Telangana Varsity Acts on WhatsApp Paper Leak
Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University suspends staff and cancels admissions after a BSc exam paper leak via WhatsApp. VC vows systemic reforms. Read the full investigation details.
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Record Harvests Call for Policy Shift to Support Crop Diversification
India's record foodgrain production of 330.5 million tonnes highlights a critical need: aligning policies and infrastructure with crop diversification goals to ensure sustainable farmer incomes and nutritional security. Read the analysis.
Govt Expands Health Research Scheme to More Medical Colleges
India's Centre has overhauled its HRD Scheme for health research to decentralize medical research, supporting students, young doctors, and women scientists nationwide. Learn how this move aims to build a robust research ecosystem beyond top institutes.
India's CRISPR Alternative Offers Hope for Food Security
Indian scientists develop indigenous, low-cost genome editing technology using 'jumping genes' to create resilient crops, bypassing costly CRISPR patents and aiming to secure India's agricultural future.
Mice: The Unsung Heroes of Biomedical Breakthroughs
Discover why mice are indispensable for medical research, from developing cancer drugs to creating COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about their genetic similarities to humans and ethical research standards.
184 New Crop Varieties Released to Boost Farm Productivity
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton and nutri-cereals, to increase yield, cut costs, and tackle climate change. Aim: reach farmers in 3 years.
Arya.ag Raises Rs 725 Crore in Series D Funding
Agritech leader Arya.ag has raised Rs 725 crore in Series D funding. The investment will boost climate-smart farming and market-led practices for Indian farmers. Read more about this major agritech development.
CUSAT awards alumni fellowships to 9 MSc students for research
Cochin University's Applied Chemistry Dept awards endowment fellowships to nine MSc students, providing Rs 90,000 for research internships at national institutes. Read more.
UP Allots Land in Pilibhit for Basmati Seed Processing Centre
UP govt approves 7-acre land lease to APEDA in Pilibhit for a basmati seed processing, training, and research facility. Aimed at boosting export-quality production with a 70-year lease plan. Read more.
PAU Tops PMRF List with 21 Fellows in Agriculture
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana secures top spot in PMRF list with 21 fellowships. Discover how this boosts agri-research and India's scientific talent.
Free 45-Day Agri-Business Training in Vellayani, Apply by Feb 5
College of Agriculture Vellayani offers a free 45-day entrepreneurial training programme. Selected candidates can get bank loans up to Rs 20 lakh. Apply online by February 5.
589 Students Get Degrees at Anand Agricultural University Convocation
Anand Agricultural University's 22nd convocation saw 589 graduates receive degrees. Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat called for a move to indigenous cow-based agriculture. Read the full report.
US pledges $10B to UN humanitarian aid, reversing Trump cuts
The US commits billions to UN humanitarian aid, marking a stark reversal from the Trump administration's funding slashes. Discover the global impact.
PAU Ludhiana Tops NIRF Rankings for Third Consecutive Year
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Ludhiana secures top NIRF rank for state agri universities, enters global top 100, and drives farmer-focused innovations in 2025. Discover its key achievements.
Gene-Edited Mustard Nears Approval in India
India may soon approve its first genome-edited mustard, promising higher oil output. This follows the release of gene-edited rice and marks a strategic shift in agricultural biotechnology. Read more.
ANRF Must Function Like DARPA to Kick-Start Innovation
For India's Anusandhan National Research Foundation to succeed, it must adopt DARPA's high-risk model, not become a bureaucratic fund. Expert analysis on its potential.
Minnesota Daycare Fraud: YouTuber Claims $1.9M Govt Fund Misuse
YouTuber Nick Shirley alleges massive fraud in Minnesota daycares, showing a closed centre that received $1.9 million in government funding. Calls for accountability.
9 Arrested in Italy for Alleged Hamas Funding via Charities
Italian police arrest nine individuals accused of financing Hamas through a network of charities. The crackdown reveals a complex money trail across Europe.
US Research Cuts Hit Pittsburgh Universities, Cost Jobs
Federal research funding cuts under Trump disrupted US universities. Pittsburgh lost $24M & 104 jobs. Academic freedom and critical health disparity studies are under threat. Explore the impact.
₹10 Crore Demand to Upgrade Brahmavar Agri College
MLC Manjunath Bhandary seeks ₹10 crore in 2025-26 budget to upgrade Brahmavar Diploma College to a degree-level institution under KSNUAHS, addressing a long-standing coastal demand. Read the full story.
Karnataka Simplifies Farmland Conversion for Non-Agricultural Use
Karnataka government introduces new rules to streamline the conversion of agricultural land for other purposes, aiming to boost development and reduce bureaucratic hurdles. Learn about the key changes.
Farmers Protest Inadequate Crop Insurance in Chikkamagaluru
Farmers in Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru, protest against delayed and low crop insurance payouts. Officials promise action. Read about the ongoing struggle for fair compensation.
Electoral Trusts Channel Rs 3,811 Crore in Corporate Donations
Post-electoral bonds, corporate donations via trusts hit Rs 3,811 crore in 2024-25. BJP received the lion's share, with Tata, Jindal, Mahindra as top donors. Explore the data.
Lottery Firm Gives Rs 110 Cr to Tamil Nadu Parties
Kolkata-based Tiger Associates donated Rs 110 crore to DMK and AIADMK in 2024-25, becoming their largest donor. Explore the details of political funding and corporate contributions in Tamil Nadu.
IIIT Delhi Director Resigns Over Foreign Funding MoU Row
IIIT Delhi director Ranjan Bose resigns after LG office flags lack of approval for MoUs with Gates Foundation & Skykraft. Details on funding, show-cause notice, and controversy inside.
Israel Tech Funding Hits $15.6B in 2025, Defying Odds
Israel's tech sector shows remarkable resilience in 2025, securing $15.6 billion in funding. Discover how strategic investments and AI are driving growth despite geopolitical challenges.
BJP gets 12 times Congress funding in 2024-25
BJP received over ₹6,000 crore in political donations in 2024-25, 12 times Congress' ₹522 crore. Electoral trusts dominate funding post-SC scrapping electoral bonds. Full donor list revealed.
BJP gets Rs 3,577 Cr via electoral trusts post-bond ban
After the electoral bond scheme was scrapped, BJP's donations via electoral trusts surged over four-fold to Rs 3,577.5 crore in 2024-25, capturing 83.6% of all trust funds. Explore the data.
TDP, Jana Sena 2024-25 Donors: Pharma, Solar Firms Lead
The ruling TDP and ally Jana Sena in Andhra Pradesh received bulk funds from pharma, solar, and real estate firms in 2024-25, as per EC reports. TDP's donations dipped to Rs 83.03 crore. Explore the key donors and trends.
UPSC Key Dec 21: Gaganyaan Tests, Funding & Atomic Act
ISRO conducts critical parachute tests for Gaganyaan, political funding via trusts triples post-electoral bonds, and the legacy of India's first Atomic Energy Act. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
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