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85% of Maharashtra declared drought-hit; farmers to get Rs 5,000 aid before DiwaliMaharashtra's government has declared drought in over 305 talukas due to a severe rainfall deficit. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announ...14 Oct, 2026, 02.28 PM IST- Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expands drought-hit talukas to 305, announces ₹5,000 Diwali bonus for farmersMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the expansion of the drought declaration to 305 talukas. A Diwali bonus of ₹5,000 wi...14 Oct, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
- A testament to democracy: Looking back at Jantar Mantar's legacy of dissentJantar Mantar has historically served as a crucial venue for public protests and demonstrations in New Delhi. The de-notification by Delhi ...12 Oct, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
- Maharashtra govt to submit detailed memorandum for Central drought reliefMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis outlined plans to address drought impacts in the state. Employment, food security, and water s...11 Oct, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
- Nana Patekar: Lights, camera, and a life lived beyond the silver screenVeteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 after suffering a cardiac arrest. Attempts to revive him with CPR were unsuccessful...08 Oct, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
- Andhra CM Naidu to meet PM Modi, Union Ministers in Delhi; seeks support for key projects, drought reliefAndhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is planning a two-day visit to Delhi starting Wednesday afternoon. He will meet with Prim...07 Oct, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
- Pulses prices surge: Will cheaper imports bring relief to consumers? Stakeholders dividedIndia currently imposes a 10% import duty on red lentils and chickpeas, while yellow peas attract a 30% duty.06 Oct, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
- Drought, fodder crisis push Latur farmers to harvest sugarcane for cattle feedFarmers in Latur district are facing a severe fodder crisis due to a lack of rainfall. Many are forced to harvest sugarcane crops to feed t...03 Oct, 2026, 03.01 PM IST
- Karnataka CM Shivakumar seeks Rs 3,705 cr drought relief from CentreKarnataka is facing a severe drought situation affecting farmers and the general public. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has requested Rs 3,7...03 Oct, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
- Karnataka drought losses may reach Rs 60,000 crore: Dy CM ParameshwaraKarnataka's Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara announced that drought-related losses may significantly increase. Assessments have been co...03 Oct, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
- Fuel subsidies may top $1 trillion: UNThe UNDP analysis - which looked at data from the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the International Energy Agency - found t...03 Oct, 2026, 01.08 AM IST
- Running water trains: Railways ready to transport water to drought-hit Maharashtra, but state must first find a water sourceCentral Railway is open to running special water trains to drought-hit districts of Maharashtra if the state government provides an adequat...01 Oct, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
- Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar hits out at BJP, JD(S) over refusal to join delegation to DelhiChief Minister DK Shivakumar has criticized the BJP and JD(S) for their decision to boycott the delegation. The opposition leaders' actions...28 Sep, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
- Maharashtra, Karnataka drought: Centre to assess ground situation; Shivraj to visit statesUnion Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan expressed concern over the drought situation in Maharashtra and Karnataka, saying the Cent...28 Sep, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
- Maharashtra declares drought in 265 talukas or nearly three-fourths of state; announces relief measuresMaharashtra has declared drought in 265 out of 358 talukas due to significant rainfall deficits. The government announced various relief me...26 Sep, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
- Actual aid decision for drought-hit farmers after ground-level assessment: Sunetra PawarMaharashtra has declared drought in 265 of its talukas due to severe crop damage and water shortages. Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar a...26 Sep, 2026, 01.04 PM IST
- Karnataka announces Rs 2,500 input subsidy for drought-hit farmers: Dy CM ParameshwaraKarnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara announced immediate relief for drought-hit farmers, offering Rs 2,500 each. This initial aid...25 Sep, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
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