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The Indian rupee weakened by 13 paise against the US dollar on Thursday, closing at ₹95.96 per dollar.The domestic currency opened at ₹95.83 against the US dollar and fluctuated throughout the trading session. It eventually closed at ₹95.96, down 13 paise from the opening level.At close, the Sensex was down 1,247.71 points or 1.67 percent at 73,580.54, and the Nifty was down 383.70 points or 1.64 percent at 23,063.10. About 1400 shares advanced, 2772 shares declined, and 169 shares unchanged.read more :- East, Central India May Get More Rain

Higher rainfall likely in East and Central India during the final phase of the monsoon; El Niño projected to persist until 2027New Delhi: Rainfall activity is expected to intensify in East and Central India during the final phase of the monsoon's withdrawal. According to a report by Dolat Capital, as the monsoon withdraws from Northwest India, the final weeks could bring increased rainfall to the eastern and central regions. The report also forecasts a strengthening of El Niño and predicts it will persist until 2027.According to the report, the most significant improvement in rainfall conditions has been observed in East and Northeast India, where the rainfall deficit narrowed from 29% last week to 27%. The Southern Peninsula also saw improvement, with the deficit dropping from 28% to 26%. The rainfall deficit in Central India remained stable at around 6%, while in Northwest India, it rose from 9% to 10%. At the all-India level, the rainfall deficit held steady at 15%.Meanwhile, a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is moving towards the east coast. It is likely to intensify further before making landfall, potentially sustaining rainfall activity across East and Central India.In the agricultural sector, total sowing of Kharif crops reached 1,103.9 lakh hectares by September 18. The total deficit compared to the same period last year narrowed to 15.1 lakh hectares, down from the 16 lakh hectare deficit recorded the previous week.For the first time this season, the acreage under oilseeds exceeded last year's figures, while pulse sowing remained largely stable. Rice sowing continues to lag; the area covered stood at 429.3 lakh hectares, compared to 445.9 lakh hectares last year, narrowing the deficit from 17.0 lakh hectares to 16.6 lakh hectares. The cotton acreage stood at 109.6 lakh hectares, compared to 110.6 lakh hectares the previous year, marking a reduction of 1 lakh hectares in sowing.There were no significant changes in the acreage for sugarcane, jute, and mesta. Water levels in reservoirs across central and western India remained above the 10-year average, whereas the southern peninsula lagged in both sowing progress and reservoir levels.According to Dolat Capital, El Niño has intensified significantly and could emerge as one of the strongest events on record; the report projects it to persist until 2027.read more :- Maharashtra Drought Relief Begins

Drought-like conditions raise concerns in Maharashtra; immediate relief announced for farmers.Drought-like conditions have emerged in several parts of Maharashtra due to a weak monsoon and a prolonged rainfall deficit. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has stated that the state government will provide immediate relief to affected farmers without waiting for financial assistance from the Centre. He announced that the first notification regarding drought-mitigation measures would be issued by Saturday.Speaking to reporters after a cabinet meeting, the Chief Minister said that the process of conducting damage assessments (*panchanamas*) would begin on September 23. Although this process was originally scheduled to start on October 5, it has been advanced due to the severity of the damage. Soybean, maize, and cotton crops have suffered significant damage in the current situation. Additionally, the paddy crop in the Konkan region has also been affected.**Cabinet sub-committee formed for relief**To provide relief to farmers and make swift decisions based on the situation, the government has constituted a cabinet sub-committee headed by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule. The committee has been granted powers equivalent to the cabinet, and Chief Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will serve as its secretary. The committee will review reports received from affected areas on a weekly basis; however, major policy decisions will be taken at the state cabinet level.**Chief Minister and ministers to visit affected areas**Fadnavis stated that he would visit the affected areas starting September 23. Ministers and public representatives will also visit these regions to interact with farmers and assess the situation on the ground. The subsequent relief process will be determined based on the damage assessments and crop loss surveys.The state government will prepare a separate proposal under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) norms to seek financial assistance from the Centre; this implies that central aid has not yet been approved. The government has emphasized prioritizing the supply of drinking water and cattle fodder. Plans are being formulated to arrange for water and fodder for the next 7 to 8 months in coordination with local bodies.read more :-The rupee opened at 95.83 against the dollar, down by 9 paise.

The rupee had closed at 95.74 on Wednesday, whereas today it opened at 95.83 per dollar, a decline of 9 paise.Amid weak global cues, Indian markets opened lower, with the Nifty slipping below the 23,300 mark. The Sensex fell 573.95 points (0.77%) to 74,254.30, while the Nifty dropped 202.90 points (0.87%) to 23,243.90.Read More :- ₹45.49 Crore Aid for Cotton Farmers

Maharashtra: Additional Aid of ₹45.49 Crore for Pachora-Bhadgaon Cotton FarmersJalgaon, Maharashtra: Farmers in the Pachora and Bhadgaon talukas of Jalgaon district, whose cotton crops were damaged by heavy rainfall in September 2025, will now receive additional assistance. The Maharashtra government has sanctioned a total of ₹45,48,76,000—approximately ₹45.49 crore—in additional aid for both talukas. A government resolution regarding this has been issued.In the initial damage assessment reports (*panchanamas*) prepared after the heavy rains, some of the affected lands were recorded as *Jirayati* (dryland/rain-fed) land. Consequently, the farmers concerned received aid at the rate of ₹8,500 per hectare. Later, these lands were reclassified as *Bagayati* (irrigated) land. Accordingly, the aid rate was set at ₹17,000 per hectare. The difference between the two rates will now be provided to the farmers as additional assistance.**Kishor Patil Raised the Issue**Kishor Patil, the MLA for the Pachora-Bhadgaon assembly constituency, raised this matter with the government to ensure the farmers received fair assistance. Subsequently, revised damage assessment reports were prepared. The MLA presented the farmers' demands through meetings and correspondence with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Sunetra Pawar, and Relief and Rehabilitation Minister Makarand Jadhav. Following this, the additional aid was approved during a meeting of the cabinet sub-committee.**₹27.23 Crore for Pachora, ₹18.26 Crore for Bhadgaon**For Pachora taluka, ₹27,22,92,000 has been sanctioned. This includes ₹26.50 crore for 31,176 hectares of affected land within the 0–2 hectare range and ₹72.90 lakh for 857 hectares in the additional 2–3 hectare range.For Bhadgaon taluka, ₹18,25,84,000 has been sanctioned. This includes ₹14 crore 60 lakh 67 thousand for an area of 17,184 hectares falling within the 0 to 2-hectare range, and ₹3 crore 65 lakh 17 thousand for 4,296 hectares falling within the additional 2 to 3-hectare range.The approved assistance will be deposited directly into the farmers' bank accounts via DBT. Furthermore, instructions have been issued ensuring that the relief amount provided for natural calamities is not used for the recovery of outstanding loans.read more :- Indian Rupee Falls 18 Paise to Close at 95.74 Against US Dollar.

The Indian rupee weakened by 18 paise against the US dollar on Wednesday, closing at ₹95.74 per dollar.The domestic currency opened at ₹95.56 against the US dollar and fluctuated throughout the trading session. It eventually closed at ₹95.74, down 18 paise from the opening level.At close, the Sensex was up 299.17 points or 0.40 percent at 74,828.25, and the Nifty was up 117.80 points or 0.50 percent at 23,446.80. About 2674 shares advanced, 1531 shares declined, and 169 shares unchanged.read more :- Yavatmal Drought Hurts Cotton, Soybean

Drought-like conditions in Yavatmal; soybean and cotton crops affected; farmers seek immediate reliefYavatmal: Drought-like conditions have emerged in Maharashtra's Yavatmal district, particularly in the Pusad tehsil, due to a lack of rainfall. The rainfall deficit has impacted soybean and cotton crops. According to farmers, crops in many fields have been severely affected. The situation arising as early as September has heightened farmers' concerns; they also fear impending crises regarding water, fodder, and employment.Farmer Manish Jadhav stated that the financial condition of farmers has weakened due to crop failures over three consecutive years. He noted that the damage to soybean and cotton crops is creating an employment crisis not only for farmers but also for farm laborers. He mentioned that some laborers are migrating to other regions in search of work. Jadhav demanded immediate relief of ₹1 lakh per hectare—without stringent conditions—and the provision of crop insurance benefits for the affected farmers.Farmer Durgadas Rathod stated that he had spent approximately ₹20,000 to ₹25,000 per acre on soybean cultivation. According to him, the crop damage has made it difficult to even recover the cost of cultivation. He expressed concern regarding household expenses, his children's education, and the arrangement of fodder for livestock. Rathod urged the government to provide compensation to the farmers.Farmer Sachin Sakhre said that the disruption in farming activities is exacerbating the employment crisis for farm laborers. He noted that some families are moving towards cities and industrial areas in search of jobs.Meanwhile, farmer Aditya Jadhav demanded that the administration provide immediate relief and take necessary measures for the affected families. The farmers assert that, given the current situation, financial assistance and crop insurance benefits are essential, rather than mere assurances.read more :-  The rupee opened at 95.56 against the dollar, registering a gain of 3 paise.

On September 23, the Indian rupee opened with a marginal gain against the US dollar.The rupee had closed at 95.59 on Tuesday, whereas today it opened at 95.56 per dollar, up by 3 paise.At 9:16 AM, the BSE Sensex was trading 163 points or 0.22 percent higher at 74,692.59, while the NSE was hovering around 23,385, up by approximately 56.85 points or 0.24 percent.Read More :-  Unava Cotton Auction Opens at ₹2,525

Cotton Auction Begins at Unava Market, Gujarat; Prices Reach ₹2,525Gujarat: Cotton auctions have commenced at the Unava market yard near Unjha. On the first day, an arrival of 100 maunds of cotton was recorded. During the auction, the maximum price for cotton stood at ₹2,525 per maund, while the minimum price was recorded at ₹1,500 per maund.Prakashbhai Patel, Chairman of the Unava APMC, was present at the auction alongside other directors.In addition to cotton, other agricultural commodities were also auctioned at the market yard. A total of 341 bags of castor seeds arrived, with prices ranging between ₹1,500 and ₹1,525 per maund.Mustard seeds were also auctioned; a total of 12 bags arrived, and the price was recorded at ₹1,480 per maund.Thus, on the opening day of cotton auctions at the Unava market yard, castor seeds and mustard were auctioned alongside cotton.The available information does not specify the cotton variety, quality, or the exact date of the auction; therefore, no additional estimates or claims regarding these details have been included in this report.read more :- Rupee higher 16 paise against US dollar to close at ₹95.59

The Indian rupee higher by 16 paise against the US dollar on Tuesday, closing at ₹95.59 per dollar.The domestic currency opened at ₹95.75 against the US dollar and fluctuated throughout the trading session. It eventually closed at ₹95.59, up 13 paise from the previous opening level.At close, the Sensex was down 329.91 points or 0.44 percent at 74,529.08, and the Nifty was down 85.30 points or 0.36 percent at 23,329. About 2074 shares advanced, 2090 shares declined, and 187 shares unchanged.read more :- CCI Cotton Prices Fall, Sales Reach 94.29 Lakh Bales

State-wise CCI Cotton Sales Details – 2025-26 SeasonThe Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) decreased its cotton candy prices by upto ₹1,600-₹2,000 per candy during this week . CCI has sold approximately 94,29,700 cotton bales for the 2025-26 season. Sales are highly concentrated in a few major cotton-producing states, Maharashtra, Telangana and Gujarat emerging as the leading contributors.