The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy rainfall across many states in India this week. This is due to an active low-pressure system. Regions like Delhi, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Kerala are expected to experience heavy to very heavy showers. Rainfall is set to increase in these areas, with temperature drops likely. The IMD…
New Delhi, India- A broad coalition of 691 individuals, including doctors, researchers, farmers, and public health experts, alongside hundreds of public-spirited organisations operating under the banner of the Coalition for a GM-Free India, has issued an urgent plea to the Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare. In a letter dated June 26, 2025, the…
A national workshop on agroforestry took place on 25th June 2025 in New Delhi. This event focused on improving rainfed agriculture in India. The workshop was called “Agroforestry for Resilient Rainfed Landscapes” and was held at the National Agricultural Science Centre. It was jointly organized by the National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA), the Natural Resource…
Agriculture has always been essential for human life. It provides food and supports economies. But today, farmers face new challenges. Climate change, soil health, and resource management are vital issues. One innovative solution gaining attention is carbon farming. This method not only helps farmers but also benefits the planet. Carbon farming involves practices that increase…
On June 24, 2025, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, announced a new initiative called the ‘Crop War’. This initiative aims to improve the production of key crops like sugarcane, pulses, oilseeds, soybean, and cotton. The announcement was made during a review meeting at the ICAR Pusa Campus in New Delhi….
The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has extended the deadline for bids on its green ammonia tender. The new date is June 30, 2025. This initiative falls under the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) scheme. The project aims to supply 724,000 tonnes of green ammonia each year to 13 fertilizer plants. Green…
At a time when Maharashtra’s farmers are grappling with soaring input costs and erratic weather patterns, a crucial government service lies dormant in the heart of Nagpur. The Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Nagpur, which once proudly offered soil testing services to farmers for just ₹30, has not been functioning for over a year. The…
A group of 20 agricultural scientists from India has raised serious concerns regarding the recent announcement by the Union agriculture ministry. They are worried about the premature release of gene-edited rice varieties. The scientists say this move could have significant consequences for India’s agricultural sector and farmers’ welfare. The scientists are part of a forum…
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms impacting over 15 states as the monsoon intensifies. As we approach the end of June 2025, farmers across India are feeling the effects of a delayed monsoon. With sowing disrupted, many are faced with tough decisions about their crops. In states like Maharashtra,…
The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has taken a huge step towards a cleaner environment. They recently issued a tender worth ₹1,500 crore for the production of green ammonia. This initiative aims to decarbonize India’s fertilizer sector, which is currently reliant on fossil fuels for ammonia production. Ammonia is a crucial ingredient in urea…
