February 25, 2026
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India–Argentina ICAR–INTA

India–Argentina ICAR–INTA Work Plan 2025–27 Strengthens Agricultural Cooperation

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India–Argentina ICAR–INTA Work Plan 2025–27 boosts agricultural research, crop improvement, and sustainable farming practices with joint projects and training programs. India and Argentina Sign ICAR–INTA Work Plan 2025–27 to Strengthen Agricultural Collaboration India and Argentina Sign Agricultural Cooperation Work Plan India and Argentina have recently signed the ICAR–INTA Work Plan for 2025–27, aimed at enhancing…

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ICAR DG Appointment 2025: Dr. Mangi Lal Jat Becomes Secretary of DARE and DG of ICAR

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Who is Mangi Lal Jat? Dr. Mangi Lal Jat, an eminent agricultural scientist, has been appointed as the Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and the Director General (DG) of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). This dual appointment positions him at the apex of India’s agricultural research framework, with…

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Epicoccum indicum BHU discovery

Epicoccum Indicum Discovery by BHU: New Phytopathogenic Fungus Impact on Agriculture

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BHU Discovers New Phytopathogenic Fungus Epicoccum Indicum Introduction to the DiscoveryBanaras Hindu University (BHU) researchers have made a significant discovery in the field of agricultural microbiology. A new phytopathogenic fungus, Epicoccum indicum, has been identified, which has the potential to damage crops. This groundbreaking discovery offers new insights into plant diseases, their control, and agricultural…

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ICRISAT new director general

ICRISAT Director General Appointment: Dr. Himanshu Pathak’s Vision for Agricultural Research

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Dr. Himanshu Pathak Appointed as New Director General of ICRISAT The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has announced the appointment of Dr. Himanshu Pathak as its new Director General. Dr. Pathak, who previously served as the Deputy Director General for Research at ICRISAT, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to…

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Uttar Pradesh opium production

Uttar Pradesh: Largest Producer of Opium in India – Economic and Strategic Impact

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Uttar Pradesh Emerges as Largest Producer of Opium in India Uttar Pradesh has made headlines by becoming the largest producer of opium in India. This significant achievement highlights the state’s agricultural prowess and the government’s strategic initiatives to boost opium production for medicinal and industrial purposes. The state’s success in this area is attributed to…

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