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From Congress strategist to BJP strongman: Himanta returns as Assam CMHimanta Biswa Sarma begins his second term as Assam Chief Minister. This marks continuity and the BJP's strong hold in the Northeast. Sarma...12 May, 2026, 01.58 PM IST- A new law in Peru treats stingless bees as rights-bearing ecological actorsPeruvian municipalities in Satipo and Nauta have granted legal rights to native stingless bees. These tiny pollinators are now recognized a...08 May, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
- ICAR–IVRI achieves breakthrough in Sahiwal breeding using advanced reproductive technologiesThe technology involves ovum pick-up, in vitro fertilization, and embryo transfer. This opens new avenues for rapid genetic improvement of ...20 Mar, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
- India clears two synthetic cattle breeds in push to lift milk outputIndia has registered two new high-yielding synthetic cattle breeds. These breeds can produce over 3,000 kg of milk in a 10-month period. Th...14 Jan, 2026, 04.19 PM IST
- Synergy of traditional farm methods and technology can make Indian agriculture self-reliant: BhagwatMohan Bhagwat emphasized India's potential for agricultural self-reliance by integrating modern technology with traditional farming and ani...23 Aug, 2025, 03.08 PM IST
- Livestock population up by 4.6%; cow count rises by 18%From 512 million in 2012 to nearly 536 million in 2019, the livestock population has increased by 4.6%, as per the 20th livestock census. C...17 Oct, 2019, 10.51 AM IST
- To promote desi cows, govt orders semen from BrazilIn 2017, the government tried to import the frozen semen from Brazil, but postponed the decision due to objection from cattle breeders.03 Sep, 2019, 06.54 AM IST
- Cattle central to farmer's life, says Radha Mohan SinghHe said cattle had an important role in the rural economy and the dairy sector will play a significant part in achieving PM’s goal to doubl...02 Jun, 2017, 12.34 AM IST
- Holy cow! Best desi cattle breed to get Rs 5 lakh awardThe Centre has asked all states to send in nominations of individual farmers, gaushalas or cow shelters, and breeders’ societies by March 3...16 Mar, 2017, 01.20 AM IST
- NGT asks states to submit data on indigenous breeds of cattleA bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar asked all states to file an affidavit in this regard within two weeks with comple...08 Nov, 2016, 06.36 PM IST
- Nine new 'desi' breeds added to India's indigenous livestock listIndia has identified and registered nine new indigenous breeds of livestock and poultry this year, taking the list of ‘desi’ breeds in the ...23 Aug, 2016, 10.33 PM IST
- Plea to ban cattle slaughter: NGT issues notice to statesNGT sought response from all the state governments on a plea filed by a lawyer seeking nationwide ban on slaughter of indigenous breeds of ...11 Jan, 2016, 04.40 PM IST
- NGT notice to Centre on plea to ban slaughter of cattleThe directions came while hearing a petition filed by advocate and environmentalist Ashwini Kumar, who has approached the green panel.30 Sep, 2015, 03.47 PM IST
- Radha Mohan Singh, a member of Parliament from Bihar, talks about the Rashtriya Gokul MissionRadha Mohan Singh repeatedly denied that the newly-crafted Rashtriya Gokul Mission that emphasises on 39 elite desi cows has any political ...19 Jul, 2015, 07.35 AM IST
- Climate change spurs positive for India: Overseas demand for indigenous cattle risesIndia’s cattle population declined 4% to 190.9 million, according to the 19th livestock census in 2012, the most recent.11 Nov, 2014, 10.49 AM IST
- Government to invest Rs 50 cr to set up two cattle breeding centresThe government today said it will set up two breeding centres to raise productivity of indigenous cattle and buffalo.05 Sep, 2014, 03.52 PM IST
- Government launches Rs 500 crore mission to protect local cattle breedsThe govt launched 'Rashtriya Gokul Mission' with an outlay of Rs 500 cr for protection, preservation & conservation of indegenous breeds.28 Jul, 2014, 08.44 PM IST
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