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…
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Supreme Court: Perennial GRAP Not Solution for Delhi Air
New Delhi, November 17, 2025: The Supreme Court on Monday warned that imposing the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) throughout the year is neither practical nor desirable as a long-term remedy for Delhi’s crippling air pollution. The bench asked the Centre to convene stakeholders and states to design a durable…
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Agricultural Education & Training: Driving India’s Farm Growth
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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GST Reforms to Boost Ladakh’s Artisans, Farmers & Tourism
Ladakh’s unique economy, rooted in its culture, geography, and traditional craftsmanship, is set for a major boost with recent GST reforms. The reduction of GST to 5% on Pashmina, apricots, handicrafts, and hotel services aims to empower artisans, farmers, and tourism workers, enhancing incomes and competitiveness. Handlooms and Pashmina Industry…
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e-NAM Adds 9 New Commodities, Now 247 Items
The Government of India has strengthened the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) by adding nine new commodities, bringing the total number of tradable items on the platform to 247. This expansion aims to provide farmers and traders with wider market access and a more transparent digital trading ecosystem. Boosting Market Integration…