Rooftop Gardening Fails to Take Off in Jeypore, Odisha
Odisha's rooftop gardening initiative struggles in Jeypore with only 18 households enrolled. Lack of awareness and technical guidance cited as major hurdles. Read more.
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Jamia Millia Islamia in Global Social Connection Study
Jamia Millia Islamia researchers contribute to a major international study on social connection and health, published in Nature. Discover the key findings and India's role.
Udupi Mega Coconut Workshop on Jan 12 by Central Board
A major coconut development workshop in Udupi's Kundapur taluk on Jan 12 will showcase tech, products & incentives for farmers. Learn about robotic harvesters, value addition & more.
Gujarat, BCIL sign MoA to strengthen biotech ecosystem
Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission partners with Biotech Consortium India Limited to accelerate innovation, tech transfer, and translational cancer research. Experts highlight need for better clinical outreach.
PGI Chandigarh Wins 17 Awards at Delhi Rose Festival
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, shines at the 50th Delhi Rose Festival, winning 17 awards. Discover how their garden stole the show!
Chandigarh's Zero-Waste Chrysanthemum Show Ends Successfully
The 38th Chrysanthemum Show in Chandigarh concluded as a zero-waste event, featuring vibrant floral displays, eco-stalls, and cultural performances. Read about the prize ceremony and sustainable initiatives.
HP court fines officials Rs 5 lakh for ignoring worker's rights
Himachal Pradesh High Court imposes Rs 5 lakh fine on horticulture officials for failing to implement a tribunal's order on a daily wager's regularisation for nearly a decade. Details inside.
Ludhiana's ₹4.4 Cr Tender to Convert Waste to Biofuel
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation relaunches a ₹4.4+ crore tender to outsource horticulture waste management, aiming to convert 10-15 tonnes of daily waste into sustainable biofuel and curb illegal burning.
CM Naidu Presents Andhra's Wishlist to Union Ministers
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu meets Union ministers, seeking funds for Polavaram link, metro rail, ports, and a ₹41,000 crore horticulture package. Details inside.
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.
Scientists Vow to Cut Lab Animal Use at Vizag Conference
Hundreds of scientists at a Visakhapatnam conference commit to developing alternatives to lab animals while acknowledging their crucial role in biomedical research. Read about the key pledges and expert insights.
Delhi Winter Rose Show 2024: 99-Year-Old Legend Shares Story
The All India Winter Rose Show returns to Delhi on Dec 20-21. At 99, horticulture legend Kuldeep Saddy, who tended gardens for PMs, shares his timeless passion for roses and the event's highlights.
India's PhD Gap: 10,000 Science Doctorates vs US's 40,000
India produces only 10,000 science PhDs yearly, lagging far behind the US and China in research output. Experts warn this gap threatens the vision of a $3 trillion knowledge-based economy. Read more.
Bihar's ONOS push to make 30,000 int'l journals free for scholars
Bihar govt launches ONOS scheme to provide free access to 30,000+ global research journals, aiming to bridge the urban-rural digital divide and boost state's research profile. Read more.
Patna HC Asks Bihar Govt for Horticulture Export Infrastructure Details
Patna High Court directs Bihar govt to detail infrastructure for mango, litchi exports. Agriculture officials must submit export data. Next hearing on January 29. #Bihar #Horticulture
Punjab Offers 40-50% Subsidies to Farmers for Horticulture
Punjab's horticulture department intensifies subsidies for fruits, vegetables, flowers & mushrooms. Farmers get up to 50% aid for orchards, polyhouses & more to break wheat-paddy cycle. Learn how to avail benefits.
Century of Coffee Research at Balehonnuru Yields 13 Arabica Types
Celebrating 100 years, the Central Coffee Research Institute in Balehonnuru has released 13 high-yield arabica selections & robusta hybrids, revolutionizing India's coffee cultivation through systematic breeding. Discover the legacy.
India Acknowledges Gender Bias in Medical Research, Boosts Funding
Union government acknowledges global gender bias in medical research, citing differences in disease manifestation for women. Details Rs 400+ crore funding push via ICMR & DBT for women's health and research.
BARC's New 3000-Acre Campus in Andhra Pradesh Gets Nod
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre plans a strategic new R&D campus on 3000 acres in Anakapalli. The project, crucial for energy and national security, gets in-principle forest land approval. Read more.
Nauni Varsity Sells 19,800+ Plants on Day 1 of Sale
Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry's annual plant sale sees massive rush, selling over 19,800 plants. A wide variety of fruit, ornamental, and forestry saplings available. Hurry, sale is on until May 31!
Ludhiana Civic Body Inspects 70,000 Saplings for Planting
Ludhiana's horticulture committee, led by Deputy Mayor Prince Johar, inspected newly purchased saplings. The civic body plans to plant 70,000 trees across the city with public involvement. Read more about the green initiative.
World Soil Day Celebrated at ICAR-DCR Puttur
ICAR-DCR Puttur celebrated World Soil Day with lectures, demonstrations & soil card distribution for farmers, focusing on 'Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities'. Learn about key soil management practices.
UP Horticulture Dept's 50th Year Seminar Boosts Farmers
Uttar Pradesh's Horticulture Dept celebrated 50 years with a major seminar in Gorakhpur, launching new schemes & a rooftop gardening drive. Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh announced massive growth in plant distribution & subsidies. Read more.
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.
PAU Hosts Vibrant Two-Day Chrysanthemum Show
Punjab Agricultural University's annual chrysanthemum show showcases over 200 varieties. Explore floral beauty, expert talks, and gardening tips. A must-visit for nature lovers!
Cubbon Park Flower Show: A Bengaluru Spectacle Until Dec 7
The 11-day Cubbon Park flower show in Bengaluru is a major crowd-puller. Discover floral displays, cultural events, and stalls. Open until December 7. Plan your visit!
Gujarat GRIT Invites Research Proposals Until Dec 2025
Gujarat's policy think tank GRIT invites non-academic research proposals in key areas like Net Zero and tribal development. Apply online by Dec 15, 2025.
JMC, Universities to Study Longevity via Indigenous Science
Delhi University's Jesus and Mary College collaborates with national universities to explore longevity science, blending Himalayan wisdom with modern research under NEP's holistic framework. Discover the future of healthy living.
TN to Launch Advanced Science Research Centers
Tamil Nadu government announces two advanced basic science research institutes in Chennai and Coimbatore with international collaborations. Offering PG, PhD programs with fellowships.
Greater Noida Alpha 1 residents protest civic neglect
Residents of Alpha 1 in Greater Noida raise serious concerns over uncollected waste, sanitation issues, and security problems. RWA demands immediate action from authorities to resolve long-standing civic issues affecting daily life.
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