Bidar Students Earn Rs 1 Lakh via Organic Farming Programme
Under NMNF, 65 horticulture students in Bidar gain practical skills in organic farming, generating profit & fostering entrepreneurship. Learn about their success story.
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1925: The Day India Abolished Cotton Excise Duty
On March 1, 1925, the Indian government abolished the excise duty on cotton, a landmark move that revitalized the domestic textile industry and boosted economic self-reliance. Discover the full story behind this pivotal fiscal decision.
5 New GI Tags for Tamil Nadu, Total Now 74
Tamil Nadu's GI list grows with Woraiyur sarees, Thooyamalli rice, Ambasamudram toys, Namakkal stoneware & Kavindapadi sugar. Discover the heritage & craftsmanship behind these unique products.
Meghalaya Aims for 1 Lakh Hectares Organic Land by 2028
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma declares organic farming intrinsic to state's identity at NE India Organic Week. State targets certifying 1 lakh hectares as organic by 2028, promoting global knowledge sharing.
Gyros Organic Farms raises funding to scale rural entrepreneurship
Gyros Organic Farms raises funding to scale its rural micro-entrepreneurship model, empowering women and accelerating India's pure food movement with chemical-free produce.
MSU creates herbal fabric against mosquitoes, bacteria, UV
MSU researchers develop herbal-treated cotton fabric with 98% antibacterial effectiveness, mosquito repellency, and UV protection. Eco-friendly innovation set to transform protective clothing.
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.
Women SHGs to Supply Vegetables to Govt Schools in AP
Andhra Pradesh government replaces contractors with women self-help groups for vegetable supply to educational institutions. 90% subsidy on godowns & bank loans offered. Read more!
Farming: The Ultimate Teacher for Modern Children
Discover how farming helps children develop emotional stability, patience, and resilience in today's fast-paced world. Learn why schools are integrating agriculture into curriculum.
UP Farmers Advised to Grow High-Value Spices & Medicinal Crops
UP's Horticulture Minister urges farmers to adopt spice & medicinal cultivation for higher income. India's spice market, valued at ₹2 lakh crore, is set to hit ₹5 lakh crore by 2033. Learn how farmers can benefit.
Fish Farming Revolution in Haryana Brings High Returns
Haryana's fish farming sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, offering farmers 3-4 times higher profits than traditional crops. Discover how this aquatic revolution is transforming rural livelihoods.
Mizoram Named Ginger Capital of India
Mizoram officially becomes India's ginger capital, recognizing its superior quality production and boosting Northeast agricultural exports. Discover how this transforms regional economy.
Telangana Farmers Seek Governor's Help Over Cotton Crisis
Telangana Agriculture Commission meets Governor over cotton farmers' struggles with CCI procurement delays, cyclone losses, and new Seed Act concerns. Read the full update.
NY-NJ Port Authority Director Rick Cotton to Retire
Rick Cotton, executive director of Port Authority of NY & NJ, announces January retirement after transformative infrastructure projects including LaGuardia Airport overhaul. Read about his legacy.
Cows and Jazz: Science Behind Music's Effect on Cattle
Discover how jazz and calming music reduce stress in cows, improve milk production, and enhance animal welfare. Farmers report remarkable results with musical therapy.
AI Farming Revolution Transforms Indian Agriculture
Discover how AI-powered farming can boost yields by 40-50%, save water, and create 50,000 rural jobs. India's next green revolution is digital and data-driven.
Drone Didi Project Transforms Indian Agriculture
PM Modi's Drone Didi scheme empowers 15,000 women with agricultural drones, boosting crop yields and creating rural entrepreneurship. Discover how this initiative is changing farming.
India's Digital Agriculture Mission: AgriStack Launch
India launches Digital Agriculture Mission with AgriStack and Farmer ID to transform farming through technology. Learn how this initiative will benefit farmers and modernize agriculture.
Jharkhand Women Train in Assam for Pearl Farming
Farmers from Jharkhand, led by women entrepreneurs, undergo artificial pearl culture training at Cotton University. Learn how this initiative creates business opportunities and economic empowerment.
PM Modi's Natural Farming Vision at Coimbatore Summit
PM Modi inaugurates South India Natural Farming Summit 2025, emphasizes indigenous farming methods, and releases ₹18,000 crore PM-KISAN installment benefiting 9 crore farmers nationwide.
Schoolgirls' Banners Grab PM Modi's Attention
Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally invited two schoolgirls at the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 after their handwritten banners caught his eye. Read about this inspiring interaction.
Modi: Bihar Winds Reach Tamil Nadu at Farming Summit
PM Modi addresses farmers in Coimbatore, references NDA's Bihar victory while launching South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 and disbursing ₹18,000 crore under PM-KISAN.
Tripura's Organic Products Gain Global Attention at Dubai Expo
Tripura's agriculture minister showcases state's organic products at MENOPE Dubai. GI-tagged queen pineapple, fragrant rice varieties attract international buyers. Explore Tripura's organic farming success.
India Tops Global Agricultural Methane Emissions
India emerges as world's largest methane emitter from agriculture, contributing 14% of global livestock emissions. UN report highlights urgent need for sustainable farming practices.
Akshayakalpa Organic Enters Maharashtra Market
Organic dairy leader Akshayakalpa announces Maharashtra expansion with 50 collection centers. The Bengaluru-based company aims to revolutionize organic farming in new markets.
Krishi Mela Draws 5.4 Lakh Visitors with Agri-Tech Focus
Bengaluru's Krishi Mela concludes with record 5.416 lakh visitors, showcasing cutting-edge agricultural technologies and innovations for modern farmers. Discover the future of farming!
Palamu's Poppy Farmers Turn to Legal Crops
Palamu district witnesses historic shift as illegal poppy growers embrace mustard, potatoes & pulses. Police outreach and court sentences drive agricultural transformation in Kekargarh.
Tharoor Condemns Assam Minister's Gobi Farming Remark
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor criticizes Assam minister's controversial social media post about Gobi farmers. Political backlash grows over insensitive remarks.
Maharashtra Cotton Farming Area Declines Sharply
Maharashtra's cotton cultivation shrinks by 4.59 lakh hectares as high labor costs push farmers to soybean. Production expected to fall to 87.63 lakh bales in 2024-25. Read full analysis.
Krishi Mela 2025 Inaugurated: Focus on Sustainable Farming
Krishi Mela 2025 inaugurated with emphasis on climate-smart agriculture and technology to combat water scarcity and soil degradation. Learn how Karnataka is transforming farming.
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