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Tension prevailed in Nizamabad after a farmer attempted self-immolation over delays in paddy procurement. Police intervened in time, while farmers staged road protests demanding immediate action, alleging official apathy and disruption in procurement operations in the region.

Narendra Modi hailed the India-New Zealand FTA as transformative for inclusive growth, benefiting farmers, MSMEs and youth. Christopher Luxon called it a historic milestone, boosting trade, investment and bilateral ties

A farmer died of electrocution in Medak district while attempting to repair a borewell pumpset. The victim came into contact with live wires at his farm in Yellapur village. Police registered a case and shifted the body for postmortem.

A 58-year-old farmer from Arli (B) village in Adilabad Rural mandal allegedly died by suicide after suffering heavy crop losses and debt. A video of him pleading with officials to procure his produce earlier has gone viral.

A 20-year-old farmer from Bandarupally village in Thoguta mandal of Siddipet district died by suicide on Sunday, reportedly after a family dispute. Police registered a case following a complaint by the victim’s father and launched an investigation.

A 54-year-old farmer from Surzapur village in Nirmal district died after being accidentally electrocuted while irrigating his maize crop on Saturday night. He was found dead near a well on his farm. A case has been registered and investigation is underway.

A 30-year-old farmer, Guguloth Bhojya, died by suicide in Mahabubabad district after allegedly consuming pesticide. Family members said he had fallen into debt after a poor maize yield on his two-acre farm pushed him into financial distress.

A 28-year-old farmer, Somalla Harish, from Nagampet in Jammikunta mandal died by suicide after his paddy and cotton crops were destroyed by recent rains. Distressed over mounting debt of Rs. 2.5 lakh, he consumed pesticide in his field.

A 59-year-old farmer, Jadav Baliram, from Seetharamnaik Thanda in Lingapur mandal, Kumram Bheem Asifabad district, died by suicide after his cotton and maize crops were damaged by Cyclone Montha. He consumed pesticide and died during treatment in Utnoor on Friday.

Kuntamalla Sambaiah, a farmer from Madanapalle village in Mulugu mandal, was seriously injured when a country-made explosive went off while he was working in his field at Jaggannapeta. He was shifted to MGM Hospital in Warangal for treatment

Farmer suicides in Telangana fell by 95.84% between 2015 and 2023, with the State’s share in India dropping from 11.1% to 0.51%. Welfare schemes like Rythu Bandhu, crop procurement, and irrigation expansion helped reduce debt distress.

A farmer died and another sustained critical injuries after their two-wheeler collided with a lorry near Jagan Nayakula Gudem on the Gudur–Mahabubabad highway. Locals staged a protest demanding Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia for the deceased farmer’s family.

A farmer in Mahabubnagar collapsed due to seizures while waiting in a long queue for urea. Former Minister V Srinivas Goud rushed him to the hospital, highlighting ongoing grievances as farmers face severe shortages and delays in fertilizer supply.

A farmer collapsed from seizures while waiting in a urea queue in Mahabubnagar. Former minister v srinivas goud rushed him to hospital, blaming government failure as farmers continued facing severe shortages.

A 49-year-old farmer from Kondapalkala in Manakondur mandal allegedly died by suicide, unable to repay debts taken for his daughter’s marriage. Police said he owned 2.5 acres and leased additional land. A case has been registered following a complaint by his son.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla conducted experiments on plant growth, stem cells, and microalgae aboard the ISS. His work helps scientists study how space affects seeds, cells, and human cognition, supporting future farming and healthcare in space missions

Bandari Devendar, a 30-year-old tenant farmer from Nacharam village in Malhar mandal, died by suicide after failing to repay a Rs 4 lakh loan. Crop failures and poor market returns left him in financial distress. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation.

After her husband died by suicide due to crop failure and debts, Sravanthi from Gajwel has been struggling to survive with two children. Denied welfare benefits, she is burdened with debt and pleads for government support and livestock aid.

Korivi Pochaiah and Susheela, the protesting couple, own a few acres of farmland and an agricultural pump set. A month ago, the power supply to their fields was disrupted after an electric pole was damaged, causing the connecting wire to snap.

Yadagiri farmed cotton and chilli on his own two acres of land and also leased an additional two and a half acres. He reportedly borrowed Rs 8 lakh to cover crop input expenses.