Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, on Saturday described the India-United States trade deal as historic and unprecedented, stating that it would provide new momentum and direction to the Indian economy. Addressing a press conference at his residence in Bhopal, the Minister…
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India Boosts Primary Agricultural Credit Societies
The Government of India is actively working to increase exports of agricultural and allied products, enhancing the country’s share in the global market. During 2024-25, India’s agricultural exports reached a total of US$ 51.9 billion, reflecting consistent growth driven by policy support and infrastructure development. APEDA Initiatives to Boost Agri…
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Rabi Crop Coverage Jumps by 20.88 Lakh Hectare
India’s rabi crop sowing for the 2025–26 agricultural season has recorded a strong and encouraging rise, with total area coverage increasing by 20.88 lakh hectare compared to the corresponding period last year. The latest data released by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare shows that rabi crop coverage stood…
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Amit Shah Stresses Cooperation for Farm Prosperity
Panchkula, Haryana: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday underscored the transformative role of cooperatives in driving sustainable agriculture and rural prosperity. Addressing a national conference organized by Krishak Bharati Cooperative Limited (KRIBHCO), Shah emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Prosperity through Cooperation,” linking agriculture, animal husbandry,…
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India New Zealand FTA Explained: Zero Duty Big Gains for India
India and New Zealand have finalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that promises zero-duty access on 100 percent of Indian exports to New Zealand, marking a major breakthrough in bilateral economic relations. Announced following a telephonic conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon,…
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Supreme Court Sets Aravalli Mining Boundaries
The Supreme Court of India, in its order dated November–December 2025, has approved scientifically robust definitions for Aravalli Hills and Ranges to regulate mining activities and protect ecology. This decision comes after a comprehensive report by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), based on inputs from multiple…
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PM Modi Lays Foundation Stone of Namrup Urea Plant in Assam
Dibrugarh (Assam): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described Assam as a rising growth engine of developed India as he performed the Bhoomi Poojan of a new ammonia-urea fertilizer plant at Namrup. Addressing a large gathering, the Prime Minister said the long-standing demand of Namrup and Dibrugarh was finally being…
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Government Details Plan to Broaden MSP Scope
The Government of India has elaborated its approach for increasing and managing the coverage of crops under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) framework. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Ramnath Thakur outlined the principles, criteria, and procurement systems designed…
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Southern States See Boost in Organic Farming Under PKVY
The Government of India is promoting organic agriculture in the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Telangana through the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY), a flagship organic farming scheme launched in 2015–16. Under PKVY, farmers are offered financial assistance of Rs. 31,500 per hectare over three years, including…
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Why India Refuses U.S. Corn Imports Despite Rising Demand
India is under growing pressure from the United States to open its market for corn imports. However, New Delhi continues to resist, citing concerns over genetically modified (GM) crops, protection of farmer livelihoods, and the strategic importance of ethanol blending in reducing oil imports. India’s Maize Landscape Despite lower yields…