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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.
Read MoreSecuring India’s Food Future Amid Global Uncertainty Syllabus: GS-1: Food Security GS-2: Poverty ,Issues Relating to Poverty & Hunger GS-3: Buffer Stocks & Food Security Why in the News ? Amid rising global tensions and trade disruptions, India faces new challenges to its food and fertiliser security. With over 90% of urea dependent on imported …
Read MoreMaitri 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 …
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreScientists Visit Villages Under Agriculture Abhiyan Why in News? In a significant India news development, under the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, over 2,000 agricultural scientistsvisited 7,900 villages across India. Their mission was to gather data on agro-climatic conditions and educate farmers about soil health, seed varieties, and modern crop cultivation techniques. Massive Outreach Under Government …
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 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 …
Read MoreGovernment Plans Certification System for Natural Farming Why in the News ? The Indian government plans to introduce a certification system for natural farming, which will help boost consumer trust and farmer income. This move will benefit 1.8 million farmers practicing natural farming across the country. Introduction of Certification System: The government aims to introduce …
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