Experts claim latest govt data on India's forests 'inflated'Experts claim that India's latest forest data is inflated due to the inclusion of bamboo plantations, coconut groves, and orchards. The 202...
23 Dec, 2024, 07.04 PM IST
Cabinet approves amendment to Coconut Development Board Act"The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal of the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare to make the post of Chairman...
08 Jul, 2021, 10.07 PM IST
APMCs can access Farmers Infrastructure Funds: Narendra Singh TomarAlleviating fears of farmers, the minister said that APMCs will not be done away with after the implementation of farm laws. Instead they w...
08 Jul, 2021, 08.37 PM IST
To curb hookahs in hotels, govt bars food from smoking areasMoreover, hotels, restaurants and airports will now have to prominently display a board at the entrance of designated smoking areas with th...
27 May, 2017, 07.30 AM IST
Goa government working out policy to shift offshore casinosShifting offshore casinos away from river Mandovi was one amongst the issues that was discussed with CM Manohar Parrikar during the meeting...
19 Apr, 2017, 10.34 PM IST
World looking to India for investment: Venkaiah NaiduIndia is the bright spot with its economy growing at 7.4% to 7.6%, even as the global economy remained static and China's growth rate stood...
17 Jul, 2016, 07.05 PM IST
Goa Budget: Government forms Coconut Development BoardIn the wake of widespread criticism over amendment to Tree Preservation Act, Goa government today announced formation of Coconut Developmen...
17 Mar, 2016, 05.01 PM IST
Did the Malaysian jet fly to Andaman?Malaysian authorities expanded their search for the missing jetliner into Andaman Sea & beyond, saying it could have flown for several hour...
14 Mar, 2014, 03.47 AM IST
Kerala government gives nod for tapping 'Neera' from the palmsThis will bring much-needed relief for them as they can earn up to Rs 1,500 from a palm a month with neera.
04 Feb, 2014, 10.37 AM IST
- Kerala to start project 'Neera'
The toddy tappers in the state, numbering around 30,000, had earlier expressed concern at the move expressing the fear that their livelihoo...
17 Jul, 2013, 01.22 PM IST
- Kerala Looks to Tap Neera for Commercial Use
Coconut Development Board's efforts to promote neera, a non-alcoholic drink extracted from coconut palms, have got a big boost.
18 Mar, 2013, 05.23 AM IST
Budget 2013 proposals will tackle economic challenges: Oommen ChandyWelcoming the Union Budget proposals, Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy today said it provided much relief to the common man and the need...
28 Feb, 2013, 06.42 PM IST
- 'Coir products exports may touch Rs 1,500-cr mark in FY13'
The country's coir products exports are likely to touch Rs 1,500-crore mark in the current fiscal, on rising demand in western markets like...
16 Nov, 2012, 03.45 PM IST
- Coconut Development Board join hands with CareKeralam
Coconut Development Board has joined hands with CareKeralam, a JV of ayurveda companies and Kerala Industrial Infrastructure Development co...
27 Jul, 2012, 05.59 PM IST
- Quick getaway options: Nahan & Uran
While in Nahan don’t forget to visit the Suketi Fossil Park where fossils of pre-historic animals were unearthed years back.
05 Jul, 2012, 08.42 AM IST
- HUL plans share buyback to give its sagging stock price a lift
Hindustan Unilever, the worst-performing consumer goods company in the BSE sectoral index, plans to buy back shares aimed at boosting stock...
04 Jun, 2010, 01.13 AM IST
- Marico may move court on CBEC circular, Dabur likely to follow suit
Marico, the manufacturer of the country’s largest hair-oil brand Parachute, is contemplating legal action against a recent Central Board of...
14 Jul, 2009, 12.00 AM IST