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…