The Indian government is launching the world’s largest cooperative food grain storage scheme to enhance the income of Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) and create more jobs in rural areas. Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently reviewed this ambitious plan, which aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’, meaning ‘Prosperity Through…
In the beautiful hills of Nainital, Uttarakhand, Prakash Chandra Belwal is a shining example of successful farming. He manages a 20-acre farm filled with cereals, fruits, and vegetables. Since 1990, he has earned over Rs 30 lakh every year through his dedication and diverse crops. Prakash’s journey began after the death of his father. He…
Balasaheb Lomte is a farmer from Marathwada, a region known for its droughts. Like many farmers, he struggled for years with his dry land. However, everything changed when he joined The Art of Living’s JalTara project. This initiative focuses on water conservation and natural farming. It aims to help farmers like Balasaheb improve their land…
In India, gene editing is changing agriculture for the better. This technology helps create crops that are more resilient, nutritious, and sustainable. Researchers from top institutes like the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) and the Indian Institute of Rice Research (IIRR) have developed new rice varieties using gene editing. These include DRR Dhan 100, also…
Maintaining a healthy smile is important for your overall well-being. A bright smile not only boosts your confidence but also indicates good oral health. Here are five simple daily habits that can help you achieve and maintain a healthy smile. First, brush your teeth twice a day. Make sure to use fluoride toothpaste. Brush for…
Transgenic animals are animals that have been genetically modified. This means their DNA has been changed to include genes from other species. Scientists create transgenic animals to improve certain traits or for research purposes. Some common examples include supermice, GloFish, and goats that produce human proteins. The main goal of creating transgenic animals is to…
Bulletproof Coffee has become very popular in recent years. Many people love it for its unique taste and potential health benefits. This drink combines coffee, butter, and MCT oil. It is often used as a breakfast replacement or a quick energy booster. So, what exactly is Bulletproof Coffee? It is a high-fat coffee drink that…
Transgenic animals are animals that have been genetically modified. This means their DNA has been changed to include genes from other species. Scientists do this to improve traits that can help in medicine, agriculture, and research. For example, transgenic goats can produce human proteins in their milk. This can be useful for treating diseases. Similarly,…
On the sixth day of the ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan met with farmers in Narayangaon, Pune. This initiative aims to empower over 1.5 crore farmers across India. During his visit, Chouhan addressed several critical issues faced by farmers, especially the problem of fake pesticides. He promised that action would be…
This week, many parts of India will experience heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather update predicting significant weather activity across various regions. Some areas will welcome relief from heat, while others will face heatwaves and dust storms. Odisha and West Bengal are likely to experience heatwave…
