New Delhi: CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) hosted a significant Expert Review Meeting in New Delhi yesterday as part of the project titled “Enhancing Nutritional Security and Sustainable Health through Millets in India: a Policy Perspective.” The event brought together key experts from the millet industry, researchers, and policy domains to…
Faridabad: Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, inaugurated the 17th Annual International Biocuration Conference (AIBC-2024) organized by the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC) at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) in Faridabad, Haryana. Dr. Singh…
Varanasi: Bolstering the contribution of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in the agricultural and processed food product exports, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) organized a successful exposure visit for FPOs to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
New Delhi: Piyush Goyal, Union Minister for Textiles, Consumer Affairs & Food & Public Distribution, and Commerce & Industry, encouraged beneficiaries of the textile sector to embrace the “Vocal for Local” mantra during an interactive session today. Addressing the gathering, Goyal highlighted that boosting textile production in the country will not only increase income but…
New Delhi: In a move towards advancing its commitment to sustainable practices, NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has announced the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary, NLC India Green Energy Limited (NIGEL).
New Delhi: In a pioneering move to bolster the sports ecosystem and promote athletic talent, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) of the Government of India, in collaboration with the Department of Sports, has introduced comprehensive reforms in the recruitment, promotion, and incentives framework for athletes. The updated guidelines, presented in a memorandum issued…
New Delhi: The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), launched in 2016, has achieved significant milestones in its eight years of implementation. As of now, 56.80 crore farmer applications have been enrolled in the program, with over 23.22 crore farmers receiving claims totaling more than Rs. 1,55,977 crore. The scheme has played a pivotal role in providing financial stability to farmers facing crop loss or damage due to unforeseen events.
New Delhi: The National Youth Parliament Festival, 2024 concluded today with an impactful ceremony held in the historic Central Hall of Parliament. The event saw the esteemed presence of Lok Sabha Speaker Birla and Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Anurag Singh Thakur. During the ceremony, Om Birla congratulated and addressed the participants, recognizing…
New Delhi: The National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA), under the Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, Government of India, hosted a landmark National Workshop on ‘Digital Forecasting Techniques and Decision Support System for Climate Resilient Agriculture in Rainfed Eco-systems’ today.
New Delhi: In a significant outreach across southern India, the Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, is set to embark on a one-day tour covering Bengaluru, Thiruvananthapuram, and Coimbatore on March 8.
