The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for Undergraduate courses is a crucial exam for students aiming to join central universities and other institutions in India. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts this exam. The CUET UG 2025 exam took place from May 13 to June 3, 2025, across multiple locations. This year, around 13 lakh…
Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has declared the results for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025. The announcement was made on June 4, 2025, at 12:30 pm. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their scores online. This exam is crucial for admissions into various undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the university….
India’s first International Agri Hackathon recently wrapped up in Pune. The event was attended by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. It highlighted new agriculture technologies and announced nine ‘Clean Plant’ projects aimed at promoting disease-free horticulture across the country. Out of these, three projects will be based in…
World Environment Day is an important event celebrated on June 5 every year. It focuses on environmental issues and encourages people to take action. In 2025, the theme is “Ending Global Plastic Pollution.” This event is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and aims to highlight the problem of plastic waste. Plastic pollution…
In a worrying case of agroterrorism, two Chinese researchers, Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu, have been arrested for allegedly smuggling a dangerous crop fungus, Fusarium graminearum, into the United States. This fungus poses a significant threat to agriculture and public health. The case highlights the potential risks of biological threats to food security. Yunqing Jian,…
Sukhjeet Singh is a remarkable organic farmer from Sirsa, Haryana. He has turned his 72 acres of land into a thriving business, generating Rs. 60 lakh annually. Sukhjeet sells over 35 organic products such as atta, dal, mustard oil, and fresh vegetables. His brand, Sirsa Natural Farms, allows him to connect directly with urban consumers…
This World Environment Day, we celebrate the inspiring journey of Haricharan Oraon from Jharkhand, who has transformed his life through sustainable farming practices. Haricharan grew up in Dhurleta village, Ranchi, where opportunities were scarce and his family faced financial hardships. He had to leave school after the eighth grade and worked as a farm labourer…
Bayer Crop Science recently sent a delegation to the International Rice Research Institute – South Asia Regional Centre (IRRI-ISARC) in Varanasi, India. The visit aimed to enhance collaboration on hybrid and direct-seeded rice. The delegation included four members, led by Federico Vartorelli and Hema Reddy HB. They met with Dr. Sudhanshu Singh, the director of…
In a significant step towards enhancing agricultural innovation, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has launched the Centre of Excellence for South-South Cooperation in Agriculture (ISSCA). This new centre aims to foster collaboration and innovation among countries in the Global South. The launch took place during the Conference on Global South…
Weather patterns are changing across India due to several cyclonic circulations. This week, states like Meghalaya, Bihar, Rajasthan, Odisha, Kerala, and Delhi-NCR will see heavy rains, thunderstorms, and heatwave alerts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forewarned that these weather changes could lead to significant impacts on agriculture and daily life. In Meghalaya, the forecast…
