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Adani and Google announce collaboration to boost clean energy in India

The Adani Group and Google announced a partnership aimed at enhancing their sustainability efforts and contributing to the growth of clean energy in India. In a press release on Thursday, Adani Group said that it would supply renewable energy generated from a new solar-wind hybrid project located at Khavda, Gujarat, home to the world's la...

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Mahatma Gandhi’s Vision for Indian Farmers and His Contribution to Indian Agriculture

 Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, is widely known for his role in India’s independence struggle, but his vision for India extended beyond political freedom. At the heart of Gandhi’s philosophy was a deep connection with India’s rural population, particularly ...

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Agriculture to play key role in making UP a $1 trillion economy

 

 

 

 The agriculture sector is set to play a pivotal in realizing the dream to make Uttar Pradesh a one-trillion-dollar economy. The state government is ...

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Sustainable Agriculture, Key to Viksit Bharat: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale

 The vitality of soil as the foundation of life was a key focus at the recent Sustainable Agriculture Summit & Awards 2024 in New Delhi. Experts from various sectors, including farming, policy, science, and industry, convened to discuss the pressing need for collaborative efforts in nurturing soil health. This gathering emphasized that such efforts are essential to e...

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Experts to gather to advance idea of ‘Viksit Krishi for Viksit Bharat’ at Sustainable Agri Summit on August 7

 The Summit will offer a platform for stakeholders to discuss strategies for reducing agricultural emissions, achieving net-zero, tackling adverse impacts of climate change and transforming food production, distribution, and consumption

In the wake of adverse impacts of climate change and in keeping with Government of In...

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Modi takes charge as PM; first decision is to release Kisan Nidhi

 The instalment is expected to benefit 9.3 crore farmers and entails distribution of around Rs 20,000 crore.


Launched in 2019, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme offers eligibl...

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World Hypertension Day 2024: Foods You Must Avoid to Stay Safe

 The theme for this year’s World Hypertension Day is “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer.” The idea draws light on the importance of accurate blood pressure measurement and effective hypertension management to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), particularly in low to middle-income areas. It is all about the significance of ...

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National Pollution Control Day 2023: Date, history, significance

National Pollution Control Day 2023: Pollution is one of the pressing issues of the world. Every year, people die due to pollution of various kinds, and it is high time that we become mindful of the way we live and use the resources of the planet to ensure that the future is green and harmless. However, introducing new and harmful elements to nature adds to the rising pollution on a daily bas...

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Making our agri-food systems more just, inclusive, and equitable is crucial for the well-being of the planet: President

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated an International Research Conference on 'FROM RESEARCH TO IMPACT: Towards Just and Resilient Agri-Food Systems' in New Delhi on October 9, 2023.

During her speech, the President emphasized the importance of justice in society, regardless of its level of prosperity. She noted tha...

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Women’s links with markets must be improved to make robust agri-food systems, vibrant rural communities: Experts

 With Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s emphasis on Nari Shakti (women power) and the G20 New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration clarion call for “women-led development”, experts say now is the ideal time to reinforce gender equality in agri-food systems. Agricultural gender researchers, speaking in a recent webinar, agreed that true commit...

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