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Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan to Begin October 3, 2025 Why in the News? Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan will be launched on October 3, 2025 and continue till October 18, promoting farmer-scientist interaction, technology adoption, and sustainable agriculture across Indian villages. Key Features of the Campaign: Duration: …
Read MoreM.S. Swaminathan’s Legacy Syllabus GS 3: Environment Why in the News? Recently, India recorded an increase in mangrove cover according to ISFR 2023. World Mangrove Day (July 26) highlights their vital role in coastal protection, climate action, and biodiversity. Introduction Until the late 1980s, mangroves were mainly valued by coastal communities for fisheries and livelihoods. …
Read MoreWorld Food India 2025 Promotes Processing for Prosperity Why in the News ? The 4th edition of World Food India 2025, themed “Processing for Prosperity”, will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from 25th September, aiming to boost India’s food processing sector through collaboration, innovation, and strategic policy focus. Event Highlights and Government’s …
Read MoreINDIA TO DEVELOP SEA PROTOCOL TO BOOST MANGO EXPORTS Why in the News? New initiative: India is developing a sea transport protocol for mango exports to reduce spoilage and maintain quality. Export boost: The protocol aims to expand mango shipments to distant overseas markets at lower costs. Government support: The initiative is led by APEDA …
Read MoreCentre Plans MSP Review to Boost Pulses Output Why in the News ? To reduce pulse imports and achieve self-sufficiency, the Centre is planning a review of the MSP formula for key pulses like tur and urad. The move is part of a larger Aatmanirbharta Mission targeting pulse production in ten years. Need for MSP …
Read MoreIndia Launches First Genome-Edited Rice Varieties Why in the News ? India has become the first country globally to develop and release genome-edited rice varieties, launched by Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. These high-yield, climate-resilient varieties aim to improve nutrition, productivity, and support the vision of Viksit Bharat. About the Launch of Genome-Edited Rice Varieties: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s wheat and onion production is rising, yet export duties and stock limits hinder farmers. Removing these restrictions will prevent price crashes, ensure stable markets, and boost agricultural growth, fostering a more market-driven and resilient farming sector. About Current Agricultural Scenario: The Modi government recently lifted the export ban on broken …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Centre plans the National Council for Agriculture and Rural Transformation to coordinate policies, akin to the GST Council. About Proposed National Council for Agriculture and Rural Transformation (NCART): The Centre plans to establish NCART as part of its 100-day action plan for coordinated actions in the agriculture sector. NCART aims to …
Read MoreSoil: The Foundation of Terrestrial Life Soil, a dynamic and living system, is the amalgamation of rock debris, organic matter, air, and water, forming the uppermost layer of Earth’s crust. Its formation is a slow and complex process, evolving over millennia through the interactions of various physical, chemical, and biological factors. Soil plays a critical …
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