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The recently concluded EU–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA)—widely described as the “Mother of All Deals”—marks a historic milestone in global trade relations. After nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the European Union have reached a comprehensive agreement that promises to reshape economic cooperation between two of the world’s largest economies. Covering a market of…
At a time when Indian farming faces both promise and challenge — from global market pressures to climate-linked risks — the government is pushing forward with a farmer-centric reform agenda that seeks to make agriculture not just productive but also profitable, sustainable and future-ready. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan recently outlined a suite of…
India’s agricultural strength rests not only on the hard work of its farmers but also on the quality of science that supports them. From improved crop varieties and climate-resilient farming practices to pest management and soil health, agricultural research plays a decisive role in ensuring food security for a growing nation. At the centre of…
India’s agriculture depends heavily on the quality and availability of seeds. Recognising this, the Union government released the Draft Seeds Bill, 2025, aiming to modernise the Seeds Act of 1966 and the Seeds (Control) Order, 1983. The draft seeks to regulate the seed sector more effectively while balancing farmers’ rights and industry growth. Why Was…
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…
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…
India’s agricultural future increasingly depends on collective strength rather than individual struggle. Recognising this, the Government of India has decided to extend the Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) scheme for another five years, aiming to resolve long-standing issues of finance, compliance, and sustainability faced by farmer collectives across the country. What is the FPO Scheme? A…
Hyderabad: The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is set to launch a ₹1,000 crore second fund for start-ups through its investment subsidiary, Nabventures, marking a significant push to strengthen India’s rural and agri-start-up ecosystem. Announcing the initiative, NABARD Chairman K V Shaji said the new Fund II will build on the success…
The Aravalli Verdict Explained: What the Supreme Court’s Decision Really Means The Aravalli range, India’s oldest mountain system, has long served as a natural shield—recharging groundwater, curbing air pollution, and preventing the spread of desertification across North India. A recent Supreme Court ruling has once again brought the fragile future of this ancient range into…
In a major push for farmer welfare and sustainable agriculture, **Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 19, 2025,released the 21st installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, transferring over₹18,000 crore directly into the bank accounts of nearly 9 crore farmers across India.The fund release took place from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, where the…