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MONSOON VEGETABLE PLANTING GUIDE
Don't miss the monsoon: From spinach to radish 7 vegetables that grow best during the rainy seasonThe monsoon season offers ideal conditions for growing many vegetables. Spinach and okra flourish with regular moisture and warm temperatur...
Eggshells are not kitchen waste. How gardeners use them to help plants thriveEggshells offer valuable calcium for plant cell walls and fruits. They gradually decompose, enriching garden soil over time. Adding crushed...
Monsoon gains lift kharif hopes, but El Nino threat remains; govt support on seeds, diesel and livestock keyWhile the narrowing rainfall deficit has eased immediate concerns, experts say it is far too early to conclude that El Niño’s influence has...
The star-shaped superfood you've never heard of is loaded with protein, omega-3s and healthy fats that may support your heart, muscles and overall healthSacha Inchi seeds offer abundant plant-based omega-3 fatty acids and complete protein. These nutrients may support heart health and reduce ...
7 stunning monsoon plants that burst into bloom during India's rainy seasonThe monsoon season transforms Indian gardens into vibrant spaces with blooming flowers. Several plant varieties flourish in the cool, humid...
7 indoor plants that can keep insects away from home during monsoonMonsoon is great for the weather but terrible for insects. Mosquitoes, flies, and moths find their way indoors the moment the rains arrive....
6 monsoon-friendly plants for Indian gardensMonsoon brings life to gardens across India, making it perfect for moisture-loving plants. These six varieties thrive in rain, require mini...
Eight water bodies to come up in Delhi ridge to boost groundwater rechargeEight water bodies will be developed in Delhi's central and southern ridge areas. This initiative aims to improve groundwater recharge and ...
NMCG starts two pilot projects using nature-based solutions for Yamuna drainsThe National Mission for Clean Ganga has started two pilot projects for urban drain treatment. These projects utilize constructed wetlands ...
Cotton sowing picks up in July as monsoon revives, still below last yearCotton sowing has accelerated in July as the southwest monsoon strengthens across India. Acreage has narrowed the gap compared to last year...
Soybean sowing gains pace, acreage seen surpassing last yearSoybean sowing has accelerated across key Indian states after a monsoon delay. Nearly ninety percent of targeted areas in Madhya Pradesh an...
Thali costs rose by 5% in June on higher tomato, onion, LPG pricesHome-cooked thali costs increased in June due to higher vegetable and fuel prices. Tomato and onion prices saw significant year-on-year inc...
5 unusual edible plants you can grow at home for better taste, nutrition and varietyTransform your home garden by incorporating unique edible plants that go beyond traditional vegetables. Okinawa spinach adds a touch of bea...
High tomato, LPG costs keep household meal bills elevated: ReportHousehold food expenses face continued pressure from elevated tomato and cooking gas prices. Vegetable oil costs also contribute to the ris...
Weak monsoon dries up India's hydropower as dam output records sharpest fall in over two yearsIndia's hydropower generation significantly dropped in June due to a delayed monsoon. Shrinking reservoir levels limited water availability...
Kharif sowing picks up, but still 21% below last yearKharif sowing lags significantly behind last year due to delayed and uneven monsoon rains. Paddy, pulses, and oilseeds acreage shows substa...
In Graphics: What does a 40% rainfall deficit mean?India’s monsoon season has had a shaky start with June receiving 40% less rain than the long-period average.
Stop throwing these away: 7 kitchen scraps that can grow into fresh plantsTransform your kitchen waste into fresh produce with simple regrowing techniques. Common scraps like spring onions, lettuce, celery, garlic...
While trees across Bengaluru fall during heavy monsoon storms, this engineer’s 600-sq-ft rooftop forest of 100+ fruits, vegetables and medicinal plants stands strongBengaluru's monsoon woes are being countered by a remarkable five-storey rooftop forest, cultivated by engineer Venkataraman. This 600-squa...
This man started growing cluster beans after losing faith in market vegetables. Today, he grows 150 varieties at homeVijay Sharma transformed a small home garden into a thriving 1,500-square-foot oasis, proving that fresh produce is accessible to all. His ...