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Centre reiterates commitment to farmers' welfare; next meeting on May 4

Centre reiterates commitment to farmers' welfare; next meeti...

Wed, Mar 19, 2025

The third round of meeting by the Central government with protesting farmers, mainly from Punjab, was held on Wednesday here with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reiterating the government's commitment to the welfare of farmers.

'AI will improve...': Elon Musk reacts to Satya Nadella's video on AI-powered farming in Maharashtra

'AI will improve...': Elon Musk reacts to Satya Nadella...

Wed, Feb 26, 2025

In the video, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella highlighted how AI helped a small farmer in Battis Shirala, Maharashtra, boost crop yields, reduce chemical use, and optimise water consumption.

Budget 2025: What is PM Dhan-Dhaanya Scheme? Aim to benefit 1.7 crore farmers; Know its benefits

Budget 2025: What is PM Dhan-Dhaanya Scheme? Aim to benefit 1.7 c...

Tue, Feb 04, 2025

The government has just announced a new scheme in Union Budget 25-26, called PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana. It will benefit around 1.7 crore farmers. This scheme aims to make farming more sustainable and profitable for farmers. It will boost farm productivity by helping farmers grow more crops and improve their farming techniques. It will also encourage crop diversification, so farmers are not just relying on one crop. In this video, let’s take a closer look at “PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana”.

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Budget 2019 makes potentially game-changing announcements for farmers

Budget 2019 makes potentially game-changing announcements for far...

Sat, Jul 06, 2019

In the Union Budget presented yesterday, Nirmala Sitharaman made some big-bang announcements for rural India, including zero-budget farming. It considered 'zero budget' because the costs of raising the main crop are offset by the income that farmers earn from intercrops. Under this method, chemical fertilizers and pesticides make way for locally available cow dung and cow urine, jaggery, and pulse flour. It's currently in practice in Andhra.

Budget 2019 expectations: Here's what can really help agriculture sector

Budget 2019 expectations: Here's what can really help agricu...

Tue, Jun 25, 2019

Agriculture sector makes up a major part of Indian economy, and hence every development for revival would be keenly watched.

From farmers, government employees to workers, CM Jagan Reddy takes key decisions in first Andhra Cabinet meeting

From farmers, government employees to workers, CM Jagan Reddy tak...

Mon, Jun 10, 2019

Huge hike in the salary of various categories of workers, 27 per cent interim relief to the government employees and implementation of cash assistance scheme for farmers were some of the major decisions taken at the first meeting of the new Andhra Pradesh Cabinet on Monday.

Rythu Bharosa scheme: Farmers in Andhra Pradesh to get Rs 12,500 each from October 15

Rythu Bharosa scheme: Farmers in Andhra Pradesh to get Rs 12,500...

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Farmers in Andhra Pradesh will get annual financial support of Rs 12,500 each as the new YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government in the state has decided to implement the "Rythu Bharosa" scheme from October.

Farmers stage protest against private coconut shell ash making company in Coimbatore

Farmers stage protest against private coconut shell ash making co...

Tue, Jun 04, 2019

Farmers staged silent protest holding coconut shell around their necks. They protested against a private coconut shell ash making company situated at Chettipalayam village outskirts of Coimbatore on Monday. Farmers alleged that it creates air pollution and dust pollution in and around farmlands in that area. They also alleged that this coconut shell ash making company exports shell ash to the United States and other countries. Farmers demanded the district administration’s inspection in this regard and also urged them to close the factory immediately.

Hike farmer income support, raise peak tax threshold: Ficci

Hike farmer income support, raise peak tax threshold: Ficci

Mon, May 27, 2019

This is a matter of serious concern and if not addressed urgently, the repercussions would be long-term." For addressing agrarian distress and reviving the rural economy, the chamber has sought an extension and hike in the Interim Budget 2019-20`s Direct Income Support (DIS) of Rs 6,000 annually to small and marginal farmers.

Farmers set to plant more land with soybean crops as prices rally

Farmers set to plant more land with soybean crops as prices rally

Tue, May 21, 2019

Local soybean prices have risen nearly 14 percent to 3,716 rupees ($53.31) per 100 kg since the start of the 2018 crop year on Oct. 1, boosted after India raised the duty on importing soyoil, palm oil and other cooking oils.

Congress dumps "Proof" of loan waiver outside Shivraj Singh Chouhan's house

Congress dumps "Proof" of loan waiver outside Shivraj S...

Tue, May 07, 2019

Senior Congress leader Suresh Pachouri today dumped bundles of documents at the residence of former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan as "proof" that his party has waived off loans of 21 lakh farmers after coming to power in the state in December last year.

PM Narendra Modi trying to create differences between SP and BSP, says Mayawati

PM Narendra Modi trying to create differences between SP and BSP,...

Sun, May 05, 2019

Mayawati said the Modi government had made every attempt to create differences between SP and BSP. Watch full video to know more.

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav in an Exclusive Conversation With Zee Business

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav in an Exclusive Conversation With Zee Bus...

Sun, May 05, 2019

Akhilesh Yadav In An Exclusive Live Conversation With Zee Media correspondent Vishal Pandey. Watch the full video to know more.

How this Agritech startup is helping farmers in India

How this Agritech startup is helping farmers in India

Tue, Apr 09, 2019

Fasal, an artificial intelligence based internet of things (IoT) startup works towards the betterment of the farmers

Shrimp business to bring revival for these farmers - You should buy this stock to get rich ahead

Shrimp business to bring revival for these farmers - You should b...

Mon, Apr 01, 2019

ICICI Securities believe with improving demand from the US and lower shrimp production in India, shrimp prices stabilised at lower levels in Oct’18-Jan’19.

DeHaat: This startup gives agriculture services, financial aid; caters to 52,000 farmers

DeHaat: This startup gives agriculture services, financial aid; c...

Tue, Mar 19, 2019

DeHaat is a startup that aims to offer end to end agricultural services to Indian farmers.

PM Kisan Scheme: Rs 2000 released to about 5 lakh Telangana farmers, says Minister

PM Kisan Scheme: Rs 2000 released to about 5 lakh Telangana farme...

Sat, Mar 09, 2019

Claiming that the Centre had successfully managed to turnaround the "slowing economy" and put it on the fast track growth, he said the journey of the last 5 years has been exhilarating as well as encouraging for the country.

Karnataka CM meets Modi; seeks early release of Rs 2,064 cr drought relief for rabi season

Karnataka CM meets Modi; seeks early release of Rs 2,064 cr droug...

Sat, Mar 09, 2019

The state government has submitted a memorandum seeking Rs 2,064.30 crore drought relief fund for the ongoing rabi season as crop loss is estimated to be Rs 11,384.7 crore. The state has declared drought in 156 out of 176 talukas.

Modi’s Last Cabinet Meeting to take place tomorrow

Modi’s Last Cabinet Meeting to take place tomorrow

Wed, Mar 06, 2019

The Last Union Cabinet Meeting is scheduled to be held at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg tomorrow. The Modi Government may take a few last minute steps to impress the people ahead of the 2019 general elections. Watch full video to know more.

After PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, Modi government unveils KUSUM masterstroke; check benefits

After PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, Modi government unveils KUSUM master...

Wed, Feb 20, 2019

The KUSUM scheme will not only increase the income of the farmers but also has direct employment potential.

Hema Malini urges farmers to use new agricultural techniques

Hema Malini urges farmers to use new agricultural techniques

Fri, Feb 15, 2019

"Defer traditional agriculture and take advice of scientists for good cropping," the MP from Mathura said after inaugurating a "Kisan Mela" followed by "Kisan Goshthi" (seminar) in remote Pentha village of the district on Wednesday.

Are you a tax payer? A techie or CA? You will not get Rs 6,000 per year cash dole

Are you a tax payer? A techie or CA? You will not get Rs 6,000 pe...

Fri, Feb 08, 2019

In the interim budget, Finance Minister Piyush Goyal announced direct income support of Rs 6,000 per year to 12 crore small and marginal farmers holding cultivable land up to 2 hectare.

Cabinet to takes slew of important decisions for farmers

Cabinet to takes slew of important decisions for farmers

Wed, Feb 06, 2019

to develop the agri market so that their produce can be sold easily.

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