Quote of the Day by Sandra Cisneros: ‘You can never have too much sky. You can fall asleep and wake up drunk on…’ American writer on finding hope when sadness rulesSandra Cisneros's words offer solace amidst overwhelming sadness, reminding us to find freedom and safety in the "sky" – be it art, nature,...
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Over 100-year-old cooperative society transforming lives of farmers in PunjabA century-old cooperative in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district is empowering farmers with loans, equipment rentals, and ultra-low-cost biogas. T...
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Fears of hunger overwhelm a Central American village as El Nino approachesVillagers in Cunen, Guatemala, confront a severe drought. The looming El Nino weather pattern intensifies fears of widespread hunger. Local...
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May 16 New Moon in Taurus 2026: What It Means and How to PrepareOn May 16, 2026, the upcoming New Moon in Taurus brings a powerful reset focused on stability, finances, self-worth, and long-term growth. ...
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With just a bicycle and seeds in his pocket, he planted 1 crore trees: Telangana’s 'Tree Man' proved how one person can change IndiaWith just a bicycle and a pocket full of seeds, Telangana’s ‘Tree Man’ Daripalli Ramaiah planted over 10 million trees, creating one of the...
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The Simple Plant Breeding Technique That Produces Flowers Blooming Continuously For Months AnnuallyGardeners can now enjoy blooms for longer periods. Techniques like saving seeds from long-blooming plants and removing faded flowers encour...
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What are Woody Plants in Grow a Garden? Complete list and how to get them — Complete GuideGrow a Garden Woody Plants: From common rhubarbs to the elusive prismatic giant pinecone, every woody plant has a role in ensuring steady a...
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Festivals of seeds and the rains of loveLate August and early September rains in Goa, known as moga pavs, are gentle and beneficial for planting. Festivals like Rishi Panchami, On...
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A 'revolutionary' way to feed the world that's very oldThe effort is still in its infancy, with a relatively tiny budget of $100 million. But at a time when climate shocks and rising costs are a...
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India protects drug, agriculture biz at RCEPBilled as the biggest trade agreement, negotiations at RCEP have reached a crucial stage as representatives from 16 countries are in Melbou...
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Maharashtra farmers say they’ll use GM seedsTo prevent the use of HT varieties in the 2018 kharif season, the agriculture department of Maharashtra has appealed to farmers to stay awa...
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Haryana to promote direct sowing of paddyDirect sowing of paddy reduces the cost of cultivation, results in greater yield as well as saves water and electricity.
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- Bengaluru teens spend pocket money to plant saplings
While most teenagers are hooked to gaming and social media, there are some who are more rooted; who use the money and resources they have t...
25 May, 2015, 02.55 AM IST
- Krishidhan Seeds develops 'Praja' - a new variety of BT cotton seed
Praja is a Bollgard II variety of BT seed which has been specifically developed keeping in mind the needs of a large group of Indian farmer...
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- CEPA with Japan lacks transparency: Farmer groups
The ICCFM has charged the Central government with complete lack of transparency on the implications of the proposed CEPA with Japan.
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- Two GM varieties of wheat developed by Indian co registered
MNCs have garnered a major share of the Rs 6k-crore seeds market in India. In fact, many private companies have forged alliance with MNCs a...
26 Dec, 2009, 04.59 AM IST