Sesame cultivation in Punjab is an important agricultural practice. Farmers can enhance their profits by using high-yielding sesame varieties. These include Punjab Til-1, TC-25, and TC-289. Each of these varieties offers unique benefits. They are not only high-yielding but also resistant to diseases. To achieve the best results, farmers must follow good agronomic practices. Timely…
In a significant move to tackle air pollution, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has issued a new directive. This order mandates the use of paddy straw-based biomass pellets and briquettes in brick kilns located outside the National Capital Region (NCR) of India, specifically in Punjab and Haryana. The goal is to reduce the…
This week, many parts of India will experience heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather update predicting significant weather activity across various regions. Some areas will welcome relief from heat, while others will face heatwaves and dust storms. Odisha and West Bengal are likely to experience heatwave…
