Negi said. Negi pointed out that Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Uttarakhand, which are major apple-producing states, received no special provisions in the budget. "Earlier, the government ...

The Union Budget 2025-26 has triggered contrasting reactions in Himachal Pradesh. Government employees welcome tax relief, ...

Hariman Sharma, once mocked for his idea of apple cultivation in the lower parts of Himachal Pradesh — an area known for oranges and mangoes — has now been honoured with the prestigious Padma ...

The Chief Ministers of the Congress-ruled Himachal Pradesh and the Aam Aadmi Party ... and rising prices. The apple growers of the State, who contribute significantly to the State’s economy ...

As the Union Government prepares to present the upcoming budget, people from different industries and fields in Himachal ...

Himachal Pradesh, known as the fruit bowl of India, has been witnessing decrease in apple production. In 2024 2.09 crore boxes of apples were produced, in 2023 it was 2.11 crore boxes, in 2022 ...

The Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26, presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has sparked mixed reactions across Himachal Pradesh. While government employees are pleased ...

but it benefits apple farmers and boosts tourism. Authorities clear roads as a yellow cold wave warning persists. In a recent update, Himachal Pradesh has turned into a stunning winter wonderland ...

Besides, the growers want the Centre to pay heed to their long-standing demand of raising the import duty on apple to 100 per cent from the current 50 per cent. According to them, 50 per cent ...