Government highlights major reforms in seed research, quality assurance, global collaborations and public-private partnerships to boost agricultural productivity and food securityKey Highlights3,236 crop varieties released and notified between 2014 and 2025.2,996 varieties are climate-resilient, including 587 extreme climate-tolerant seeds.Over 10,800 plant varieties registered under the
Government says PMKSY funds irrigation infrastructure, on-farm water management and watershed development, while implementation remains State-ledKey HighlightsPradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) continues as the Centre's flagship irrigation development programme.The scheme comprises three major components:Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP)Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP)Watershed Development Component
Government says selection is driven by low agricultural productivity, cropping intensity and farm credit availability, ensuring representation from every StateKey Highlights100 districts selected under the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (DDKY).Districts identified using three key indicators:Low agricultural productivityLow cropping intensityLow agricultural credit disbursementEvery State has
PIB Update: Slower sowing progress in key Kharif crops could influence food supply chains, hospitality procurement and agri-linked tourism if the trend continuesPublished: July 21, 2026Key HighlightsTotal Kharif sowing area stands at 658.19 lakh hectares as of July 17, 2026, compared to 700.47 lakh hectares
As MAYFAIR Hotels & Resorts continues to strengthen its position as one of India’s leading luxury hospitality brands, the company has appointed Rajni Kumari Singh as Marketing Manager at its Corporate Office. Bringing expertise in destination marketing, luxury hospitality communications, public relations, and integrated brand
Government, industry and tourism boards call for investment-led conservation, stronger public-private partnerships and technology-enabled visitor experiencesPHDCCI-KPMG Report on Heritage Tourism unveiledA national call to reposition heritage, specially culinary heritage, as a strategic pillar of India’s tourism economy, supported by greater private sector participation, investment-friendly policies,
July 24th 2026, Bengaluru: ITC Windsor is pleased to announce the appointment of Arnold Lobo as its Learning and Development Manager, reinforcing the hotel's commitment to nurturing talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and building future-ready teams.With over a decade of experience with ITC Hotels, Arnold
Mumbai, July 2026: JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, proudly known as the "Gateway to Mumbai," is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Nisarga V M as its new Spa Manager. Renowned for its bespoke therapies and immersive wellness experiences, Spa by JW is designed around