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Anju Agnihotri Chaba
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
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With steep rise in temperatures ahead, heatwaves likely to grip Punjab, Haryana from May 18
May 16, 2026 20:50 IST
IMD forecasts gradual increase of 4-5 degrees Celsius in maximum temperatures over the next 5-6 days
Sat, May 16, 2026
Punjab’s paddy dilemma: Save groundwater or preserve soil health?
May 16, 2026 08:56 IST
In response to the worsening groundwater crisis, the Punjab government has aggressively promoted direct-seeded rice (DSR) for the past decade or so. But can the state stave off that crisis at the cost of increasing chemical dependence?
Sat, May 16, 2026
Three-and half year old boy rescued safely after falling into borewell in Hoshiarpur
May 15, 2026 22:32 IST
The child, identified as Gurkaran Singh, son of Harinder and Asha, who work as daily wage laborers, was pulled out of the borewell at around 12:40 AM and immediately shifted to a hospital for medical examination.
Sat, May 16, 2026
From New Zealand to Malaysia to India: Jalandhar man’s ordeal ends after 15 days
May 14, 2026 12:25 IST
With the efforts of Rajya Sabha Member Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal, Akash Pushkarna returned to India and his family on May 10.
Thu, May 14, 2026
Punjab records 136% jump in wheat stubble burning and highest number of incidents in 3 years
May 11, 2026 14:02 IST
Last year's 90% drop in paddy stubble burning in Punjab makes the latest figures especially significant; they also pose a fresh challenge before the next paddy cycle.
Mon, May 11, 2026
He chose farm over foreign shores, now makes Rs 5,500 daily
May 10, 2026 14:20 IST
Gurpreet Singh Sidhu also invested Rs 22 lakh in purchasing land that is now worth Rs 1 crore
Sun, May 10, 2026
Punjab wheat procurement 2026: Lower arrivals, higher state buying — a data-driven comparison with 2025
May 09, 2026 14:48 IST
While total arrivals in mandis have declined, government agencies have stepped in, compensating for a sharp drop in private trade participation.
Sat, May 09, 2026
‘Meet me in Delhi’: Amit Shah ‘call’ to AAP’s Raj Kumar Chabbewal sparks police probe in Punjab
May 08, 2026 18:07 IST
The "Amit Shah call" to AAP MP Dr Raj Kumar Chabbewal has also sparked discussion in political circles, amid speculation over shifting loyalties within the ruling party in Punjab.
Fri, May 08, 2026
Punjab expands maize push amid its heavy dependence on paddy
May 07, 2026 14:52 IST
Experts say diversification can’t rely solely on incentives; requires an ecosystem including assured procurement, price stability, infrastructure like grain dryers & processing industries
Thu, May 07, 2026
Jalandhar BSF headquarters blast probe points to separate terror module
May 07, 2026 11:28 IST
A separate module refers to an independently operating terror cell functioning in isolation from the larger network, using encrypted communication, temporary SIM cards, etc, according to Punjab Police sources.
Thu, May 07, 2026
Punjab: Another blast near Army camp, DGP sees Pakistan hand
May 07, 2026 04:46 IST
DGP Yadav termed both the blasts as of “low intensity”. On Amritsar incident, he said that while no group has claimed responsibility, but it appears to be the handiwork of Pakistan's ISI.
Thu, May 07, 2026
Khalistan group claims BSF blast in Jalandhar; police probe terror link, tighten security
May 06, 2026 10:11 IST
Security has since been tightened across Punjab, especially after a separate incident outside an Indian Army camp in Amritsar, where a grenade attack caused minor damage Tuesday night.
Wed, May 06, 2026
Blast near BSF headquarters in Jalandhar, delivery boy injured
May 05, 2026 23:09 IST
Explosion outside sensitive installation triggers security scare; police, central agencies launch probe
Wed, May 06, 2026
From UPSC aspirant to agri innovator: Google, YouTube as ‘teachers’, Patiala farmer reshapes farming
May 03, 2026 12:05 IST
UPSC aspirant-turned farmer uses Google and YouTube to adopt modern techniques, boosting yields and income in Punjab agriculture.
Sun, May 03, 2026
Drunk driving to stalking: Why 11 Indians, including a woman, were deported from Australia
April 30, 2026 14:55 IST
Of the 11 Indians who landed in Delhi on Thursday after being deported from Australia, only two held valid passports. Most of the deportees were from Punjab and had extensive criminal records.
Thu, Apr 30, 2026
After exit of seven MPs, AAP show of strength in Punjab, Mann to meet President for their ‘recall’
April 30, 2026 04:26 IST
CM says his meeting at Rashtrapati Bhavan has been scheduled for May 5
Thu, Apr 30, 2026
Why Jalandhar Matters: AAP returns to ‘Karambhoomi’ for crucial meet of MLAs, 1000 observers amid Punjab turbulence
April 29, 2026 05:12 IST
The meeting is expected to be attended by Mann, Punjab affairs in-charge Manish Sisodia and state party chief Aman Arora, while AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal is likely to join virtually.
Wed, Apr 29, 2026
After Rajya Sabha exodus, AAP summons 94 Punjab MLAs to Jalandhar amid defection buzz
April 28, 2026 14:38 IST
Particular attention is likely to be paid to AAP MLAs who secured tickets in the 2022 Punjab Assembly elections on the recommendation of Raghav Chadha and Sandeep Pathak.
Tue, Apr 28, 2026
Heatwave meets thunderstorms: Punjab and Haryana brace for rare weather split from tomorrow
April 27, 2026 16:07 IST
While Monday remains largely dominated by heatwave conditions across both Punjab and Haryana, the weather will begin to fragment from Tuesday onwards, according to the IMD.
Mon, Apr 27, 2026
Security cover shift amid political row | Punjab withdraws Harbhajan’s protection, Centre deploys CRPF
April 26, 2026 23:17 IST
The state government withdrew the police security cover on Saturday, officials said. The former cricketer is one of the seven MPs who switched to the BJP from the AAP alongside Raghav Chadha.
Mon, Apr 27, 2026
NETS OVER 50% PROFIT: Small farmer from Tarn Taran builds ₹1-Cr flower farming model
April 26, 2026 10:09 IST
Twenty-five years ago, when Jarnail Singh, now 45, a small farmer, ventured — as an experiment — into floriculture on just his two kanals of land he had, he had not imagined that in years to come, through his enterprise, he would be able to turn it into a flourishing business with Rs 1 crore […]
Sun, Apr 26, 2026
AAP’s ‘lone’ Rajya Sabha MP from Punjab: ‘They couldn’t dare ask me to switch’
April 25, 2026 17:43 IST
Calling the switch to the BJP ‘opportunistic’, AAP Rajya Sabha MP Baba Balbir Singh Seechewal said the defectors ‘never considered me their colleague.’
Sat, Apr 25, 2026
Ashok Mittal: From sweet shop roots to Parliament’s power corridors, and now a switch 10 days after ED raidSubscriber Only
April 24, 2026 17:41 IST
The Chancellor of Lovely Professional University, who was nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the Aam Aadmi Party, on Friday joined the BJP.
Sat, Apr 25, 2026
Punjab and Haryana High Court cracks whip on illegal Sutlej mining, warns deputy commissioner of personal appearance
April 24, 2026 13:08 IST
Despite a detailed representation submitted on December 21, 2025, to multiple authorities – including the Punjab chief minister, Punjab chief secretary, and district officials – the petitioners claim no action was taken.
Mon, Apr 27, 2026
PMB Connect: How an app aims to be Punjab’s one-stop digital platform for agricultural communitySubscriber Only
April 22, 2026 20:49 IST
By reducing paperwork, minimising human interface in routine processes, and enabling faster decision-making by providing real-time data, it could fill the gap between field-level operations and administrative monitoring.
Wed, Apr 22, 2026
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