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The sugarcane production in India has shown a steady increase over the past five years, except for a slight decline in 2023-24. The production rose from 4053.99 lakh tonnes in 2020-21 to 4546.11 lakh tonnes in 2024-25 and is estimated to reach 4756.14 lakh tonnes in 2025-26.
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The Government of India annually sets Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for 22 designated agricultural crops, following the recommendations from the Commission for Agricultural Costs & Prices (CACP) and consultations with relevant State Governments and Central Ministries. MSPs are established considering factors such as production costs, demand-supply conditions, price parity, and
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The Indian government is actively promoting organic farming in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Telangana through the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY). Since its inception in 2015-16, the scheme has provided substantial financial support, amounting to Rs. 31,500 per hectare over three years, mainly to procure organic farm inputs.
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The Government of India is advancing several initiatives aimed at boosting the agricultural sector towards self-reliance and global competitiveness. Key programs include the National Mission on Edible Oils – Oilseeds, which focuses on enhancing domestic oilseed production, and the Oil Palm Mission aimed at reducing imports by covering more areas in
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The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) now includes additional coverage options for crop damage due to wild animal attacks, following requests from state governments and the Ministry of Environment. This coverage comes at the expense of state governments under the scheme's operational guidelines. Additionally, the scheme offers
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The 20th session of UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage concluded successfully in New Delhi, with the participation of multiple stakeholders, including member states, cultural practitioners, and experts. Key highlights included the inscription of Deepavali on UNESCO’s Representative List and discussions emphasizing the
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The National Energy Conservation Day 2025 will be celebrated on December 14, with President Droupadi Murmu as the chief guest. The event, organized by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency under the Ministry of Power, aims to recognize achievements in energy efficiency. Awards will be presented to winners of the National
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On December 12, 2025, a group of delegates from the Agriculture and Allied Sectors, participating in the Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, visited Ayodhya, experiencing an emotionally impactful day. Their journey included a spiritual darshan at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, a prayer visit to Hanumangarhi, and a moment of reflection
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The National Makhana Board held its first meeting in New Delhi, chaired by Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi, to initiate the implementation of a ₹476 crore Central Sector Scheme aimed at enhancing the makhana sector. The Board discussed consolidated seed requirements, training programs, research, and infrastructure improvements such as grading and packaging,
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A group of professionals and artisans from Tamil Nadu visited Varanasi as part of Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0, engaging in cultural and educational activities. They offered prayers at Hanuman Ghat and explored the historical and architectural richness of local temples. The delegation showed particular interest in the residence of
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The Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Ministry of Finance has implemented various initiatives to enhance the grievance redressal mechanism within the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sectors. Key measures include monthly reviews by the Secretary of Financial Services, performance evaluations of grievances, and workshops through the Centralised
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Union Minister for Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, announced a record expansion in India’s tourism sector due to significant infrastructure development over the last 11 years. The expansion of the National Highway network by 60% and advancements in rail and waterways have drastically improved connectivity to tourist destinations. This