Hi, NewsWrap for December 01, 2023

01-December-2023: Jal Itihas Utsav, Paddy Stubble Burning, Pradhan Mantri Mahila Kisan Drone Kendra, Karnataka Farmers to Get Rs 2000 Drought Relief

1 December 2023

  • Karnataka Farmers to Get Rs 2000 Drought Relief from State, Central Govt Funds Not Received Yet

    Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday, 30, announced to provide Rs 2000 to every farmer as the government's financial aid has not been reached to the state yet. The CM said the government had decided to do whatever it could in the absence of any response from the Centre to Karnataka’s request for NDRF funds. “As the first installment, the government will release Rs 2,000 per farmer. The rest will be given to them once the Centre releases funds, he mentioned in the state government's memorandum.

  • AI’s Potential Should Be Harnessed in Agriculture, Says Dr Kota Harinarayana

    Kota Harinarayana, the mastermind behind India's indigenous light combat aircraft, Tejas, has expressed the need to leverage the vast potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the agriculture sector for a revolutionary impact on precision farming. During his address at the 'Meet the Pioneers in Science and Technology' event organized by the Government Engineering College in Mananthavady, celebrating its silver jubilee, Dr Harinarayana emphasized the pivotal role of students in this technological endeavour. He highlighted the transformative capabilities of AI, envisioning a remarkable ten-fold increase in agricultural yield while simultaneously reducing water usage, fertilizers, and pesticides.

  • Jal Itihas Utsav: Celebrating Water Heritage, Community Connection, and Conservation Efforts in Mehrauli, Delhi

    The National Water Mission, under the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, is set to organize the 'Jal Itihas Utsav' at Shamsi Talab, Jahaz Mahal in Mehrauli, Delhi, on December 1, 2023. The event aims to raise public awareness about safeguarding water heritage sites, instill a sense of ownership among the masses, promote tourism, and contribute to the restoration of these significant heritage structures. The distinguished gathering will be graced by the presence of Lt. Governor of Delhi, Vinai Kumar Saxena, along with the Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and senior officials from various Departments of the Central and State Government.

  • Paddy Stubble Burning: Significant Reduction in Incidents in Punjab, Haryana Marks Progress Towards Sustainable Agriculture

    The recently concluded paddy harvesting season in Punjab and Haryana has marked a substantial decrease in paddy stubble burning incidents, reflecting the success of concerted efforts and strategic measures implemented by various stakeholders. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) played a pivotal role by developing a standard protocol for recording paddy straw burning events, conducted annually from September 15 to November 30. Over the past three years, both Punjab and Haryana have witnessed a remarkable decline in paddy stubble burning cases. In 2023, the efforts towards managing paddy straw for the season have shown positive results, thanks to district-specific action plans, intensified monitoring at various government levels, and increased utilization of machinery for in-situ/ex-situ management.

  • PM Modi Launches Pradhan Mantri Mahila Kisan Drone Kendra & Inaugurates 10000th Jan Aushadhi Kendra

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with beneficiaries of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra via video conferencing and marked the occasion by launching the Pradhan Mantri Mahila Kisan Drone Kendra on Novemeber 30. The event also witnessed the dedication of the 10,000th Jan Aushadhi Kendra at AIIMS, Deoghar. During the virtual program, Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar extended a warm welcome, with participation from lakhs of individuals representing various segments of society, including youth, women, farmers, and citizens from diverse regions across the country. The event was attended by Governors, Lieutenant Governors, Chief Ministers, Central and State Ministers, MPs-MLAs, and other public representatives.

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