Big June-July rain deficit in 9 states, excess in 6 others
Jul 21, 2024Recent monsoon rainfall distribution in India has shown significant variations, with some states facing deficits and others experiencing surpluses. The delay in La Nina formation could impact crop sowing. Despite government efforts to promote millet cultivation, acreage has declined while overall kharif crop acreage has increased compared to last year.
Jul 16, 2024
BJP’s Rajya Sabha tally dips to 86, NDA 101; can still get bills passed with others’ help
Jul 15, 2024Rakesh Sinha, Ram Shakal, Sonal Mansingh, and Mahesh Jethmalani's retirement drops BJP's Rajya Sabha strength to 86, NDA to 101. NDA relies on non-aligned support. Gulam Ali retires 2028. 12 President's nominations pending. Current vacancies: 4 J&K, 11 states (due to Lok Sabha elections). K Keshava Rao joined Congress.
Government to devise policy framework for carbon capture, utilisation and storage
Jul 12, 2024India's new CCUS policy, steered by the power ministry, emphasizes capturing CO2 for fertilisers and synthetic fuels. Ajay Kumar Sood, principal scientific adviser at PM-STIAC, called for CCUS adoption in key industries. The initiative includes a national portal, emission goals, a net-zero target by 2070, life-cycle assessments, standards, carbon market, and credits, all discussed by various ministries.
A new fund, AgriSURE, with corpus of Rs 750 crore to be launched in August to support agri start-ups
Jul 12, 2024The Rs 750 crore 'AgriSURE' fund by Agriculture Ministry and NABARD, launched on NABARD's 43rd foundation day, supports agri start-ups with investments up to Rs 25 crore. Managed by NABVENTURES, it offers various investment options and focuses on farm value chain, rural ecosystem, employment, FPOs, entrepreneurship, IT solutions, machinery rental, and sustainable growth.
Government to devise policy framework for carbon capture, utilisation and storage
Jul 12, 2024The government will implement a CCUS policy, designating the power ministry as the nodal agency. CCUS captures CO2 from sources like power plants for industries, aiding India's 2070 net-zero goal. The PM-STIAC meeting, chaired by Ajay Kumar Sood, discussed the carbon market. Sood emphasized nationwide adoption through a mission-mode approach; participants discussed life-cycle assessment and standards for decarbonisation.
Monsoon ends its deficit, sowing operation picks up with focus on pulses and oilseeds
Jul 9, 2024Recent data shows a significant increase in Kharif crop sowing compared to last year, with a 14% higher overall acreage. The rise is mainly driven by a 50% increase in pulses and oilseeds acreage. Paddy acreage, however, has seen a more modest increase. Forecasts suggest further growth in sowing area with expected above-normal rainfall.
Beyond Borders: India to sign UN high seas treaty on protection of marine biodiversity
Jul 8, 2024
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