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
December 09, 2024 08:12 IST
Made to sign contract in Russian, dumped in battlefield after basic training on weapon handling, landmine operations, say returnees
Mon, Dec 09, 2024December 08, 2024 09:07 IST
With dedication and innovation, Pankaj now processes moringa leaves into high-quality green moringa powder, showcasing the potential of sustainable and organic farming in Punjab on a global platform.
Sun, Dec 08, 2024December 07, 2024 14:39 IST
Students who enter Canada under such packages often find themselves ineligible for PGWP upon completing their studies, leaving them in a precarious situation.
Sat, Dec 07, 2024December 05, 2024 10:09 IST
Citing data from the National Cancer Registry Program under the Indian Council of Medical Research, Seechewal revealed that India recorded 1.4 million new cancer cases in 2022
Thu, Dec 05, 2024December 04, 2024 14:48 IST
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada has been sending emails to international students highlighting issues related to their study permits or education records.
Wed, Dec 04, 2024December 01, 2024 13:27 IST
Ekam Kisan Hut inspires farmers to process their crops, embrace diversification, and earn fairer prices
Sun, Dec 01, 2024November 30, 2024 11:48 IST
Canada has recently announced several changes to its international student program.
Sat, Nov 30, 2024November 28, 2024 18:20 IST
Despite recording the highest-ever area under rice cultivation this year, Punjab is expected to face a shortfall in paddy procurement by 14 LMT. We explain.
Fri, Nov 29, 2024November 28, 2024 15:39 IST
As Canada mulls removing LMIA from the Comprehensive Ranking System, students seeking to apply and secure permanent residency there may actually stand to benefit from the changed rules.
Fri, Nov 29, 2024November 24, 2024 12:04 IST
Homemaker to successful farmer and dairy entrepreneur
Sun, Nov 24, 2024November 23, 2024 13:32 IST
The AAP's Dr Ishank Kumar defeated Congress's Ranjit Kumar by a margin of 28,690 votes in Chabbewal.
Sat, Nov 23, 2024November 19, 2024 18:24 IST
A look at the candidates fielded by the AAP, Congress, and BJP for the bypoll to the Chabbewal (reserved) seat in Punjab.
Tue, Nov 19, 2024November 19, 2024 12:34 IST
The voting will be conducted from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm and the counting of votes will take place on November 23.
Tue, Nov 19, 2024November 19, 2024 11:00 IST
Four districts report zero incidents
Tue, Nov 19, 2024November 18, 2024 08:55 IST
IFFCO has been doing several trials to boost the confidence among farmers regarding its usage and there are several farmers who have used it under IFFCO’ recommendation are waiting for the results.
Mon, Nov 18, 2024November 17, 2024 09:08 IST
61-year-old Dalip Singh's farming philosophy challenges the conventional reliance on seasonal harvests.
Mon, Nov 18, 2024November 16, 2024 14:34 IST
This comes just months before Canada will do away with automatic 10-year visas, in what signals a significant tightening of the country’s immigration policies
Sun, Nov 17, 2024November 16, 2024 10:25 IST
The decline in approvals, coupled with the end of the automatic 10-year visa, highlights a significant tightening of Canada’s immigration policies,
Sun, Nov 17, 2024November 15, 2024 11:30 IST
The report was released during the Italian Days on Higher Education (IDOHE), an international study fair dedicated to higher education opportunities in Italy.
Fri, Nov 15, 2024November 15, 2024 11:25 IST
From 1,156 Indian students in Italy in 2014, number went up to 6,148 in 2023: Report
Fri, Nov 15, 2024November 14, 2024 12:23 IST
Why is north India blanketed by smog every winter? Why has smog appeared earlier this year? We explain the basics and beyond.
Fri, Nov 15, 2024November 13, 2024 11:46 IST
To further speed up the process, farmers sometimes sprinkle a small amount of urea on the pile.
Wed, Nov 13, 2024November 13, 2024 10:47 IST
Chandigarh Pollution Control Committee sources raise concerns about air pollution monitoring across Punjab as experts attribute the reason to discrepancies in its Air Quality Index calculations.
Wed, Nov 13, 2024November 12, 2024 14:32 IST
A total of 17,003 residue-burning events were detected in these states from September 15 to November 10, the ICAR said.
Wed, Nov 13, 2024November 11, 2024 14:29 IST
Canada has sought to restrict the entry of immigrants through various measures, including ending the SDS visa expedition program. But the non-SDS route is also viable, say experts.
Tue, Jan 14, 2025