News Topic:Agriculture
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Fake pesticides leave Shopian farmers in severe distress
The recovery of suspected sub-standard pesticides and fungicides from multiple locations in south Kashmir's Shopian district has sparked outrage among farmers.
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Parched Peaks: 65% rainfall deficit sparks fears for J&K’s agriculture
Jammu and Kashmir has recorded its seventh consecutive winter rainfall deficit, with the December 2025–February 2026 period ending 65 per cent below normal.
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From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, one man walks for a purer India
As dawn broke in Kashmir, Mr Gaurav Tyagi with an unwavering resolve took steady strides southward, echoing a purpose that transcends borders, languages, and beliefs.
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Water diversion from Rambi Ara creates drought-like situation in Pulwama
Thousands of kanals of paddy land in Pulwama are on the verge of facing drought as farmers said the water meant for downstream areas of Lar stream is diverted in Shopian.
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Arzan Garzan Dam project faces nearly a decade of delays
A key irrigation infrastructure project in Charar-e-Sharief’s Arzan Garzan area, here in Central Kashmir’s Budgam district, continues to face inordinate delays.
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Kashmir stares at agricultural disaster, paddy fields drying up
As an unrelenting heatwave scorches the Kashmir, farmers from north to central and south Kashmir are battling a crippling water crisis that threatens entire paddy crop.
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Dry spell affects saffron cultivation in Kashmir
The dry spell in Kashmir has had a devastating impact on saffron production this year, with yields dropping by 50 to 70 percent compared to previous years.
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Prolonged dry spell threatens crop growth and productivity in Kashmir
The ongoing prolonged dry spell this summer is causing immense distress among valley farmers, raising concerns about its severe impact on crop growth.
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Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists
Kulgam's Horticulture Department is providing anti-hail nets to orchardists at 50% subsidy, with assistance so far crossing ₹1.30 lakh to protect fruit crops.
AIP questions Demography Committee’s scope, says LoC displacement must be assessed
AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has urged the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes to examine LoC displacement, PoK returnees and Kashmiri Pandit migration.
900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo says 900 doctors have been appointed via PSC, with 400 more recruitments underway alongside expansion of diagnostic facilities.
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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death
Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.
India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash
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