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rice, genom rice, economy, Kamala, Pusa DST Rice 1, basmati rice

India unveils ‘world’s first’ genome-edited rice

India unveils the world’s first genome-edited rice varieties—Kamala and Pusa DST Rice 1—promising 25–30% higher yields without foreign DNA. These…

May 4, 2025 20:16 IST

AWL Agri Business (formerly Adani Wilmar) is pursuing acquisitions in pulses and spices to expand. (Image Source: Reuters)

AWL Agri Business open to more aquisitions to drive presence in food vertical

AWL Agri Business (formerly Adani Wilmar) is pursuing acquisitions in pulses and spices to expand its food business after acquiring…

April 29, 2025 20:37 IST

pulses, MSP, agriculture, farmers, Minimum Support Price

Govt to purchase pulses at market rates to ramp up stocks

The government plans to purchase pulses at market prices using the Price Stabilisation Fund (PSF) to increase stocks amid low…

April 25, 2025 21:14 IST

rice, rice production, hybridization, Direct Seeded Rice, DSR, basmati rice, economy

‘New non-GM hybrid rice to be game changer for India,’ says Malu Nachreiner

Bayer aims to launch non-GM herbicide-tolerant hybrid rice by 2031 to drive sustainable, water-efficient Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) in India.…

April 21, 2025 21:23 IST

5 undervalued agriculture stocks poised for long-term growth

These undervalued agriculture stocks could offer strong long-term potential for patient investors.

April 21, 2025 11:16 IST

farmers, FPO, agriculture, farmers producer organisations, agri-supply chain

Agri ministry approves maize value chain projects with Ninjacart in PPP mode

Agri ministry approves Ninjacart’s maize value chain project in Uttar Pradesh under PPPAVCD. Initiative aims to boost farmer income and…

April 20, 2025 22:32 IST

fertilizer, stocks, monsoon, Paradeep Phosphates, FACT, shares

Two fertilizer stocks show promise ahead of monsoon

FACT and Paradeep Phosphates show strong bullish signals ahead of the 2025 monsoon. With key technical breakouts, RSI momentum, and…

April 17, 2025 06:05 IST

economy, wheat, rice, Oilseeds, pulses, Punjab, survey, agriculture

State’s cropping system, economically & ecologically unviable: Punjab eco survey

Punjab Economic Survey 2024–25 warns that the rice–wheat cropping system is ecologically and economically unsustainable due to groundwater depletion and…

April 13, 2025 21:38 IST

Sowing, oilseeds, edible oils, import, economy, Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan, PM-AASHA

Sowing of oilseeds gets a summer boost

India boosts oilseeds production with summer sowing in 10 states under the National Mission on Edible Oils. The initiative aims…

April 8, 2025 20:55 IST

India-US, economy, farm goods, WTO, agri-commodities, rice, seafood, poultry meat, skimmed milk powder

India can afford prudent duty cuts on farm goods: Experts

Experts suggest India can reduce high import duties on agri-commodities like rice, seafood, and poultry without harming the domestic farm…

April 3, 2025 22:33 IST

agriculture, Krishi Nivesh, digital platform, economy, PM Kisan Sampada Yojana, PM-KUSUM

Krishi Nivesh to give a leg up to agriculture investments

The government’s Krishi Nivesh platform aims to boost agriculture investments by integrating schemes across ministries, simplifying loan disbursement, and providing…

April 2, 2025 20:13 IST

Mandi prices, pulses, oilseeds, MSP, economy, agriculture, farmer producer organization, FPO

Mandi prices of pulses & oilseeds fall below MSP

Mandi prices of pulses and oilseeds fall below MSP, prompting the government to increase procurement. Prices for tur, chana, and…

March 28, 2025 21:53 IST

non-urea subsidy, kharif crops, economy, urea, DAP, Muriate of Potash, MOP, farmer

Cabinet nod to non-urea subsidy of Rs 37,216 crore for kharif 2025

The Cabinet has approved a Rs 37,216 crore subsidy for phosphatic and potassic fertilizers for Kharif 2025, ensuring stable prices…

March 28, 2025 19:49 IST

agriculture trade, agriculture, economy, gram prices, agriculture sector, farmers,

EXPLAINER | The ad hocism in agri trade policies

The Indian government has removed export duties on onions and rice, reflecting changes in agricultural trade policies. Experts discuss the…

March 26, 2025 22:40 IST

Agriculture, food exports, economy, fruits, vegetables, APEDA

Agri & processed food exports rise 13% in April-February of FY25

India’s agri-food exports up 13% to $22.67B (Apr-Feb). Rice shipments surge 21%, driven by eased restrictions. FY25 export target: $26.56B.

March 19, 2025 05:47 IST

policymakers, trump, tariffs, reciprocal tariffs, GDP, Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority

Wake-up call for policymakers

Tariff threat an opportunity for Indian agriculture to shift to productivity-driven export strategy.

March 3, 2025 04:00 IST

PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme highlights: PM-KISAN scheme provides Rs 6,000 annually to landholding farmer families

PM Kisan 19th Installment Highlights: PM Modi releases Rs 2,000 for 9.8 crore farmers – Here’s how to check eligibility, eKYC process and more

PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme, Beneficiary Status highlights: With the 19th instalment, the total financial aid distributed under PM-KISAN will…

Updated: February 24, 2025 18:07 IST

agri-infra fund, economy, agriculture sector, Agri Infrastructure Fund, AIF, PM-KUSUM scheme, PMFME

Projects worth Rs 58,000 crore get support of agri-infra fund

Following the implementation of the fund, the agriculture ministry has projected annual savings from post-harvest losses of 1.86 million tonne…

February 9, 2025 20:09 IST

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In 2025, the Indian car market experienced a change as SUVs and crossovers took over, causing a decline in customers for sedans like Honda City and Hyundai Verna. Limited-run imports were also introduced at high prices. The future of car design is shifting towards maximizing cabin space. Mass-market hatchbacks and sedans are expected to launch in 2026 and beyond.

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