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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 ...
Cotton duty or competitiveness? The bigger challenge facing India’s $190 billion textile industryThe government’s temporary import duty relief may ease pressure on mills and exporters, but industry experts say deeper problems in product...
No slowdown yet, but inflation and El Niño are risks: ITC's Sanjiv PuriITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri revealed plans for a Rs 20,000 crore investment over the medium term, including hotel expansion. He highlighted st...
El Nino to hit 9-10 states severely; Chouhan calls for district-level contingency plans for KharifAgriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has directed coordinated meetings with district officials and agricultural agencies in 9-10 stat...
Quote of the Day on Philosophy of Mind by William James: "Whenever you're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can..." Learn a profound lesson on why attitude shapes relationships, resolves conflict, and transforms lives from the father of American psychologyQuote of the Day on Philosophy of Mind by William James: Known as the father of American psychology, William James understood that the mind...
India leads consensus on future of agriculture as BRICS adopts historic Indore declarationThe declaration outlines several landmark decisions aimed at strengthening food security, farmer welfare, climate-resilient agriculture, ag...
No garden? You can grow these 7 vegetables grow surprisingly well in potFresh vegetables can be grown even without a large garden. Small spaces like balconies and windowsills are perfect for container gardening....
BIS sets norms to protect indigenous seedsThe Bureau of Indian Standards has introduced a new framework for community seed banks. This standard aims to conserve India's traditional ...
El Niño clouds loom over kharif crops, farm payA developing El Niño event thousands of miles away poses a significant threat to India's agriculture. This weather phenomenon is linked to ...
Science at scale: India’s journey from food security to global leadershipToday, India is the world’s largest producer of milk, pulses, and spices; the largest exporter of rice; and among the leading producers of ...
Japan’s premium fruit industry where melons become luxury commoditiesJapanese fruits have carved out a niche in the world market, fetching high prices due to their extraordinary taste, texture, and stunning p...
Dull skin? Skincare alone is not enough: Top nutritionist recommends 6 essential nutrients for a natural glowDull skin can be a result of environmental factors and internal imbalances. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra highlights six key nutrients essenti...
El Nino threat: Centre rolls out kharif contingency plan to shield cropsAgriculture ministry has directed states to prepare district-wise crop strategies, and promote short-duration crops such as pulses, certain...
Centre raises MSP for 14 kharif crops, boosts support for pulses and oilseedsBased on expected margins over cost of production, the MSP hike is the most for moong at 61%, followed by bajra and maize (56% each) and tu...
Cabinet raises Minimum Support Prices for 14 kharif cropsThe Union Cabinet has approved significant hikes in Minimum Support Prices for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season. Sunflower ...
Bayer strengthens its phygital connect with Indian farmers as FarmRise app reaches 5 million usersThe initiative also includes digital marketplaces, satellite-based insights for risk protection, and AI-powered advisory, aiming to enhance...
Bloating, poor digestion, constipation? Top nutritionist shares 7 simple fiber-rich foods to improve gut health naturallyCommon gut problems like bloating and constipation affect many daily. Delhi-based nutritionist Lovneet Batra suggests seven fiber-rich food...
Cabinet approves Rs 5,659 crore for five-year mission to increase cotton outputThe Indian government has launched a five-year mission to significantly increase cotton crop productivity. With an outlay of Rs 5,659.22 cr...
Pilibhit in UP to get India's first integrated Basmati, organic training-cum-demo farmIndia is set to boost its Basmati rice sector. APEDA will establish a new training and demonstration farm in Pilibhit. This facility will f...
Government to bring new seed, pesticide laws next Parliament session, says Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh ChouhanNew laws for seeds and pesticides are nearing completion. These laws aim to curb fake farm inputs with stricter penalties. The government i...