Tuesday, 17 June 2025
The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr T.R. Gibinkumar as its new Secretary. Dr Gibinkumar, a distinguished professional in the field of…
Rinderpest, historically known as “cattle plague,” was one of the most devastating livestock diseases before being officially eradicated in 2011. In a significant recognition, India’s ICAR-National Institute of High Security…
In a major push toward promoting sustainable and modern agricultural practices, the Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) has connected with more than 78,000 farmers across 13 districts in West…
As India strides toward its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan stands as a bold testament to that vision, opines ICAR-NRCG. Launched…
Since joining MPEDA in 2003, he has served in pivotal roles across marketing, quality assurance, infrastructure development, and also as the Resident Director in Tokyo. An alumnus of CMFRI’s postgraduate…
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) appoints Dr Junel B Soriano as its new Deputy Director General – Philippines Representative. A recognized leader in the country’s agriculture sector, Dr. Soriano…
The Kalanamak rice variety has been selected by Siddharthnagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India, to represent the “One District One Product (ODOP)” initiative under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan campaign. This…
Over Rs 2,539.75 crore of loans were facilitated by the company under its commodity-based finance model. Kissandhan, a multi-asset NBFC for farmers and a wholly owned subsidiary of Sohan Lal…
The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) successfully hosted a two-day National IP Yatra on 10 -11 March 2025, at the College of Veterinary Sciences, Assam Agricultural…
India’s Economic Survey 2024-25 revealed that only around 20 per cent of MSMEs in India are owned by women – underscoring the need to create a strong enabling and conducive…
Scheduled for April 3–5, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, this second edition is poised to be India’s largest startup event, showcasing 3,000 startups, over 1,000 investors, 10,000+ international delegates,…
ICRISAT mourns the loss of Dr Kanayo F Nwanze, a giant in agricultural research for development and a distinguished leader whose unwavering dedication profoundly impacted global food security. His illustrious…
The new funding will enable Bonsai to continue enhancing its software capabilities, expanding its physical AI platform and data set, driving additional OEM partnerships, and accelerating commercialization efforts. A $15…
The maximum loan amount under MISS will rise from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 lakh According to the finance minister, the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) will now allow…
