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Parliament and State Legislatures Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Applications received with suggestions for the 2025 Seeds Bill, Pg8

Government aims to introduce Seeds Bill 2025 in Parliament during Budget session's first phase, targeting enhanced seed quality.

Parliament and State Legislatures Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

8 Jan, 2026

Applications received with suggestions for the 2025 Seeds Bill, Pg8

Government aims to introduce Seeds Bill 2025 in Parliament during Budget session's first phase, targeting enhanced seed quality.

8 Jan, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture

MGNREGA is synonymous with corruption: Chouhan, Pg11

Union Minister defends 'Viksit Bharat Guarantee' bill, slams MGNREGA for corruption, and unveils 184 climate-resilient seed varieties.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture

5 Jan, 2026

MGNREGA is synonymous with corruption: Chouhan, Pg11

Union Minister defends 'Viksit Bharat Guarantee' bill, slams MGNREGA for corruption, and unveils 184 climate-resilient seed varieties.

5 Jan, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture

Chouhan: India has surpassed China, is now world's largest rice producer, Pg7

India overtakes China as world's largest rice producer with 150.18 million tonnes output in 2024-25, says Agriculture Minister.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture

5 Jan, 2026

Chouhan: India has surpassed China, is now world's largest rice producer, Pg7

India overtakes China as world's largest rice producer with 150.18 million tonnes output in 2024-25, says Agriculture Minister.

5 Jan, 2026

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Investment Models

A lesson from Beed in raising farmers' incomes, Pg10

Beed farmers' income surges tenfold via Krishikul initiative, showcasing potential for nationwide agricultural transformation through fruit crop diversification.

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Investment Models

5 Jan, 2026

A lesson from Beed in raising farmers' incomes, Pg10

Beed farmers' income surges tenfold via Krishikul initiative, showcasing potential for nationwide agricultural transformation through fruit crop diversification.

5 Jan, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

How rice farmers can cut methane, and make money off it, Pg17

Rice farmers adopting alternate wetting and drying (AWD) can cut methane emissions and earn carbon credits, boosting income.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Jan, 2026

How rice farmers can cut methane, and make money off it, Pg17

Rice farmers adopting alternate wetting and drying (AWD) can cut methane emissions and earn carbon credits, boosting income.

3 Jan, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Technology Missions in Agriculture Biotechnology

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

India prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture amidst climate change, integrating biotechnology, AI, and sustainable practices for enhanced productivity and environmental protection.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Technology Missions in Agriculture Biotechnology

2 Jan, 2026

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

India prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture amidst climate change, integrating biotechnology, AI, and sustainable practices for enhanced productivity and environmental protection.

2 Jan, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

India's rice production boom triggers water crisis; unsustainable groundwater depletion threatens agricultural heartlands despite government subsidies and strong monsoons.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

1 Jan, 2026

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

India's rice production boom triggers water crisis; unsustainable groundwater depletion threatens agricultural heartlands despite government subsidies and strong monsoons.

1 Jan, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

NREGS may not be cause of farm labour shortage, Pg18

VBG-RAMG Bill proposes 60-day NREGS work pause during peak agriculture season, but data shows little impact on farm wages.

17 Dec, 2025

NREGS may not be cause of farm labour shortage, Pg18

VBG-RAMG Bill proposes 60-day NREGS work pause during peak agriculture season, but data shows little impact on farm wages.

17 Dec, 2025

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

US team in Delhi for talks, Trump threatens tariffs on Indian rice, Pg1

Trump threatens tariffs on Indian rice amid trade talks, alleging 'dumping', despite US being a net exporter.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

10 Dec, 2025

US team in Delhi for talks, Trump threatens tariffs on Indian rice, Pg1

Trump threatens tariffs on Indian rice amid trade talks, alleging 'dumping', despite US being a net exporter.

10 Dec, 2025

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Food inflation dips but that isn't enough, Pg10

Rabi crop sowing surges, promising food inflation relief, but farm income deflation raises concerns about agricultural reforms and long-term investment.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

9 Dec, 2025

Food inflation dips but that isn't enough, Pg10

Rabi crop sowing surges, promising food inflation relief, but farm income deflation raises concerns about agricultural reforms and long-term investment.

9 Dec, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Multispecies grasslands yield more with less nitrogen, Pg13

Multispecies grasslands boost yields, reduce nitrogen fertilizer needs, offering sustainable livestock feed solutions, especially in warmer temperate regions.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

7 Dec, 2025

Multispecies grasslands yield more with less nitrogen, Pg13

Multispecies grasslands boost yields, reduce nitrogen fertilizer needs, offering sustainable livestock feed solutions, especially in warmer temperate regions.

7 Dec, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Higher penalty, regulating quality: What new Seeds Bill proposes, Pg17

New Seeds Bill 2025 mandates seed registration, proposes ₹30 lakh penalty for selling spurious seeds, aiming to regulate quality.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

1 Dec, 2025

Higher penalty, regulating quality: What new Seeds Bill proposes, Pg17

New Seeds Bill 2025 mandates seed registration, proposes ₹30 lakh penalty for selling spurious seeds, aiming to regulate quality.

1 Dec, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Biotechnology

The many roles of sugarcane in India and the world, Pg14

Sugarcane's multifaceted role highlighted: Genetic diversity, bioethanol production, medicinal uses, and India's leading production across 13 states.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Biotechnology

30 Nov, 2025

The many roles of sugarcane in India and the world, Pg14

Sugarcane's multifaceted role highlighted: Genetic diversity, bioethanol production, medicinal uses, and India's leading production across 13 states.

30 Nov, 2025

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

Scientists warn against accepting ‘one-sided deal’ at plant treaty meet, Pg11

Scientists raise alarm over 'unfair' plant treaty proposal favoring agri-businesses, urge India to reject at GB11 meet in Peru.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

30 Nov, 2025

Scientists warn against accepting ‘one-sided deal’ at plant treaty meet, Pg11

Scientists raise alarm over 'unfair' plant treaty proposal favoring agri-businesses, urge India to reject at GB11 meet in Peru.

30 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

For Assam tea, erratic climate and stagnant prices present a crisis, PgII

Assam's tea industry faces crisis as erratic climate and stagnant prices threaten livelihoods and production, impacting 12 lakh workers.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

26 Nov, 2025

For Assam tea, erratic climate and stagnant prices present a crisis, PgII

Assam's tea industry faces crisis as erratic climate and stagnant prices threaten livelihoods and production, impacting 12 lakh workers.

26 Nov, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

What does the draft Seeds Bill entail?, Pg8

Agriculture Ministry releases draft Seeds Bill 2023, proposing regulatory mechanisms for seed quality, trade, and farmer rights, inviting public feedback.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

26 Nov, 2025

What does the draft Seeds Bill entail?, Pg8

Agriculture Ministry releases draft Seeds Bill 2023, proposing regulatory mechanisms for seed quality, trade, and farmer rights, inviting public feedback.

26 Nov, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Biotechnology

Farmers must reap fruits of genetic engineering, Pg14

India poised to embrace genome-edited crops, ICAR develops indigenous gene-editing tool to boost agricultural productivity and reduce import dependence.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Biotechnology

25 Nov, 2025

Farmers must reap fruits of genetic engineering, Pg14

India poised to embrace genome-edited crops, ICAR develops indigenous gene-editing tool to boost agricultural productivity and reduce import dependence.

25 Nov, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Foodgrain production hits record high, Pg12

India's foodgrain production surges to a record 357.32 million tonnes in 2024-25, marking a 7.68% increase.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security

21 Nov, 2025

Foodgrain production hits record high, Pg12

India's foodgrain production surges to a record 357.32 million tonnes in 2024-25, marking a 7.68% increase.

21 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Health Sector Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Hidden cost of polluted groundwater, Pg7

Alarming groundwater contamination costing India $80 billion annually, disproportionately impacting poor, agriculture, and export competitiveness, demanding urgent action.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Health Sector Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

20 Nov, 2025

Hidden cost of polluted groundwater, Pg7

Alarming groundwater contamination costing India $80 billion annually, disproportionately impacting poor, agriculture, and export competitiveness, demanding urgent action.

20 Nov, 2025

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Biotechnology Intellectual Property Rights, IPR