India’s summer crop sowing has gained momentum in 2026, with total area coverage reaching 21.30 lakh hectare as of February 20. The latest data released by the government indicates an overall increase of 0.92 lakh hectare compared to the corresponding period last year. The figures reflect encouraging trends in pulses,…
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Narendra Modi Signs First Files at Seva Teerth, Launches PM RAHAT Scheme
New Delhi, February 13, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed a series of major policy approvals from his new office complex, Seva Teerth, marking a symbolic and operational shift in India’s governance framework. The decisions focus on strengthening healthcare access, empowering women, boosting farmers’ infrastructure, and accelerating startup growth. Seva…
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Chhattisgarh to Boost Farmers’ Income with Modern Agriculture
Raipur: Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, announced major initiatives to enhance agriculture and rural development in Chhattisgarh during a state-level review meeting on 31st January 2026. Highlighting the state’s remarkable progress, he stated that a scientific–farmer–administrative coordination team will be formed to promote crop…
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PM Modi Highlights Farmers Importance Through Sanskrit Subhashitam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a timeless Sanskrit Subhashitam on social media today, highlighting the crucial role of farmers in society. The verse states: “सुवर्ण-रौप्य-माणिक्य-वसनैरपि पूरिताः। तथापि प्रार्थयन्त्येव कृषकान् भक्ततृष्णया।।” It emphasizes that even when individuals possess gold, silver, rubies, and luxurious garments, they still depend on farmers for sustenance…
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Amit Shah Hails India–New Zealand FTA as Trade Diplomacy Milestone
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah has hailed the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a landmark achievement in India’s evolving trade diplomacy, stating that it reflects the Modi government’s people-centric foreign policy and sets a new benchmark for global economic engagement. In a public…
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Rabi 2025-26 Crop Sowing Up by 8 Lakh Hectares: Key Trends
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare has reported significant progress in Rabi crop sowing for the 2025-26 season. As of 19th December 2025, total Rabi coverage has reached 580.70 lakh hectares, marking an increase of 8.12 lakh hectares compared to the corresponding period last year. Wheat and Rice Sowing…
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PM-KISAN: Impact, Reach and Financial Outlays Explained
The Central Government’s PM-KISAN scheme, launched in February 2019, has become a cornerstone of direct income support for cultivator families. Designed to supplement the financial needs of farmers with cultivable land, PM-KISAN provides ₹6,000 per year in three equal instalments directly into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. As of the latest government…
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Urges Farmer-Centric NHB Reforms
The 33rd meeting of the National Horticulture Board (NHB) was held at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi, on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Minister of State for Agriculture Shri Ramnath Thakur, senior officials from the agriculture ecosystem, and representatives from the…
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India Expands Digital Literacy for Farmers with AI Tools
India is accelerating its efforts to improve digital literacy among farmers through a combination of AI-powered tools, local-language applications, and community-based support centres. With smartphones becoming more affordable and telecom connectivity reaching even remote locations, the government aims to ensure that every farmer including those without personal devices can access…
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International Organic Event Kicks Off in Shillong
Shillong, Meghalaya – The four-day international organic event, featuring the APEDA Buyer–Seller Meet, the 1st Northeast India Organic Week, and the 4th IFOAM World Organic Youth Summit, was inaugurated today at the Courtyard by Marriott, Shillong. The program, running from 28 November to 1 December 2025, has brought together global…