Agriculture remains the backbone of India’s economy, supporting nearly half the population and contributing around 18% to GDP. To achieve the vision of “Viksit Krishi aur Samruddh Kisan” (Developed Agriculture and Prosperous Farmer), India is focusing on strengthening agricultural education, research, and training under the unified principle of “One Nation…
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India, Sri Lanka Hold 1st Joint Working Group on Agriculture
New Delhi, October 31, 2025: India and Sri Lanka convened their first Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting on Agriculture at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral cooperation in the farm sector. The session aimed to deepen collaboration across critical areas including agricultural innovation, technology exchange,…
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PM Kisan 21st Installment Before Diwali: Date & Status
The much-awaited 21st installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan) Yojana is expected to be disbursed before Diwali 2025. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, the transfer process has already started in select states, while others are likely to receive it through October.Farmers across…
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GST Reforms Boost Jharkhand’s Industry Agriculture & Tourism
Jharkhand, a mineral-rich and industrially vibrant state in eastern India, is poised for a significant economic boost following the recent GST reforms. By reducing tax rates across key sectors such as steel, iron, agriculture, forest products, and tourism, the reforms aim to lower costs, enhance affordability, and stimulate growth in…
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New Centre of Excellence Launched to Boost Agriculture in the Global South
A new Centre of Excellence has been launched to drive agricultural transformation across the Global South, strengthening collaboration and innovation among developing countries facing similar challenges. The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), in partnership with the Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS), unveiled the…