India, Feb. 2 -- The 2026-27 Union Budget introduces initiatives to bolster India's textile sector, focusing on self-reliance & global competitiveness. Key measures include the National Fibre Scheme,... Read More
India, Feb. 1 -- Agriculture and allied activities saw an allocation of Rs 1.62 lakh crore, an increase of around 7 per cent compared to Revised Estimates of Rs 1.51 lakh crore in 2025-26. However, a... Read More
India, Feb. 1 -- The Union Budget for 2026-27 has placed strong emphasis on livestock and fisheries, recognising their growing role in India's agricultural economy. Reflecting this priority, the alloc... Read More
India, Feb. 1 -- The Union Budget 2026-27 prioritises high-value crops like coconut, cocoa, and cashew. It allocates Rs 350 crore to support this shift. The focus aims to boost farmer incomes, diver... Read More
India, Jan. 30 -- The weight of food and beverages will reduce from the current 45.86 per cent to 36.75 per cent in calculating consumer price index (CPI), which is used to measure inflation, accordin... Read More
India, Jan. 30 -- Economic Survey 2026 calls for ultra-processed foods to be moved to the highest GST slab Report proposes additional surcharges on products high in sugar, salt and fat Survey backs ... Read More
India, Jan. 29 -- The Economic Survey 2025-26 recommended raising urea prices and implementing direct cash transfers to farmers. This will curb urea overuse, which has led to soil health issues. The... Read More
India, Jan. 29 -- India's ethanol blending program, crucial for energy security, is reshaping crop priorities, with farmers favoring maize over pulses and oilseeds, risking food security. The Economic... Read More
India, Jan. 29 -- The Economic Survey 2026 highlights a 4.6% growth in agriculture. But the growth was driven by livestock and fisheries rather than crops. Despite a favourable monsoon, crop growth ... Read More
India, Jan. 28 -- Despite the potential for high economic returns, the adoption of climate-resilient rice varieties in India remains limited. The varieties are particularly beneficial in drought and ... Read More