News Topic:Farmers
Business & Economy
Growers, traders face huge losses as rates of cold storage apples plummet
The fruit growers and traders in Kashmir who had kept their produce in cold storage units said they are facing huge losses as rates have plummeted to an all-time low.
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Kashmir
Kashmiri farmers embrace exotic apple varieties
A remarkable trend is unfolding in Kashmir with farmers and horticulturists embracing exotic apple plant varieties over traditional ones.
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News & Interviews
Thieves plunder high-density apple orchard in Pulwama, farmer seeks justice
Mohammad Yaqoob Bhat, an orchard owner in southern Kashmir's Pulwama district, expressed dismay on Wednesday as thieves ravaged his high-density apple orchard.
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Saffron growers in Pulwama express concern over porcupine menace
Saffron growers in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district are worried as porcupines continue to damage their saffron corms.
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Water pollution threatens Kashmir’s Nadru production
The famed Nadur production in Kashmir is witnessing a decline, with growers attributing it to water pollution stemming from drains flowing into water bodies.
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Kashmir
Pulwama farmers worried over ‘rice blast’ disease, seek compensation
The farmers in several areas of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have complained of heavy loss due to the rice blast disease.
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J&K
Power Bill Declaration: J-K’s LG targets luxury gadgets, palatial homes for tariff
J&K's Lieutenant Governor announces bold stance on power bills: Aid for the needy, but luxury gadgets and lavish homes to pay as per usage.
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Kashmir
Crisis looms as inclement weather delays paddy transplantation in Kashmir
The continuous inclement weather last month has led to a delay in the paddy transplantation process in Kashmir.
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Pulwama Police file FIR over alleged ₹28 lakh fraud by man posing as ADC
Pulwama Police have registered an FIR over an alleged ₹28 lakh fraud involving a man accused of impersonating the ADC, following a court order.
Court orders trial in money-laundering case against Yasin Malik, six others
A New Delhi court has ordered trial proceedings in a money-laundering case against Yasin Malik and six others, with prosecution evidence set for November 19.
Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav appointed J&K Chief Secretary
The MHA has appointed 1995-batch IAS officer Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav as J&K Chief Secretary, effective November 1, 2026, or from his joining date, whichever is later.
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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion
The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.
J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.