How a fruit born out of 1992 experiment is helping farmers earn Rs 10–12 lakh per acreMahabaleshwar strawberries have become a symbol of Maharashtra's agricultural innovation, growing from a seasonal fruit into a thriving ind...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
Not just El Nino: What else is holding back India's monsoon?India's monsoon has slowed significantly. A weak surge from the Arabian Sea and missing weather systems are causing a rainfall deficit. Thi...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.32 AM IST
More immediate climate mitigationAs India grapples with an unusually dry June, the looming threat of a subpar monsoon casts a shadow over the agricultural landscape. With m...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
India facing 41% rainfall deficit as southwest monsoon stalls over MaharashtraIndia is experiencing a significant rainfall deficit. The southwest monsoon has stalled, impacting large parts of the country. Several mete...
18 Jun, 2026, 07.19 PM IST
India monsoon starts almost 40% short as El Niño upends weatherIndia's monsoon has begun with a significant 40% deficit in rainfall, threatening crucial crops like rice and soybeans. The El Niño phenome...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
Southwest Monsoon advance over Maharashtra stalled due to unfavourable conditions: IMDThe Southwest Monsoon's progress over Maharashtra has stalled. Unfavorable weather patterns are preventing further advancement. Rainfall ac...
18 Jun, 2026, 09.32 AM IST
States told to prepare contingency plans for districts likely to face low rainfall during kharif seasonIndia faces its weakest monsoon in 11 years. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has instructed states to prepare contingency plans ...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.24 AM IST
El Nino to hit 9-10 states severely; Chouhan calls for district-level contingency plans for KharifAgriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has directed coordinated meetings with district officials and agricultural agencies in 9-10 stat...
16 Jun, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
Maharashtra advises farmers to delay sowing as monsoon rains fall shortMaharashtra is experiencing a significant rainfall deficit in early June. The state has received only 26 percent of its normal rainfall. Th...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
Indian soybean acreage expected to rise on higher prices, weak monsoon outlookIndian farmers are planting more soybeans this year. Higher prices for soybeans are making them more profitable than corn. Forecasts of les...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Iran truce may revive India's textile exports, industry saysIndia's textile exports are set for a significant boost following the end of the Iran war. Manufacturers anticipate lower raw material cost...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
West Asia peace deal seen boosting India's textile exportsIndia's textile exports are set for a boost following the end of the West Asia conflict. European orders are expected to rise, improving pr...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
Weak monsoon may drag agri GDP into contractionIndian agriculture is at a crossroads, facing significant hurdles in the coming years. Analysts project little to no growth for agricultura...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
Govt hikes onion procurement rate to Rs 16.5 per kg from Saturday to help farmersThe government has increased the onion procurement price to Rs 16.50 per kg. This move aims to boost farmers' income through the buffer sto...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.03 PM IST
Watch: Marico’s Harsh Mariwala shares how China is making denim jeans from banana plants and calls it a lesson in innovationA viral video shared by Maric's Harsh Mariwala showcased how China is transforming banana stalks into eco-friendly denim, sparking question...
12 Jun, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
Western disturbances slow monsoon, below-normal rain likely in central, north IndiaIndia faces below-average rainfall for the next two weeks. Western disturbances are delaying the monsoon's progress, particularly in centra...
11 Jun, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Monsoon advances into Bengal, Sikkim; set to cover more of Andhra, Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra this weekThe southwest monsoon is progressing steadily across India. It has now covered Sikkim and parts of Northeast India. The India Meteorologica...
09 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST