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The Government of India is promoting the diversification of agriculture by shifting focus from traditional rice-wheat cropping to high-value commercial crops under the National Food Security Mission and the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture. The Crop Diversification Programme, a part of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, supports
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Since its launch in 2019, the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana has positively impacted the income and economic stability of Indian farmers. According to new reports, over ₹4.09 lakh crore has been disbursed through 21 installments to farmers' Aadhaar-linked accounts, enhancing transparency and avoiding intermediaries. Studies show that these
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The Indian government is accelerating the growth of agri-tech startups and the adoption of innovative technologies in agriculture, such as AI, drones, and precision farming. With various financial assistance schemes and the establishment of incubation centers, the government aims to foster a robust agri-entrepreneurship ecosystem. Additionally, initiatives like the Digital
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The Government of India has intensified efforts to integrate 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) into the national agricultural value chain through a Central Sector Scheme. As of October 31, 2025, over 4,600 FPOs have been linked to the e-NAM platform. This initiative includes financial support with a management
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The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare in India has launched AI-based initiatives to assist farmers with accurate monsoon onset forecasts for the Kharif 2025 season, impacting agricultural practices in 13 states. Using a combined model of NeuralGCM and ECMWF’s AI Forecasting System, alongside 125 years of IMD rainfall
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The Indian Army recently hosted its annual Idea & Innovation Competition, Inno-Yoddha 2025, at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi. This event is a significant platform for recognizing and nurturing in-house innovations from soldiers, aimed at enhancing operational, logistical, and training capabilities. This year, a record 89 innovations were submitted,
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During the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit held in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the enduring strategic partnership between their nations, highlighting cooperation across various sectors including trade, energy, defense, and cultural exchanges. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of their strategic partnership, both leaders pledged
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The Election Commission has provided an update on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Phase II, focusing on the enumeration phase from November 4 to December 11, 2025. Status reports showcase the distribution and digitization of Elector-specific Enumeration Forms (EFs) across various states and union territories. The data highlights successful near-complete
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During the Russian President's state visit to India, multiple agreements and memoranda of understanding were signed between the two nations across various sectors. Key collaborations include migration and mobility agreements, healthcare and food safety partnerships, maritime cooperation, and academic exchanges. Notably, agreements were made to enhance migration regulation,
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The Indian government has extended the timeline for the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Sadak Yojna (PMGSY) Phase III to March 2026, after certain states and Union Territories requested the change. Since the program's inception in 2019, it has aimed to construct and improve 125,000 km of rural roads,
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The Sardar@150 Unity March marked a milestone in the nationwide padyatra celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The event, held in Narmada district, emphasized Patel's role in unifying India and fostering a spirit of "Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat." Minister Jayant Chaudhary highlighted
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The two-day District Level Philatelic Exhibition 'KartavyaPEX-2025' was inaugurated by postal and government officials in New Delhi, showcasing Delhi's historical transition from Indraprastha to the modern capital through rare stamps and collections. This event aims to promote philately among children, featuring over 39 participants with collections