National Investment Policy for Urea 2026 approved by Cabinet aims to boost domestic urea production, reduce imports, strengthen fertilizer security and support Indian agriculture. Know key features, benefits and exam-related facts. Introduction The Union Cabinet has approved the National Investment Policy for Urea-2026 (NIPU-2026) under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative to promote fresh investment in India’s…
PRAGATI Project Key Features explained in detail with objectives, benefits, regenerative agriculture, rural entrepreneurship, key facts, historical background, MCQs, FAQs, and exam-oriented notes for UPSC, PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and other government exams. Union Government Launches PRAGATI Project The Government of India has launched the PRAGATI (Promoting Regenerative Agriculture, Growth, Agri-Entrepreneurship and Transformative Innovation)…
Rahul Dravid becomes the brand ambassador for Paradeep Phosphates to promote balanced fertiliser use, sustainable agriculture, and farmer education through nationwide awareness campaigns. Paradeep Phosphates Appoints Rahul Dravid as Brand Ambassador for Sustainable Farming Campaign On 5 November 2025, Paradeep Phosphates Ltd. (PPL), one of India’s prominent fertiliser manufacturers, announced the appointment of Rahul Dravid—the…
NBS Subsidy Rates Rabi 2025-26 approved by Cabinet with ₹37,952 crore allocation for phosphatic and potassic fertilisers to ensure affordable supply and balanced nutrient use for farmers across India. Cabinet Clears NBS Rates for Rabi 2025-26 on P&K Fertilisers Decision Approved by the Cabinet The Union Cabinet, chaired by Narendra Modi, has formally approved the…
MSP hike for rabi crops 2026-27: Government increases Minimum Support Prices for wheat, safflower, pulses, and more, boosting farmers’ income and supporting crop diversification. Government Hikes Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Rabi Crops – 2026-27 Marketing Season Introduction: A Strategic Move to Support Farmers On October 1, 2025, the Union Cabinet of India approved an…
Coconut Development Board schemes 2025 provide enhanced subsidies, skill development, and global market opportunities for coconut farmers, promoting sustainable farming and higher income. Coconut Development Board Launches Revised Schemes to Empower Coconut Farmers Introduction: Celebrating World Coconut Day with Strategic Initiatives On September 3, 2025, the Coconut Development Board (CDB) commemorated World Coconut Day by…
M.S. Swaminathan Centenary Conference 2025 in New Delhi saw PM Modi launch major schemes like Lab to Land and National Mission on Natural Farming to boost India’s agriculture sector. PM Modi Inaugurates Dr. M. S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference A Landmark Tribute to India’s ‘Green Revolution’ Hero Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bharat Ratna…
India Saudi DAP agreement: India secures a 5-year deal with Saudi Arabia’s Ma’aden to import 3.1 million MT of DAP annually, ensuring fertilizer security amid China’s phosphate export restrictions. India Secures Strategic 5‑Year DAP Fertilizer Deal with Saudi’s Ma’aden Strengthening India’s Fertilizer Security Amid global supply chain challenges, India has reached a milestone by signing…
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan: Transforming Indian Agriculture Introduction On May 29, 2025, the Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, launched the ‘Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan’ (VKSA) at the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) in Bhubaneswar. This nationwide initiative aims to revolutionize Indian agriculture by bridging the gap between scientific…
Cabinet Approves Hike in MSP for 14 Kharif Crops for 2025–26 Introduction: Government’s Commitment to Farmers On May 29, 2025, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved an increase in the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops for the 2025–26 marketing season. This decision aims to…
