Former Rajasthan agriculture minister Prabhu Lal Saini secures patents for three indigenous date palm varieties, ST-1, ST-2, and ST-3, boosting local cultivation. Discover his 10-year research journey.
ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announces India's ambitious plan for a human Moon landing by 2027, details new Rs 4,000 crore launch pad, and reveals upcoming Bhuvan mapping portal. Read more.
Agriculture officials in Kodagu mandate strict adherence to fertiliser inventory rules. Retailers must sell only to local farmers based on landholding, with FIR threats for violations.
Telangana government takes decisive action, reallocating zones from underperforming oil palm companies to Telangana Oil Fed. Aim: boost domestic cultivation, cut edible oil imports. Read more.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces 2026 as 'Agriculture Year' with a detailed roadmap focusing on farm incomes, rural jobs, and the Atal Progress-Way project. Discover the state's vision for sustainable farming.
NITI Aayog approves Rs 1.64 crore for a Zero Waste Pineapple Innovation Hub in Assam's Cachar district to boost value addition, jobs, and sustainability. Read how this project will transform the local agrarian economy.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urges states to strategically utilise budgets before March to avoid losses and ensure timely central fund releases for key schemes like PM-KISAN.
Kerala govt launches Rs 2,365 crore KERA project to promote climate-resilient farming, ensure fair prices & train 32,000 farmers. Learn about the state's biggest agri-scheme in 40 years.
India's ambitious Samudrayaan Mission aims to send a manned submersible to a depth of 6,000 meters by 2026, announced Union Minister Jitendra Singh. This historic deep ocean exploration will study biodiversity and mineral resources.
Discover five breathtaking national parks in the US where you can hike and explore without the fear of encountering venomous snakes. Perfect for families and anxious travellers.
Over 26,000 agricultural livelihood facilitators are transforming farming in Uttar Pradesh, promoting modern techniques, govt schemes, and women's empowerment. Discover how they are building a self-reliant ecosystem.
ISRO's first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission, HLVM3 G1/OM1, is now targeted for launch by March 2026. Get the latest updates on India's ambitious human spaceflight program, its revised timeline, and completed system tests.
Arun Kumar from Hazaribag built a sustainable dairy enterprise using solar energy, biogas, and milk processing. His model boosts income and inspires rural self-employment. Discover his journey!
OPSC has announced 118 Assistant Agriculture Officer vacancies. Apply online from Jan 10-27, 2026. Check eligibility, salary, and exam pattern details here.
Bhopal's civic body plans to use eco-friendly cow dung paint for its annual beautification drive ahead of Swachh Bharat Mission Survey 2026. The move aims to boost rankings, create jobs, and promote sustainability.
India's landmark National Sports Governance Act partially takes effect from January 1, 2026, establishing a new framework for sports bodies, a National Sports Board, and a Tribunal. Read about the key changes.
Uttar Pradesh's agriculture department has utilized only 45% of its Rs 8,620 crore budget for 2025-26, with major schemes like seed parks and PM-KUSUM seeing no expenditure. Key details inside.
India's agriculture sector is poised for record foodgrain production in 2025-26, driven by strong monsoons and GST cuts on farm inputs. Discover the key figures and policy impacts shaping the sector's future.
J&K Minister Choudhary Mohammad Javed inaugurated a Mega Kisan Mela in Bishnah, promoting sustainable agriculture and farmer welfare. Discover the key initiatives announced.
CM Devendra Fadnavis received the Dr Panjabrao Deshmukh Memorial Award, pledging to advance his agricultural mission. He praised Deshmukh's societal reforms and educational vision.
Punjab farmers are shifting to bio-fertilisers for eco-friendly agriculture. Experts highlight benefits for soil health and crop yield. Discover the sustainable way ahead for Indian farming.
Biofactor Biologicals unveils BioLMin Kit, an integrated biological nutrition programme. This innovation aims to boost crop yields and soil health for Indian farmers sustainably.
Russia's Roscosmos plans to build a nuclear power plant on the moon within a decade to power its lunar base and a joint station with China. Read about the ambitious space race details.
Gov. Anandiben Patel highlights agriculture sector transformation at AIRSAVBCON 2025. Read about the focus on AI, robotics, and farmer awards for Viksit Bharat.
On National Farmers' Day, explore crucial sustainable farming methods & the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA). Essential reading for UPSC aspirants & eco-conscious citizens. Boost your current affairs knowledge now!
US President Donald Trump reveals an ambitious executive order for space, targeting a 2028 Moon return, a Mars mission, and a $50 billion commercial space economy. Read the full details.
A Karnataka farmer's innovative model of combining solar power generation with agriculture yields Rs 1.2 crore annual income. Discover how this sustainable approach is being promoted by CM Siddaramaiah.
Experts at a Lucknow congress highlight how AI and robotics can cut carbon emissions and boost farm productivity for a Viksit Bharat. Discover the future of smart agriculture.
ICAR-IIVR in Varanasi organizes a Farmers' Day program on Chaudhary Charan Singh's birth anniversary. The event focuses on sustainable employment and self-reliance for farmers under the Viksit Bharat Mission. Read more.
Pune's Mission City Chakra transforms 655+ schools, banning plastic tiffins & bottles. Over 80,000 students adopt sustainable habits, aiming for a zero-waste India. Join the change!