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Odisha Agri PSUs Pay Rs 6.39 Crore Dividend

Three Odisha state PSUs in the agriculture sector paid a total dividend of Rs 6.39 crore to the government. The funds were handed over to Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. Read the full story for details.

Bank fraud amount up 30% in Apr-Sep 2025: RBI

RBI data shows a 30% surge in banking fraud amounts to Rs 21,515 crore in H1 FY26, even as the number of cases fell sharply. Public sector banks bore the brunt of the value. Read the full analysis.

Record Foodgrain Production Expected in 2025-26

India's agriculture sector is poised for record foodgrain production in 2025-26, driven by strong monsoons and GST cuts on farm inputs. Discover the key figures and policy impacts shaping the sector's future.

Farmers' Day 2025: Sustainable Agriculture & UPSC Guide

On National Farmers' Day, explore crucial sustainable farming methods & the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA). Essential reading for UPSC aspirants & eco-conscious citizens. Boost your current affairs knowledge now!

Uttar Pradesh reduces power sector debt by 25%

Uttar Pradesh slashes power sector debt by 25% while India's overall liabilities surge 40%. Discover how UP's fiscal discipline defies the national trend of rising discom debt.

Fire at Chandigarh's Sindhi Sweets, Sector 17

A late-night fire gutted Sindhi Sweets in Chandigarh's Sector 17, causing extensive damage. No injuries reported. Fire department investigates possible short circuit. Read for details.

MCG to build two new model roads in Gurgaon

Gurgaon's civic body initiates construction of two model roads in Sectors 32 and 39, featuring cycle tracks and improved drainage. Aim is to complete before next monsoon. Read details.

MP Declares 2026 as 'Agriculture Year'

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces 2026 as 'Agriculture Year' with the theme 'Prosperous Farmer: Prosperous State'. Focus on tech-driven farming and job creation. Read more.

IIP growth slows to 0.4% in October 2025

India's industrial output growth decelerated sharply to 0.4% in October 2025 from 4% in September, as fewer working days due to festivals impacted production. Read the full sectoral breakdown.

Ganjam Paddy Procurement Starts December 23

Ganjam district launches paddy procurement from Dec 23 with 36.53 quintal target. 1.56 lakh farmers registered for the process across 476 mandis. Learn key details.

India Urges Farm Machinery Shift to Green Fuels

India's Agriculture Ministry calls for transition to green fuel-based farm technologies to reduce emissions and fuel costs. Industry leaders commit to sustainable solutions.

Gadkari & Pawar NGOs Partner for AI in Agriculture

Agrovision Foundation and Agriculture Development Trust forge a historic alliance, leveraging AI to boost crop yields and farmer profits. Discover how this partnership will transform Indian agriculture.

Atish Chandra Named New Agriculture Secretary

1994-batch IAS officer Atish Chandra appointed as India's new Agriculture Secretary. He will take charge from February 2026, replacing Devesh Chaturvedi. Read about the major bureaucratic reshuffle.

Manufacturing Key to Services Growth: EAC-PM

EAC-PM Chairman S Mahendra Dev emphasizes the symbiotic link between manufacturing and services for India's growth, countering arguments for a singular focus on services.

Manufacturing vital for services sector growth: EAC-PM

EAC-PM Chairman S Mahendra Dev emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between manufacturing and services, defends manufacturing growth, and discusses formalization and inclusive growth for Viksit Bharat.

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