National Fish Farmers Day
The National Fish Farmers Day 2025, celebrated on July 10, honors the dedication of fish farmers in India, recognizing their vital role in food security and rural employment. The event will be attended by key ministers and aims to launch new initiatives to enhance the fisheries sector, including new Fisheries
Manthan Baithak
The Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India, will hold a Manthan Baithak on June 30, 2025, in New Delhi, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This event aims to review initiatives and schemes of the Ministry, discuss the establishment of new agricultural credit societies, and enhance food security through
International Potato Centre
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of the International Potato Centre's South Asia Regional Centre in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. This initiative aims to enhance food and nutrition security, increase farmers' income, and create jobs by improving potato and sweetpotato productivity
International Potato Centre
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of the International Potato Centre's South Asia Regional Centre in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. This initiative aims to enhance food and nutrition security, increase farmers' income, and create jobs by improving potato and sweetpotato productivity
Mining Reforms
The Ministry of Mines highlights significant reforms in India's mining sector over the past decade, focusing on transparency, efficiency, and collaboration. Key initiatives include the auction of over 500 mineral blocks, amendments to the Mines and Minerals Development and Regulation Act, and the establishment of the National Critical
Agriculture
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, visited a farm mechanization factory in Patiala, Punjab, emphasizing the need for affordable agricultural tools for small farmers and the importance of mechanization in increasing productivity. He outlined key objectives for agriculture, including food security and establishing India as
Fertilizers
Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, chaired a high-level meeting to assess the availability and distribution of fertilizers for the Kharif season. The meeting highlighted the importance of timely fertilizer supply, with domestic DAP production reaching 3.84 Lakh Metric Tons. Indian companies have secured imports
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
On the fifth day of the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan', Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan met with farmers in Piprakothi, Bihar, emphasizing the importance of agriculture and farmers in India's economy. He addressed issues faced by litchi growers, announced plans to enhance maize production,
wheat stock limits
The Government of India has implemented stock limits on wheat for Traders, Wholesalers, Retailers, Big Chain Retailers, and Processors across all States and Union Territories until March 31, 2026. This measure aims to prevent hoarding and speculation, ensuring food security. Traders can hold a maximum of 3000 MT, while retailers