News Topic:Farmers

Kakapora farmers in distress as authorities neglect irrigation repairs

As the crucial paddy season approaches, the farmers in Kakapora area of South Kashmir’s Pulwama district are grappling with uncertainty and frustration.

Wrinkled Merino: A threat to Kashmir’s agrarian economy

A recent trend has emerged among farmers in the Kashmir, who are now breeding sheep for a high degree of skin folds (wrinkled Merino), despite the declining fine wool.

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.

Ladakh’s apricots gain global recognition as orchards flourish at foothills of Tiger Hill

Tiger Hill is more than the jackboots and camouflage; its foothills produce some of the best quality apricots in the world.
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Progressive farmers honoured at George Maijo Modern Achievers’ Award event in Pulwama

In a celebration of innovation, progressive farmers from Kashmir were honoured at the George Maijo - Modern Agriculture Achievers' Award event, organized in Pulwama.

Dry Spell: Leaf miners, red mites wreak havoc on Kashmir’s apple orchards

Amid the ongoing dry spell, apple growers in Kashmir are deeply concerned as a leaf miner pest continues to infect their orchards for the fourth consecutive year.

Kashmir fruit growers concerned as dry spell and heatwave threaten horticulture

The ongoing dry spell and heatwave in Kashmir have left fruit growers deeply concerned, who fear severe impacts on the region's horticulture sector.

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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From Office to Pitch: Govt employees champion drug-free living through cricket

A one-day cricket tournament, organized under the Nasha Mukht Bharat (Drug-Free India) campaign, was held at Cricket Ground Newa on Wednesday.

Kashmir Cyber Police nab two kingpins in major mule account crackdown

Cyber Police Station Kashmir Zone, Srinagar, has intensified its crackdown on mule bank accounts that are being used to facilitate large-scale cyber fraud.

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Shopian youth undertakes solo run from Uri to Dubjan to highlight drug abuse

A young boy from Shopian, Danish Hameed Mir, embarked on a solo run on Friday morning from Kaman Post in the Uri sector of Baramulla, aiming to reach Dubjan village.

Over 10 years after the POSH Act, are women safe at workplaces?

Harassment and violence against women remain a significant and escalating issue in our society, both in the national and local context.