab. Addressing the event, the Chief Minister said the initiative reflected the State's commitment to stand with every distressed citizen, adding that the festival of Diwali gains true meaning when celebrated with a spirit of compassion and service. Punjab's farmers struggle to reclaim f ...Read More >
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Sunday, announced the distribution of ₹403 crore as compensation to farmers affected by excessive rainfall, ₹138 crore for Agar-Malwa district and ₹265 crore for Ujjain district. The announcement brought a major relief and development program for farmers and residents in Ujjain and Agar-Malwa districts. Addressing a public event in Tarana Tehsil, the Chief Minister highlighted that the state government is working continuousl ...Read More >
Itanagar, Oct 16 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik on Thursday underscored the importance of maintaining international standards in the construction and upkeep of roads, bridges, and tunnels in border areas, emphasising that robust road networks are vital both for national security and socio-economic growth. The governor made the remarks during a meeting with Additional Director General (ADG) of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Jitendra Prasad, who called on him at t ...Read More >
Kolkata: As the mega Durga Puja carnival was unveiled in Kolkata on Sunday evening, with around 116 puja pandals participating in the cultural extravaganza on Red Road in Kolkata with pulsating performances by dance troupes, before immersion, Opposition parties are slamming the chief minister for holding the carnival at a time when over 18 people have lost their lives following the incessant rains in North Bengal. The mega carnival is being attended by people from all walks of lives, including ...Read More >
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday criticised the spike in airfares from Bagdogra in the aftermath of the flood and landslides in the northern part of the state, calling it "discriminatory", and questioned why the state was being treated "unfairly" during a humanitarian crisis. Banerjee who returned from north Bengal during the day said that next week she will again visit the region affected by natural disaster that claimed at least 32 lives. She alleged that fligh ...Read More >
Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India] October 2 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat, addressing the Vijayadashami Utsav at Reshimbagh Grounds in Nagpur, emphasised that the organised, strong, and virtuous form of the Hindu society is the ultimate guarantee of India unity, integrity, development, and security. He underlined that Hindu society is inclusive, free from separatist tendencies, and the custodian of the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, the world as one fami ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi on Thursday (October 2, 2025) hailed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on its completion of 100 years. "This Vijayadashmi, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh completes 100 years of its uninterrupted journey of nation-building, through character building of individual citizens. During all these years, the RSS has done yeoman service to the people and the country," Raj Bhavan Tamil Nadu said in a post on X, quoting Mr. Ravi. "Whenever the nation or any part of it h ...Read More >
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