New Delhi – The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare hosted a solemn farewell ceremony on Saturday to honor Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, the outgoing Secretary of the Ministry, marking his retirement after a distinguished administrative career. Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh…
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National Arogya Fair 2026 Begins in Shegaon
The holy town of Shegaon in Maharashtra’s Buldhana district is set to host the four-day National Arogya Fair 2026 from February 25 to 28, bringing India’s traditional systems of medicine under one roof. Organised by the Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with the All India Ayurvedic Congress, the mega event…
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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Reviews NAFED, Boosts MSP Procurement
Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday conducted a comprehensive review of NAFED to accelerate the proposed Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission and ensure assured procurement of pulses and oilseeds at Minimum Support Price (MSP). The high-level meeting focused on strengthening procurement systems to guarantee timely and…
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Onion Farmers Get Price Protection, Insurance Boost
The Government of India has significantly strengthened welfare measures for onion farmers through price stabilisation schemes, insurance coverage, buffer stock creation, and direct income support initiatives. These measures aim to protect farmers from sudden price crashes, ensure fair remuneration, and stabilise onion prices for consumers across the country. Budget boost…
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Budget 2026–27: Historic Push, Northeast Boost
Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, on Wednesday described the Union Budget 2026–27 as both “historic and futuristic,” asserting that it delivers a significant development boost to the Northeastern region. Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, the Minister highlighted enhanced allocations, agriculture…
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Smart Agro-Food Systems Drive India’s Climate Strategy
The Government of India has intensified efforts to transform the country’s agricultural landscape by promoting smart agro-food systems and sustainable production practices aimed at tackling climate change, resource degradation, and food security challenges. This strategic shift focuses on climate-resilient, carbon-neutral, and regenerative agriculture, supported by policy reforms, scientific research, and…
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e-NAM Platform Expands Reach, 1.79 Crore Farmers Registered
India’s digital agriculture marketplace, the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM), continues to witness steady expansion, with 1.79 crore farmers registered on the platform as of January 31, 2026. The initiative is playing a crucial role in improving market access, transparency, and price discovery for farmers, including small and marginal cultivators. The…
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Gross NPAs of Banks Fall to Historic Low of 2.15% in FY26
India’s banking sector has achieved a major milestone with the gross non-performing asset (NPA) ratio of scheduled commercial banks (SCBs) declining to a historic low of 2.15 percent as of September 2025. The figure marks the lowest level in over a decade and is even lower than levels recorded in…
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10,000 FPOs Formed, 22 Lakh Women Empowered
India has achieved a major milestone in strengthening collective farming and farmer-led enterprises with the formation of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) under the Central Sector Scheme of ‘Formation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs’. The initiative has emerged as a significant platform for empowering small and marginal farmers across the…
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Centre Signs MoU With India Post to Curb Fake Agri Inputs
In a significant step to protect Indian farmers from the menace of fake and sub-standard agricultural inputs, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Posts. The agreement establishes a standardized, faceless and fully traceable logistics system to strengthen quality…