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Anju is a Jalandhar (Punjab)-based Assistant Editor with The Indian Express. Coming from this predominantly agrarian state from where the Green Revolution ushered, agriculture is close to her heart. She writes extensively on this topic, with special focus on related issues that the state is facing such as farmer suicides, stubble burning, rapid depletion of water table because of water-guzzling, MSP-supported paddy, etc. Her write-ups are based on extensive research, field visits and interactions with stake-holders. Apart from this she also covers several other issues of the Punjab state. She tweets @Anjuagnihotri1
April 16, 2026 18:14 IST
Allows up to 20% shrivelled and broken grains and 6% damaged grains without any value cut.
Fri, Apr 17, 2026April 16, 2026 13:58 IST
“Prima facie, it appears that the vehicle developed some malfunction, following which the driver lost control,” Fatehgarh Sahib SSP Shubham Aggarwal said.
Thu, Apr 16, 2026April 16, 2026 05:00 IST
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu hit back, saying AAP was a party of “thieves and robbers” and under PM Narendra Modi’s “Swachh Bharat” initiative, “dirt” will be cleaned.
Thu, Apr 16, 2026April 15, 2026 11:15 IST
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann termed the raids a “typical Modi-style” political vendetta ahead of Punjab elections.
Wed, Apr 15, 2026April 14, 2026 20:08 IST
Farmers wait as shrivelled wheat uncertainty slows procurement despite strike ending
Wed, Apr 15, 2026April 12, 2026 11:25 IST
His unit operates three wood-press machines, each producing around 125-150 litres of oil daily. Annually, he sells 45-50 tonnes of oil of various types, priced between Rs 300 and Rs 6,500 per litre, with a profit margin of around 15%
Mon, Apr 13, 2026April 11, 2026 07:00 IST
Sermons by self-appointed pastors, hymns on the lines of bhajans, and the dispensing of ‘miracles’ — some of the newer churches in Punjab are testing the limits of traditional religion
Sat, Apr 11, 2026April 10, 2026 14:57 IST
Manjeet Kaur’s tragedy sheds light on a Kapurthala village mohalla’s fight against drugs
Sun, Apr 12, 2026April 10, 2026 07:39 IST
Punjab rainfall surplus hits 471% in April, raising concerns over wheat crop damage, lodging, and grain quality ahead of harvest season.
Fri, Apr 10, 2026April 09, 2026 14:39 IST
Strong winds caused widespread lodging, hailstorms increased the weight of crop heads leading to stem breakage, and waterlogging in fields worsened the damage in low-lying areas. This is likely to result in poor grain filling and deterioration in quality.
Thu, Apr 09, 2026April 08, 2026 09:53 IST
Punjab commission agents (arhtiyas) demand the restoration of their full 2.5% commission. This ongoing standoff over capped fees threatens wheat procurement in mandis.
Wed, Apr 08, 2026April 05, 2026 11:09 IST
Punjab couple quits cushy job in Australia to return home, make a fortune farming lemons
Sun, Apr 05, 2026April 04, 2026 13:41 IST
They have requested the government to waive these charges, stop arbitrary levies, and direct shipping lines to release or return containers without linking this to disputed payments
Sat, Apr 04, 2026April 02, 2026 16:05 IST
Rice consignments totalling 60,000 tonnes are already stranded at ports or stuck at sea, with shipping schedules thrown off balance due to security concerns in West Asia.
Thu, Apr 02, 2026April 02, 2026 15:15 IST
For Punjab and Haryana, this mixed weather outlook carries both opportunities and risks.
Thu, Apr 02, 2026April 01, 2026 17:09 IST
The protesters demand exemption from the Himachal Pradesh Government’s entry tax for people from Punjab’s border districts, who frequently travel to the neighbouring state for work, trade, and family visits.
Wed, Apr 01, 2026March 31, 2026 21:52 IST
Protesters plan to halt vehicle movement from 8 am across 33 points
Tue, Mar 31, 2026March 30, 2026 19:15 IST
Experts warned that the forecast of strong winds and rainfall is not conducive to standing crops, particularly wheat, which is nearing the harvesting stage, as it can cause crop losses.
Mon, Mar 30, 2026March 29, 2026 11:35 IST
Commission agents say old stock will lose weight, nutritional value
Sun, Mar 29, 2026March 29, 2026 10:04 IST
Two Sangrur farmers ditched wheat-paddy, adopted diversified crops, boosted income by 130% and ensured steady daily earnings.
Sun, Mar 29, 2026March 26, 2026 12:54 IST
Supreme Court's Chinthada Anand verdict misunderstood, larger issue still pending before court, say Punjab social activists Tarsem Peter, Hamid Masih
Thu, Mar 26, 2026March 26, 2026 09:08 IST
The case, heard on March 20, arises from a petition filed by Sabha member Karan Randhawa, who has sought completion of the election process and publication of the electoral roll of eligible voters.
Thu, Mar 26, 2026March 26, 2026 09:04 IST
The Central government may release approximately Rs 33,000 crore to Rs 34,000 crores to Punjab for wheat procurement, which can make the situation even more concerning.
Thu, Mar 26, 2026March 25, 2026 06:00 IST
In Punjab, there is a growing phenomenon of Dalit people attending Christian church services and participating in "faith healing" sessions without formally changing their religion.
Thu, Mar 26, 2026March 22, 2026 14:39 IST
Seasonal crops such as broccoli and cabbage are harvested between January and April, while other varieties are rotated throughout the year. “It’s a continuous process,” Singh explains. “Different varieties grow in different seasons, which keeps production and income steady.”
Mon, Mar 23, 2026
