Gagan Tripathi

Gagan Tripathi is an agripreneur, plant scientist, and author known for his work in agritech innovation and sustainable horticulture. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Plant Orbit, a horticulture-focused startup dedicated to making healthy, scientifically managed plants accessible to urban and institutional consumers. Born in 2000, Gagan holds a master’s degree in Agriculture Extension and Communication, blending agricultural science with entrepreneurship and community outreach. He is also the author of the bestseller “Roadmap to Your Healthy Succulents”. His work focuses on sustainable plant care, green entrepreneurship, and building impact-driven agri startups in India.

DEFIAA Internship

Pantnagar University Students Selected for DEFIAA Consortium International Internship in France

Pantnagar, Uttarakhand: Twenty students of Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT) will be leaving for France to undergo internship training in modern agricultural techniques. This unique opportunity is part of a collaborative initiative between the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty of France and GBPUAT, Pantnagar. Under a recently signed agreement, the…

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India’s Fertiliser Industry Market Capitalisation 2025: Top Companies Driving Agricultural Growth

India’s Fertiliser Industry Market Capitalisation 2025: Top Companies Driving Agricultural Growth

India’s Fertiliser Sector Sees Strong Market Leadership, Reflecting Growth in Agri-Inputs Industry New Delhi, December 22, 2025 — India’s fertiliser and agri-input industry continues to demonstrate strong market confidence, with leading companies commanding significant market capitalisation. The latest data highlights how established players are shaping the country’s agricultural ecosystem amid rising demand for food security,…

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Major crops in India

Major Crops and Their Cultivation Areas in India: State-Wise Agricultural Distribution

Major Crops and Their Cultivation Areas in India New Delhi:India is an agrarian economy with diverse climatic zones and soil types, enabling the cultivation of a wide range of crops. Understanding the major crops in India and their cultivation areas is essential for farmers, policymakers, researchers, and agribusiness stakeholders to ensure food security and sustainable…

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National geographic

New Global Conservation Externship Opens for Applications

National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy Launch 2026 Freshwater Conservation Program The National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy, two of the world’s leading environmental organizations, have opened applications for their Freshwater and Community Conservation Externship — an 8-week, fully remote educational opportunity aimed at young conservation leaders aged 18–25 from around the world….

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IKS Division Invites Research Proposals for 2026–27, Offers Grants up to ₹25 Lakh

IKS Division Invites Research Proposals for 2026–27, Offers Grants up to ₹25 Lakh New Delhi: The Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Division of the Ministry of Education has announced the IKS Competitive Research Proposals Program 2026–2027, inviting interdisciplinary research proposals aimed at rejuvenating and mainstreaming India’s traditional knowledge systems. The programme seeks original, high-quality research that…

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Soil types and pH range

Understanding Soil Types and pH Range: A Key to Sustainable Agriculture

Soil is the foundation of agriculture, and its type and pH level play a decisive role in crop productivity, nutrient availability, and long-term soil health. Lets Understand Soil Types and pH Range. Experts emphasize that understanding soil characteristics is essential for farmers, gardeners, and policymakers aiming for sustainable and climate-resilient farming. Why Soil pH Matters…

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APN Proposal Development Training Workshop 2026

📣 Call for Participants: 2026 APN Proposal Development Training Workshop in Southeast Asia

Penang, Malaysia — 15 December 2025 — The Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research (APN) has officially opened applications for its 2026 Proposal Development Training Workshop (PDTW), scheduled to take place in Penang, Malaysia from 26–30 April 2026. The workshop aims to build research and proposal writing capacity among early-career professionals focusing on climate and…

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Startup TN

StartupTN Invites Applications for Technology Acquisition Incentives

Chennai: StartupTN–Technology Transfer Center has invited applications from eligible startups for financial support under its Incentives for Technology Acquisition scheme. The Government of Tamil Nadu has allocated ₹50 lakh for this initiative. The scheme is open to DPIIT-recognised startups registered in Tamil Nadu with a formal technology licensing agreement from a recognised academic or research…

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JNCASR’s SRFP: A Flagship Programme Inspiring Young Scientific Minds Since 1991

Bengaluru: The Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) continues its legacy of nurturing future scientists through its Summer Research Fellowship Programme (SRFP)—one of the Centre’s most prestigious and long-standing initiatives, launched in 1991. Under this flagship programme, science and engineering students at the bachelor’s and master’s levels are selected purely on merit and…

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