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INDIA AMONG TOP CONTRIBUTORS TO GLOBAL PESTICIDE TOXICITY Why in the News? Global Study Findings: New study published in Science reports India among four countries contributing nearly 70% of global Total Applied Toxicity (TAT) from pesticides. Biodiversity Commitment: Findings raise concerns over progress toward UN Biodiversity pledge to reduce pesticide risk by 50% by 2030. …
Read MoreAgricultural Growth Moderates Despite Strong Allied Sectors Why in the News? The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled in the Parliament of India, highlights a slowdown in agriculture sector growth to 3.5% in Q2 of 2025-26, even as allied sectors like livestock and fisheries remain robust. Agriculture Growth Trends and Sectoral Performance The agriculture and allied sector …
Read MoreIndia Unveils Draft Seeds Bill for Modern Regulation Why in the News ? The government has released the draft Seeds Bill 2025 to replace the outdated Seeds Act 1966 and Seeds (Control) Order 1983. The proposed legislation aims to strengthen seed quality regulation, protect farmers, and improve transparency in the national seed supply chain, supporting …
Read MoreICAR Study Links Soil Carbon Loss to Climate Change Why in the News ? A recent ICAR study, led by eight scientists including Director-General Mangi Lal Jat, reveals that climate change and imbalanced fertilizer use are accelerating the decline of soil organic carbon in India’s arable lands, threatening soil health and agricultural sustainability. This decline …
Read MorePDMC Scheme Enhances Water Efficiency, Farmer Income Why in the News? The Government has introduced greater flexibility under the Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) scheme, enabling States and UTs to implement localized water storage and micro-irrigation projects, aiming to boost water-use efficiency, agricultural productivity, and farmer incomes through improved irrigation infrastructure. About PDMC Scheme: Objective: …
Read MoreGlobal Potato Research Centre Approved in Agra Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the setting up of a South Asia Regional Centre of the International Potato Center (CIP) in Agra, aimed at improving food security, enhancing potato and sweet potato productivity, and supporting farmers in India and South Asia. Functions and Goals …
Read MoreIndia’s First Gene-Edited Sheep Born in Kashmir: A Milestone in Agricultural Innovation Why in the News? India’s first gene-edited sheep, developed using CRISPR-Cas9 technology at SKUAST-Kashmir’s Embryo Biotechnology Lab in Srinagar, marks a milestone in livestock biotechnology and agricultural innovation. The sheep’s myostatin gene was edited to enhance muscle mass, effectively acting as a genetic …
Read MoreIndia-Japan Chandrayaan-5 Mission Enters Design Phase Why in the News ? India and Japan have begun the preliminary design phase of the Chandrayaan-5/LUPEX mission, aimed at lunar polar water exploration. With a 2027–28 launch timeline, the mission focuses on surface and subsurface water detection and in-situ analysis. Mission Overview and Objectives: Chandrayaan-5, also called LUPEX …
Read MoreIndigenous Akash Missile Strengthens India’s Air Defence Why in the News ? India’s indigenously developed Akash missile system played a crucial role in countering Pakistan’s aerial attacks during Operation Sindoor. Its recent deployment underscores its operational importance, technological evolution, and strategic role in strengthening India’s air defence capability. Key Features and Development Journey: Developed by …
Read MoreIndia Unveils First Genome-Edited Rice Varieties Why in the News ? India has become the first country to develop rice varieties using genome editing technology, marking a significant milestone in agricultural innovation. These rice types offer climate resilience, higher yields, and stress tolerance, though concerns remain over regulation, transparency, and IPR. About the New Genome-Edited …
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