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Ordinance to up SC judges from 33 to 37 promulgated

President promulgated ordinance to increase Supreme Court judges’ strength from 33 to 37, bringing the total to 38 including the CJI. This move aims to address the mounting pendency of over 90,000 cases before the apex court. The ordinance will be presented for replacement by a bill in the upcoming monsoon session.

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Weather & then war lead to tears in India’s onion basket

Maharashtra’s onion farmers face devastating losses as prices plummet far below production costs. A combination of bumper harvests, weak demand, export disruptions, and unseasonal rains has led to crops rotting and farmers selling at a significant deficit. Many are demanding government intervention and compensation for their distress.

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Kharif output dips by over 10% across states in El Niño years: Study

El Niño’s shadow looms over India’s monsoon. Past El Niño years saw key kharif crops like paddy and maize suffer over 10% output reduction in numerous districts. This study highlights vulnerable areas and stresses the need for district-level climate-resilient planning. Policymakers are urged to strengthen contingency plans for drought-tolerant varieties and efficient water management to

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