Bangladesh's textile industry lobbies for a 20% safeguard tariff on Indian yarn imports, threatening exports from Vidarbha's 45 units. This move, amid India's own cotton duty re-imposition, spells a double whammy for the sector.
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Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton & nutri-cereals, to boost productivity, cut costs, and enhance climate resilience for Indian farmers.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton and nutri-cereals, to increase yield, cut costs, and tackle climate change. Aim: reach farmers in 3 years.
India plans a dedicated R&D fund for pulses and cotton in the FY27 Union Budget to address low yields and reduce import dependence. Experts say it's key for food security.
The Miami Hurricanes, once given a 5% playoff chance, are now in the Fiesta Bowl semifinal after a Cotton Bowl win over Ohio State. Can they reach the national championship?
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.
India's duty-free cotton import window has closed, reinstating an 11% levy. This move impacts textile firms' costs and keeps raw cotton prices below MSP for Vidarbha farmers. Key details inside.
India's historic textile sector, anchored in cotton, silk, jute, and wool, is poised for a sustainable transformation. Explore the path to a green future for this vital industry.
India may soon approve its first genome-edited mustard, promising higher oil output. This follows the release of gene-edited rice and marks a strategic shift in agricultural biotechnology. Read more.
Pakistan's cotton trade faces a $1.5 billion crisis due to government indecision on GMO policy, jeopardizing exports and textile jobs. Can the industry survive?
India's cotton imports from the US skyrocketed after the 11% duty was removed, causing domestic prices to fall. CCI's low procurement adds to farmer distress. Full analysis inside.
Cotton candy pickles, tanghulu & Dubai chocolate are trending but dental experts from Zental Dental reveal they cause bad breath & bacterial growth. Learn how to protect your smile.
Bombay High Court orders CCI to disclose exact cotton procurement data from Vidarbha, highlighting a severe shortage of operational centers. Farmers face distress sales due to inadequate infrastructure. Full report by Dec 23.
A massive fire broke out at a ginning factory in Anjad, Barwani, destroying hundreds of cotton bales. Firefighters battled flames for over 9 hours. Read the full report on the incident and ongoing investigation.
One side of Nagpur's crucial Lohapul underpass near Cotton Market reopened Friday, relieving daily commuters after a complete shutdown for railway expansion work. Read about the impact and official statements.
US Admiral Frank Bradley showed a classified strike video to senators, revealing survivors on a drug boat. This intensifies the probe into Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's handling of the Venezuela operation.
Struggling with frizz and breakage? The secret might be your pillowcase. We compare silk and cotton to reveal which fabric wins for hair health, moisture, and scalp care. Discover your best option!
A staggering 61% of Punjab's cotton crop sold below MSP this season, with prices as low as Rs 3,000/quintal. Arrivals fell sharply, and new digital rules caused procurement hurdles. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
MSU researchers develop herbal-treated cotton fabric with 98% antibacterial effectiveness, mosquito repellency, and UV protection. Eco-friendly innovation set to transform protective clothing.
Telangana Agriculture Commission meets Governor over cotton farmers' struggles with CCI procurement delays, cyclone losses, and new Seed Act concerns. Read the full update.
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.
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.
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.
Despite relaxed norms, Punjab farmers avoid CCI's Kapas Kisan app, selling cotton to private buyers below MSP. CCI procurement remains minimal as tech hurdles persist.
Watch the heartwarming moment as K Das, the legendary school attendant at Bengaluru's Bishop Cotton Boys' School, rings the bell for his final time after nearly four decades of service, receiving thunderous applause from students and staff.