185 New Seed Varieties Launched to Boost Farm Productivity
India kicks off 2026 with 185 new high-yielding seed varieties for cotton, rice, and pulses. Aim: boost yields, cut imports, and revive cotton production. Key details inside.
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UP Allots Land in Pilibhit for Basmati Seed Processing Centre
UP govt approves 7-acre land lease to APEDA in Pilibhit for a basmati seed processing, training, and research facility. Aimed at boosting export-quality production with a 70-year lease plan. Read more.
UP Agriculture Dept Spends Just 45% of Budget
Uttar Pradesh's agriculture department has utilized only 45% of its Rs 8,620 crore budget for 2025-26, with major schemes like seed parks and PM-KUSUM seeing no expenditure. Key details inside.
US pledges $10B to UN humanitarian aid, reversing Trump cuts
The US commits billions to UN humanitarian aid, marking a stark reversal from the Trump administration's funding slashes. Discover the global impact.
49ers Face Bears Without Kittle; Claire Steals Show
San Francisco 49ers face Chicago Bears without star TE George Kittle due to ankle injury. As team adjusts, wife Claire's fashion moment becomes talk of the night. Details inside.
Minnesota Daycare Fraud: YouTuber Claims $1.9M Govt Fund Misuse
YouTuber Nick Shirley alleges massive fraud in Minnesota daycares, showing a closed centre that received $1.9 million in government funding. Calls for accountability.
Haryana farmer's black onion seed success story
Discover how Ram Pal Saini, an MCom graduate from Kurukshetra, turned black onion seed cultivation into a multi-million rupee agri-business, earning up to Rs 6 lakh per acre. Learn his secrets to success.
4 Health Benefits of Daily Sauf Water
Discover how traditional sauf water, made from soaked fennel seeds, offers science-backed benefits for digestion, metabolism, hormonal balance, and oral health. Learn the right way to consume it.
9 Arrested in Italy for Alleged Hamas Funding via Charities
Italian police arrest nine individuals accused of financing Hamas through a network of charities. The crackdown reveals a complex money trail across Europe.
US Research Cuts Hit Pittsburgh Universities, Cost Jobs
Federal research funding cuts under Trump disrupted US universities. Pittsburgh lost $24M & 104 jobs. Academic freedom and critical health disparity studies are under threat. Explore the impact.
Punjab's First Maize Hybrid Seed Trial Succeeds
ICAR-IIMR Ludhiana's successful maize hybrid seed trial in Punjab promises to slash cultivation costs, double farmer income, and reduce dependency on southern India for seeds. Discover how this breakthrough aids local seed production.
Bee Decline Cuts Onion Seed Yield by 60%, Pune Team Acts
Bee population collapse, driven by pesticides & climate change, slashes onion seed production by 60%. Pune's Bee Basket rescues hives, trains rescuers to safeguard India's food future. Read how.
Bezos on Amazon's early struggles: 40 investors said no
Jeff Bezos reveals the gruelling early days of Amazon, facing 40 investor rejections. He admits his blunt honesty about risks may have cost him funding. Discover the story behind the $2.38 trillion giant's humble start.
70,000+ Gorakhpur Farmers Benefit from Seed Subsidy DBT
Yogi Adityanath govt's Direct Benefit Transfer scheme for seeds slashes cultivation costs for 70,263 farmers in Gorakhpur division. Full transparency, zero rejections reported. Read how DBT is transforming agriculture.
Quintrans raises $750K pre-seed funding from Capital-A
Pune-based deep-tech startup Quintrans, founded by four MIT-WPU engineers, raises $750K pre-seed funding. The capital will fuel R&D and expansion of their indigenous linear motion systems.
Electoral Trusts Channel Rs 3,811 Crore in Corporate Donations
Post-electoral bonds, corporate donations via trusts hit Rs 3,811 crore in 2024-25. BJP received the lion's share, with Tata, Jindal, Mahindra as top donors. Explore the data.
Lottery Firm Gives Rs 110 Cr to Tamil Nadu Parties
Kolkata-based Tiger Associates donated Rs 110 crore to DMK and AIADMK in 2024-25, becoming their largest donor. Explore the details of political funding and corporate contributions in Tamil Nadu.
IIIT Delhi Director Resigns Over Foreign Funding MoU Row
IIIT Delhi director Ranjan Bose resigns after LG office flags lack of approval for MoUs with Gates Foundation & Skykraft. Details on funding, show-cause notice, and controversy inside.
Israel Tech Funding Hits $15.6B in 2025, Defying Odds
Israel's tech sector shows remarkable resilience in 2025, securing $15.6 billion in funding. Discover how strategic investments and AI are driving growth despite geopolitical challenges.
BJP gets 12 times Congress funding in 2024-25
BJP received over ₹6,000 crore in political donations in 2024-25, 12 times Congress' ₹522 crore. Electoral trusts dominate funding post-SC scrapping electoral bonds. Full donor list revealed.
BJP gets Rs 3,577 Cr via electoral trusts post-bond ban
After the electoral bond scheme was scrapped, BJP's donations via electoral trusts surged over four-fold to Rs 3,577.5 crore in 2024-25, capturing 83.6% of all trust funds. Explore the data.
TDP, Jana Sena 2024-25 Donors: Pharma, Solar Firms Lead
The ruling TDP and ally Jana Sena in Andhra Pradesh received bulk funds from pharma, solar, and real estate firms in 2024-25, as per EC reports. TDP's donations dipped to Rs 83.03 crore. Explore the key donors and trends.
UPSC Key Dec 21: Gaganyaan Tests, Funding & Atomic Act
ISRO conducts critical parachute tests for Gaganyaan, political funding via trusts triples post-electoral bonds, and the legacy of India's first Atomic Energy Act. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
Rams Collapse vs Seahawks, Lose 38-37 in OT
The LA Rams squandered a 16-point 4th-quarter lead, losing 38-37 in OT to the Seattle Seahawks. Controversial officiating and a Matthew Stafford masterclass couldn't prevent a defeat that hurts their NFC top seed chances. Read the full analysis.
Bagalkot Horticulture University in Rs 50 Cr Fund Crisis
Karnataka's sole University of Horticultural Sciences in Bagalkot faces a severe financial crunch. With a Rs 50 crore annual shortfall, staff salaries and vital research are at risk. Experts demand urgent government intervention.
Telangana's ₹1,500 Cr MGNREGS Burden Under New Funding
Proposed changes to MGNREGS, now Viksit Bharat Rozgar Mission, could cost Telangana ₹1000-1500 crore yearly. State studies implications as Centre shifts to 60:40 cost-sharing. Read more.
LatentForce raises $1.7M seed funding for AI-driven software
AI startup LatentForce raises $1.7M in seed funding led by Ideaspring Capital and Yali Capital to accelerate its agentic AI platform for enterprise software modernisation. Read more.
US Appeals Harvard $2.7B Funding Ruling
The Trump administration appeals a court order to restore $2.7 billion in frozen research funds to Harvard University. Explore the legal battle's implications for university autonomy and federal oversight in India.
India's startup funding falls 17% in 2025: Tracxn
Indian tech startups raised $10.5B in 2025, a 17% YoY decline. However, IPO exits surged 17% and acquisitions rose, signaling a maturing, resilient ecosystem. Read the full analysis.
India Tech Startup Funding Falls 17% in 2025: Tracxn Report
India's tech startup funding declined to $10.5 billion in 2025, down 17% YoY. Early-stage deals rose 7%, while seed and late-stage fell sharply. Discover key trends and sector insights.
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