The Punjab Government's determined and proactive measures under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann have ensured a smooth and efficient paddy procurement season across the state. So far, more than 4,32,458 farmers have benefited from the Minimum Support Price (MSP) till O
The recent GST reduction across a wide variety of products and services will, similar to other states and UTs, also impact Ladakh's rich economy, bringing relief to artisans, farmers, and small enterprises.
"The PM and his colleagues are trying to manufacture a bullish sentiment on the economy. They are simply running away from the bearish reality that stares farmers across the country," Ramesh, General Secretary incharge of Communication in Congress, posted on X.
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa ignited a fiery political clash by calling AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal "anpadh" (illiterate) in response to AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj's tweet mocking the BJP's claims that Punjab's stubble burning fuels Delhi's pollution crisis.
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Wednesday escalated the political blame game over the capital's worsening air quality, accusing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led Punjab government of "forcing" farmers to burn crop residue despite central incentives, with a surge in inciden
"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on the occasion of Govardhan Puja. Govardhan Puja is not only a religious festival but also a celebration that honors and expresses gratitude towards nature and farmers. May this sacred festival bring prosperity,
He alleged that the surge in stubble-burning incidents over the past few days was "no coincidence" and claimed that farmers were being provoked to ignite fires for political gain.
Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, on Tuesday, accused the Aam Aadmi Party of "forcing" Punjab farmers to burn stubble, which raises pollution levels in the national capital.
Stubble burning has been a serious environmental concern in Punjab and other northern states, as it contributes heavily to air pollution and poses severe health risks, particularly during the winter months when smoke mixes with fog to create smog.
Speaking at the inaugural session, Kumaraswamy stated that more farmers should come forward to cultivate pulses along with crops like paddy. This will reduce the import of pulses. The central government has implemented several schemes for the welfare of farmers and is supporting every are