agriculture

Why is the GK Energy IPO GMP dropping on Day 1? 6 ‘must-know’ facts every investor needs

GK Energy IPO opens with a lower GMP; discover six key factors for investors before bidding ends September 23!

September 19, 2025 13:10 IST

agriculture, export. rice, buffalo meat, fruits, vegetables

Farm & processed food exports up 10% in April-August

India’s farm and processed food exports rose nearly 10% to $10.03 bn in Apr-Aug FY26, led by rice, buffalo meat,…

September 17, 2025 22:47 IST

urea, DAP, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, NPK, fertiliser

Govt moots state panels to curb fertiliser diversion

Government proposes state-level panels and GPS tracking to prevent diversion of subsidised fertilisers. Measures include POS machines at 3 lakh…

September 16, 2025 23:23 IST

paddy, economy, kharif crops, cotton, bajra, cotton, maize, gram

Punjab, Rajasthan staring at major crop losses after heavy rains: Crisil

Crisil warns Punjab and Rajasthan face major crop losses as heavy rains damage paddy, cotton, and pulses. With floods submerging…

September 9, 2025 23:10 IST

GST Rate Cuts on Agri-Inputs to Boost Farm Income and Mechanisation. (Image Source: Reuters)

Lower tax on farm inputs to boost incomes, crop yield

The GST Council’s decision to abolish or reduce tax on a range of agricultural inputs, including fertilizers, farm machinery, and…

September 4, 2025 23:37 IST

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, PMFBY, economy, Punjab floods, agriculture

Punjab may join Fasal Bima scheme as floods hit crops

Floods damaging crops across Punjab may push the state to join the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY). With 0.4…

September 3, 2025 21:12 IST

Capex loan releases to states cross Rs 40,000 crore

Centre’s 50-year interest-free capex loans to states cross Rs 40,000 crore in FY26, with approvals nearing Rs 60,000 crore. Linked…

August 19, 2025 20:41 IST

GDP, Independence Day, International Monetary Fund, IMF

India@79: From independence to influence

As we reflect with pride on our progress of 79 years, including reduced poverty levels and strides in multiple fields,…

Updated: August 18, 2025 23:05 IST

agriculture, department of agriculture, farmers, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana

70 million farmers now have digital IDs linked to land records

Over 70 million farmers now have digital IDs linked to land records under India’s Digital Agriculture Mission. The initiative aims…

August 17, 2025 21:23 IST

AI in Indian healthcare, agriculture and education

AI for Bharat: How Artificial Intelligence is transforming agriculture, healthcare, and education in India

The use of AI in farming is growing quickly and could reach $350 million by 2033. These tools are helping…

August 15, 2025 14:51 IST

GDP, GDP growth, inflation, monsoon, Donald Trump, US tariff, exports, RBI, rate cut, domestic economy, CRR reduction, household consumption, expenditure, agriculture growth, GVA, construction

US tariffs fail to dent India’s FY26 GDP outlook: BofA Securities maintains projection at 6.5% – Here’s why

BofA Securities has retained India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast at 6.5 per cent despite fresh US tariffs, citing the economy’s…

August 14, 2025 14:04 IST

Fertilisers, economy, urea, Di-ammonia phosphate (DAP), NPK - nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P),

Significant cut in fertiliser use under PM Pranam: Govt

Under PM Pranam, 14 states cut fertiliser use by 1.51 MT in 2023-24, saving subsidies and promoting balanced nutrient use.…

August 13, 2025 22:20 IST

Farmers hail PM Modi’s ‘far-sighted vision’, thank him for bold stance against US tariffs

Days after Trump’s announced the 50% tariff rate for India, PM Modi took a stand for the farmers and said…

August 13, 2025 08:36 IST

Beyond Tariffs: Five Core Issues Defining India's Standoff with the US. (Image Source: Fe)

Red lines beyond agriculture

The govt must ensure access to affordable medicine, India’s digital future, and policy flexibility to boost manufacturing are not compromised…

August 7, 2025 22:23 IST

Agricultural trade booming between India and the US

India-US agri trade at all-time high despite Trump’s tariff threats

The biggest US farm export to India is tree nuts, mainly almonds and pistachios. These were worth more than $1.1…

August 7, 2025 12:56 IST

economy, India, Philippines, AITIGA, trade, FTA, BTA, Asean

India, Philippines start talks for bilateral trade pact

India and the Philippines begin talks for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) to boost bilateral trade, building on AITIGA terms.…

August 5, 2025 19:26 IST

economy, agriculture, genetically modified crops, exports

Calibrate duty cut on agri-products

This is an overdue agenda for India, irrespective of Trump’s tariff pressures which will surely have an adverse impact on…

August 4, 2025 05:00 IST

economy, farm products, GM crops imports, genetically modified crops.

Lower farm tariffs for US feasible with quota curbs: Experts

Offering tariff rate quotas on select farm imports like maize and soybean could help ease trade talks with the US,…

August 1, 2025 21:07 IST

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