News Topic:Farmers

Shopian farmers seek assistance as hailstorm damages crop

The recent hailstorm has devastated the farmers of Dhabijan area of Shopian in south Kashmir as their entire crop has been destroyed, leaving them in financial distress.

Why Kashmiri farmers switch from paddy to horticulture?

The conversion from agriculture to horticulture has one simple reason as fruits bring more money to farmers than rice.

Farmers demand adequate stock of fertilizers in Kashmir ahead of sowing season

Farmers from different areas of Kashmir have demanded adequate quantities of fertilizers, especially urea.

PMFBY extended to farmers of all districts in J-K

In a significant move towards the welfare of the farmers, the government has extended Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) to the farmers of all 20 districts of UT of J&K.

Mega lift irrigation scheme awaits completion in Pulwama’s Chakoora

A mega lift irrigation scheme in Chakoora village of Litter Tehsil of Pulwama district is awaiting completion even as land donors are waiting for compensation.

State Land Row: J-K admin likely to come up with formal order sparing poor, farmers

Jammu and Kashmir administration is likely to come up with a formal order in a week’s time, ensuring protection for the poor and common masses.
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Man drives tractor from UP to Kashmir to support Rahul Gandhi

A man drove on a tractor all the way from Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi city and reached Srinagar on Sunday to participate in Bharat Jodo Yatra.

India becomes largest producer and exporter of sugar

Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said that farmers are getting more money directly in their accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer.

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J&K Govt employees to get zero-balance accounts, concessional loans & insurance benefits

J&K government employees can access listed J&K Bank benefits, including loan concessions, waived processing fees, accident insurance and banking facilities.

CRPF constable dies after gunshot injury at HMT in Srinagar

CRPF Constable Gajendera Kumar Dugga died after sustaining a gunshot injury at HMT in Srinagar. Doctors at SMHS Hospital declared him brought dead.

JKSA seeks probe into ‘Free Kashmir’ slogans at JMI amid student protest

JKSA has urged Jamia Millia Islamia and Delhi Police to investigate reported ‘Free Kashmir’ slogans on campus amid a student protest for union restoration and elections.

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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.