weather update, Covid-19, Agriculture, farmers news,
26 September 2020
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Centre orders ‘immediate’ procurement of paddy/rice in Haryana, Punjab amid Protests
In the wake of farmers’ protest against three contentious farm bills, the Centre on Saturday ordered commencement of procurement operations for kharif paddy/rice “immediately” in Punjab and Haryana.
The Kharif Marketing Season (KMS) 2020-21 for paddy/rice was scheduled to commence from the next week in all procuring states, but the Centre has allowed procurement operations to begin from Saturday in both these states. -
Heavy rainfall likely over these parts of India during next 24 hours: IMD
According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), there is likely to be heavy rainfall over eastern part of Bihar, sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura and Mizoram during the next 24 hours.
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Coronavirus live updates: India's Covid-19 recovery rate at 82%
India's Covid-19 tally sprinted past 59 lakh with 85,362 fresh cases in a span of 24 hours, while over 48 lakh people have recovered from the disease so far, according to the Union health ministry's data.
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PM Modi Holds Bilateral Talks With Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today held wide-ranging talks with his Sri Lankan counterpart Mahinda Rajapaksa, covering the entire spectrum of bilateral ties and with a focus on further expanding cooperation in key areas. Moreover, PM Modi said he was confident that the massive electoral victory of the ruling party in Sri Lanka backed by the Rajapaksa government's policies will facilitate deeper cooperation between the two countries.
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S P Balasubrahmanyam's Funeral Held With A 72-Gun Salute
Legendary playback singer SP Balasubrahmanyam passed away on September 25 at the age of 74. His mortal remains will be taken to his farmhouse on the outskirts of Chennai tonight, and he will be laid to rest there post 10:30am tomorrow. The official statement from MGM Healthcare in Chennai said that despite maximal life support measures, the singer died of a cardio-respiratory arrest.
On the news
26 September 2020
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Online Pig Farming Training Starts at GADVASU, Ludhiana
Keeping in mind the increasing demand of Pig farming training, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary &…
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Vegetable Exports bounce 20 percent on Strong Demand, Lower Air freight & Goodwill
Export of vegetables has risen to about 20% quite the pre-Covid levels, helped by demand…
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Best Post Office Scheme: Invest Rs 100 Every Month & Get 21 Lakh after Five Years; Details Inside
Have you ever thought of saving and investing in Post Office? If not then do…
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Good News: Farmers May Soon Get Cash Fertiliser Subsidy of Rs 5,000 annually; Read Details
Modi government is planning to provide cash Fertilizer Subsidy of Rs 5000 per year per…
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Higher Soybean Prices in Brazil likely to Encourage Farmers to Plant more as Compared to Last Year
Prices this year have been quite firm in Brazil this year and compared with a…
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Kubota Tractor Begins Manufacturing in India with ‘MU4501 45 HP’
Kubota Corporation has announced to invest in Indian Tractor Manufacturer, Escorts Limited in march 2020.…
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Kisan Credit Card: How to Apply for New KCC Online Sitting at home? Check Documents Required & Other Details
Now farmers can get their Kisan Credit Card made from their mobiles. Kisan Credit Card…
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From 1 October, Sweet Shops will have to Display Best Before Date; Check FSSAI Guidelines
FSSAI releases orders stating that all the sweet business companies and sellers have to mention…
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Net Cropped Area for Kharif Season Crops reaches 1116.88 Lakh Hectares
India’s net cropped area has so far reached 1116.88 Lakh ha, roughly 4.8% above last…
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Axis Bank Partners with Bayer’s Better Life Farming Initiative in India to Provide Better & Holistic Financial Solutions to Farmers
Axis Bank has recently collaborated with Bayer’s Better Life Farming Initiative in India to with…
