The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has released its latest report on the progress of area coverage under summer crops as of March 20, 2026. The report provides detailed statistics on various crops including Rice, Pulses, Coarse Cereals, and Oilseeds, comparing current year figures with those from the previous year.
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The sacred relics of Lord Buddha will be displayed in Ladakh, marking a historic moment for the region. The Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah, has taken initiatives to ensure accessibility for the local people to view these relics during Buddha Purnima. Source: Original Link
The Ministry of Finance has issued a notification revising the Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) and Road and Infrastructure Cess (RIC) rates applicable on diesel and aviation turbine fuel exports, effective from May 1, 2026. The duty on diesel exports is set at Rs. 23 per litre exclusively under SAED,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Heads of Missions Conference held in New Delhi, focusing on strengthening India's international relations through trade, technology, and strategic partnerships, while fostering ties with the Indian diaspora. Source: Original Link
The National Statistical Systems Training Academy, part of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, has published the 120th issue of its Sarvekshana journal. This bi-annual publication, respected for its academic rigor, features four technical papers on topics such as changes in inpatient care access in India and neural network