Nafed's MSP procurement in Pune's Junnar offers relief to soybean growers hit by erratic rains. 70 tonnes bought at Rs 5,328/quintal, ensuring fair prices. Learn how this intervention countered distress sales.
Karnataka's Pre-University Board expands digital exam facility to II PU students from 2024-25, offering a choice between pen-paper and online tests. Learn about the new initiative.
The Indian government extends green gram procurement under the Price Support Scheme until January 22, 2025, offering relief to farmers. Learn about MSP, procurement agencies, and market impact.
Stakeholders meeting in Thanjavur addresses samba paddy procurement. Farmers seek solutions for staff, machines, and bags. Over 4.7k centres to open for the season.
Explore why nations like Bulgaria, Spain & Japan are launching digital nomad visas to attract remote professionals. Learn how this trend benefits economies and what it means for India's 1.9 million digital nomads.
India will introduce AI-powered automated grain analyzers next year to modernize procurement, cut wastage, and strengthen its role as a top global food supplier. Learn how this tech upgrade aims to benefit farmers and exports.
India's GeM portal has transformed government asset disposal, raising over Rs 2,200 crore through transparent online auctions. Discover how this digital shift boosts efficiency and value.
NIA counsel reveals Popular Front of India attempted to procure arms from neighbouring countries. Court hears arguments on charges against 20 PFI leaders. Read the full details.
Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has revolutionized public procurement, enabling over 11.25 lakh small sellers to secure orders worth Rs 7.44 lakh crore. Discover how this digital platform is boosting MSME growth and transparency.
Uttar Pradesh's paddy procurement surges with 4.09 lakh farmers participating. Govt credits online centres & swift payments of Rs 5,569 crore. Millet procurement also doubles. Read more.
Sambalpur observed a 12-hour shutdown as farmers protested paddy procurement token issues. Shops, offices, and banks closed. Farmers vow more agitation if demands unmet.
Goa's horticulture corp increases vegetable procurement by 20% to ensure stable supply and prices during the Christmas-New Year tourist season. Key staples like onions, potatoes, and tomatoes are secured in advance.
Chhattisgarh High Court demands clarity from CGMSC on Bilaspur's CIMS medical equipment procurement. The tender faces hurdles as key categories fail to attract minimum bidders. Read the latest updates.
Cachar administration enforces strict paddy procurement rules. Farmers must sell exclusively at notified centres at Minimum Support Price. Inter-district transport restricted. Read details.
The US State Department approves a major $1.36 billion foreign military sale to NATO, enhancing the alliance's air and missile defense capabilities. Read the full details.
A Karnataka government committee will investigate alleged procurement of medicines at inflated rates at CIMS hospital. The Health Minister also warned of potential supply disruptions from centralized tenders. Read the full report.
Karnataka's maize MSP scheme falters as farmers refuse to transport crop to distant Dharwad. State govt procures 7 lakh tonnes, but logistics undermine support price. Read the full report.
Bombay High Court orders CCI to disclose exact cotton procurement data from Vidarbha, highlighting a severe shortage of operational centers. Farmers face distress sales due to inadequate infrastructure. Full report by Dec 23.
A procurement centre in Banggursiya, Chhattisgarh, faces repeated attacks from wild elephants, who have consumed 15 bags of paddy. Read how locals are coping with the conflict.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams initiates a complete procurement department overhaul following scams. CBI probe reveals staff collusion, prompting staff transfers and strength review.
Tamil Nadu farmers demand immediate high-level talks to finalize the samba-thaladi paddy procurement policy before January harvests. They cite delays and seek MSP incentives matching other states.
Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi assured Rajya Sabha of sufficient paddy procurement. He urged states to enhance storage for rising wheat and paddy stocks. Read the full report.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath orders surprise inspections of paddy procurement centres in Shahjahanpur after a farmer's complaint during Janata Darshan. Action promised against irregularities.
Chhattisgarh Congress boycotts assembly, alleging severe paddy procurement mismanagement by BJP govt, causing farmer distress. Details on registration woes and pending land records inside.
Public libraries in Karnataka face a shortage of updated competitive exam books despite high student footfall. The state is considering policy changes to address procurement and price cap issues.
Andhra Pradesh paddy farmers battle high moisture levels post-cyclones, leading to slow procurement and distress sales. Learn about the crisis impacting harvests and prices.
Karnataka government increases maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer to ensure better price support. Learn how this move impacts farmers and the state's agricultural policy.
Orissa High Court reprimands OSMCL for lacking emergency medical procurement. MD ordered to appear on Dec 11 over delays at SCB Medical College. Read the full story.
Karnataka government raises maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer, offering ₹2,090 per quintal. A major relief for growers facing price volatility. Read details.
Raichur APMC, Karnataka's largest, is overwhelmed by 50,000 quintals of paddy daily from Andhra & Telangana, forcing intermittent procurement. Read why farmers are flocking here.