18Dec 2025

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India–Argentina Boost Agri Tech Ties

India Argentina Deepen Agricultural Research And Technology Cooperation Why in the News? India and Argentina have signed the Work Plan 2025–27 to expand bilateral agricultural research and technology exchange, strengthening cooperation in sustainable farming, mechanisation, germplasm exchange, and innovation-driven agricultural growth between the two countries. This collaboration emphasizes the importance of environmental impact assessments in …

16Oct 2025

APMC Act: Key Challenges for Farmers | GS 3

Analyze major issues in APMC markets—middlemen, market fees, poor infrastructure, and limited farmer access—impacting farm incomes and rural development. Essential for UPSC GS Paper 3, this topic covers the intersection of agricultural policy, economics, and farmer welfare.

13Oct 2025

Food Security in India: Four Essential Dimensions

Food security is achieved when everyone has consistent access to sufficient, nutritious food through availability, access, utilisation, and stability. Understanding these key pillars is crucial for GS Paper 3 (Economy) in UPSC preparation.

10Oct 2025

Climate-Resilient Agriculture Through Biotechnology

Biotechnology offers innovative solutions for climate-resilient agriculture by improving crop tolerance, developing biofertilizers, and ensuring sustainability in food production. This topic belongs to GS Paper 3 (UPSC) under the subject Agriculture & Biotechnology.

08Oct 2025

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Green Revolution India: Pros & Cons, Green Revolution Effects for UPSC GS

The Green Revolution in India transformed agriculture productivity and food security but also led to environmental and socioeconomic challenges. Key impacts include increased production, technological growth, and regional disparities.

23Sep 2025

Maitri 2.0 Boosts India-Brazil Agritech Partnership

Maitri 2.0 Strengthens India-Brazil Agritech Cooperation Why in the News? The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) launched Maitri 2.0, the second edition of the Brazil-India Agritech Cross-Incubation Programme, in New Delhi. The initiative promotes co-creation, innovation, and bilateral cooperation to strengthen sustainable agriculture, resilient food systems, and global food security, emphasizing the integration of …

20Sep 2025

US Revokes Sanctions Waiver for Iran’s Chabahar Port: Implications for Regional Food Security

Why in the News ? The United States has announced the revocation of the sanctions waiver for operations at Iran’s Chabahar Port, effective September 29, 2025. This decision exposes individuals and entities linked to the port to sanctions under the Iran Freedom and Counter-Proliferation Act. The move could have implications for regional food security, supply …

20Sep 2025

Adamya Patrol Ship Commissioned to Strengthen Maritime Security and Support Food Security Initiatives

Why in the News ? The Indian Coast Guard ship Adamya, first in a series of Adamya-class fast patrol vessels, was commissioned at Paradip Port, Odisha. With over 60% indigenous content, it highlights India’s Make in India initiative and boosts maritime defence and security capability. This development comes at a time when the nation is …

06Sep 2025

Objectives of NFSM: Strengthening India’s Agriculture

The NFSM aims to boost farm productivity through market linkage, economy enhancement, soil fertility restoration, and sustainable production. It supports agricultural growth and stability, driving food security and rural prosperity.

02Aug 2025

India Launches India-UN Projects Boosting Global South

India Launches India-UN Projects Supporting Global South Why in the News? India has launched four development projects under the India-UN Global Capacity Building Initiative to aid countries in the Global South achieve Sustainable Development Goals. This move strengthens international cooperation and development partnership between India and developing nations. The projects focus on health, food security, …

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