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January 8, 2024 10:51 AM

Amit Shah to chair National PACS Mega Conclave today in Delhi

Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the 'National PACS Mega Conclave’ on ‘Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi today. The Mega Conclave is being organized by the Ministry of Cooperation in collaboration with t...

December 20, 2023 11:21 AM

Centre consolidates soil health initiatives for enhanced agricultural productivity

In a bid to enhance soil health and productivity on a national scale, the Centre has merged the soil health management and soil health card schemes into the soil health & fertility component of the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY). Since its...

December 11, 2023 3:55 PM

COP28’s Food, Agriculture, and Water Day: major commitments and announcements

COP28’s Food, Agriculture, and Water Day witnessed significant developments as nations made major commitments to address climate impacts and strive to maintain the 1.5°C target. Key announcements on global water scarcity and food security were mad...

December 6, 2023 3:59 PM

Govt Agricultural Schemes: Empowering farmers and ensuring financial security

India's agricultural sector has undergone a remarkable transformation with the government's strategic initiatives. From the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) providing annual financial aid to over 11 crore farmers, totaling Rs. 2.81 lakh ...

November 30, 2023 9:06 AM

Cabinet approves providing 15,000 drones to women Self Help Groups

The scheme aims to provide drones to 15,000 selected Women SHGs during the period 2023-24 to 2025-2026 for providing rental services to farmers for agriculture purpose. The Union Cabinet has greenlit a visionary scheme aimed at empowering women thro...

November 29, 2023 5:09 PM

Union Cabinet approves five-year extension for Garib Kalyan food grain program

The Union Cabinet has given the nod for the extension of the Garib Kalyan Food Grain Program for an additional five years. The decision, announced on Wednesday, entails the government continuing to provide free grains to eligible citizens through the...

November 20, 2023 3:15 PM

UAE’s pioneering Bustanica vertical farm gears up for COP28, showcasing green initiatives

As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) prepares to host the upcoming V the nation is spotlighting its progressive environmental efforts, with a particular focus on Bustanica, the world's largest vertical farm. Unveiled last year, this agricultural marvel ...

November 14, 2023 2:33 PM

33rd Conference of WOAH Regional Commission explores ways to fight infectious animal disease

In a significant stride towards advancing animal health and husbandry, India is hosting the 33rd Conference of World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) Regional Commission for Asia and Pacific in New Delhi. This 4-day event is scheduled from Novem...

November 10, 2023 2:41 PM

Addressing stubble burning: Indian Agricultural Research Institute develops short-duration crop variety

Food grains play a pivotal role in providing energy and ensuring food and nutritional security. However, the aftermath of crop harvesting, both on and off the farm, leads to substantial residue accumulation. In northern India, particularly Delhi, the...

November 7, 2023 1:47 PM

Centre launches ‘Bharat Atta’ at subsidised rate of Rs 27.50/Kg ahead of Diwali

In a move to alleviate the impact of food inflation on the public, the Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution, Piyush Goyal, launched the sale of of 'Bharat Atta' (wheat flour) at subsidized rates of Rs 27.50 per kilogram....

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