17-December-2023: Krushi Mahostav and Farm Mechanisation Mela, Dhanuka Group, ISRO Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, Food Corporation of India

17 December 2023

• Rayagada District in Odisha Witnesses the Grand Commencement of District Level Krushi Mahostav and Farm Mechanisation Mela

  The District Level Krushi Mahostav and Farm Mechanisation Mela, organized by the Department of Agriculture and Empowerment, Government of Odisha, in collaboration with G.C.D. College, Rayagada, has drawn the attention of farmers, agricultural experts, and industry professionals alike. The festival serves as a unique platform where the farming community and agribusinesses converge to celebrate the confluence of agriculture and machinery.

• Dhanuka Group Chairman Ram Gopal Agarwal Conferred ‘Honorary Doctorate’ by Amity University for Revolutionizing Indian Agriculture

  In recognition of his exceptional service to the Indian farming community, Mr. Ram Gopal Agarwal, Chairman of Dhanuka Group, has been bestowed upon the prestigious Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) by Amity University, NOIDA. This accolade underscores Mr. Agarwal's pivotal role in shaping a brighter future for Indian agriculture, characterized by increased productivity, profitability, and social standing for farmers.

• ISRO Leveraging Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning in Space and Agriculture Sector

  In a significant stride towards technological innovation, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has embraced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) over the last three years. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh highlighted the organization's commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the space domain. This move encompasses the development of AI and ML solutions across various facets of space operations, including Launch Vehicles, Spacecraft Operations, Big Data Analytics, Space Robotics, and Space Traffic Management.

• Food Corporation of India Ensures Stable Food Grain Supply to Tackle Inflation

  The Food Corporation of India (FCI) is successfully managing the demand for food grains in both the Public Distribution System (PDS) and the open market. As of December 14, 2023, the central pool boasts ample reserves of wheat and rice, affirming the FCI's commitment to addressing market needs. To counteract inflationary pressures on wheat and rice prices, the FCI, under the guidance of the Government of India, is actively conducting weekly e-auctions for offloading these essential commodities into the market. This initiative, which began on June 28, 2023, aims to increase the availability of wheat and rice in the open market.