ICAR research and NITI Aayog assessment show natural farming can improve soil health, reduce input costs and deliver comparable or higher crop productivity Key Highlights Farmers adopting Natural Farming are eligible for an Output-Based Incentive of ₹4,000 per acre per year for two years (up to one
Government highlights major reforms in seed research, quality assurance, global collaborations and public-private partnerships to boost agricultural productivity and food security Key Highlights 3,236 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-led Key Highlights Pradhan 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 State Key Highlights 100 districts selected under the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (DDKY). Districts identified using three key indicators: Low agricultural productivity Low cropping intensity Low agricultural credit disbursement Every 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 continues Published: July 21, 2026 Key Highlights Total 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 experiences PHDCCI-KPMG Report on Heritage Tourism unveiled A 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