Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Current Affairs for UPSC

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

RBI may hike rates: Why inflation, crude & global rates are forcing its hand, Pg15

RBI poised to hike repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50% amid surging domestic inflation, global crude prices, and US Fed tightening, impacting borrowing costs.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

5 Oct, 2026

RBI may hike rates: Why inflation, crude & global rates are forcing its hand, Pg15

RBI poised to hike repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50% amid surging domestic inflation, global crude prices, and US Fed tightening, impacting borrowing costs.

5 Oct, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Season’s End, Pg10

IMD's 'below normal' monsoon forecast proves conservative, with El Niño impacting rainfall distribution and threatening agricultural output, raising drought concerns.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

2 Oct, 2026

Season’s End, Pg10

IMD's 'below normal' monsoon forecast proves conservative, with El Niño impacting rainfall distribution and threatening agricultural output, raising drought concerns.

2 Oct, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Govt approves MSPs for rabi crops, wheat hike at 17-year-low, Pg5

Cabinet approves MSPs for six rabi crops, with wheat's Rs 25 hike marking a 17-year low, impacting farmer income.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Buffer Stocks and Food Security

1 Oct, 2026

Govt approves MSPs for rabi crops, wheat hike at 17-year-low, Pg5

Cabinet approves MSPs for six rabi crops, with wheat's Rs 25 hike marking a 17-year low, impacting farmer income.

1 Oct, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Why did the Centre reduce import duty on edible oils?, Pg10

Centre slashes import duty on crude edible oils to curb rising prices ahead of festive season, balancing consumer relief with farmer concerns.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

30 Sep, 2026

Why did the Centre reduce import duty on edible oils?, Pg10

Centre slashes import duty on crude edible oils to curb rising prices ahead of festive season, balancing consumer relief with farmer concerns.

30 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Union Environment Minister Hands Over India’s First PRAMAAN Certificates Under the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme to Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation and a Bamboo Farmer From Odisha

Union Minister hands over first PRAMAAN certificates under IFWCS, boosting sustainable forest management, global trade compliance, and livelihoods for forest-dependent communities.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

30 Sep, 2026

Union Environment Minister Hands Over India’s First PRAMAAN Certificates Under the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme to Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation and a Bamboo Farmer From Odisha

Union Minister hands over first PRAMAAN certificates under IFWCS, boosting sustainable forest management, global trade compliance, and livelihoods for forest-dependent communities.

30 Sep, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Calls for ‘Team Agriculture’ to Make India a Global Food Basket

Union Agriculture Minister calls for 'Team Agriculture' to make India a global food basket, sanctioning ₹1200 crore under PM-RKVY and boosting farmer welfare.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

30 Sep, 2026

Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Calls for ‘Team Agriculture’ to Make India a Global Food Basket

Union Agriculture Minister calls for 'Team Agriculture' to make India a global food basket, sanctioning ₹1200 crore under PM-RKVY and boosting farmer welfare.

30 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce

Revisiting The Farmer Question, Pg7

Article revisits M.S. Swaminathan's NCF recommendations to address India's persistent farmer distress, advocating for economic viability and integrated policy framework.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce

29 Sep, 2026

Revisiting The Farmer Question, Pg7

Article revisits M.S. Swaminathan's NCF recommendations to address India's persistent farmer distress, advocating for economic viability and integrated policy framework.

29 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

As Fungal Disease Hits Sugar Output In UP, New Cane Variety Holds Hope, Pg1

India's solar capacity surges, with PM-KUSUM and agri-PV offering transformative potential for farmers' income and rural industrialization, despite sugarcane output challenges.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

28 Sep, 2026

As Fungal Disease Hits Sugar Output In UP, New Cane Variety Holds Hope, Pg1

India's solar capacity surges, with PM-KUSUM and agri-PV offering transformative potential for farmers' income and rural industrialization, despite sugarcane output challenges.

28 Sep, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security Disaster and Disaster Management

As Monsoon Falters, Keep Food Imports Open, Pg10

Maharashtra declares drought as monsoon falters, El Niño threatens rabi crops; government urged to open food imports and activate relief schemes.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security Disaster and Disaster Management

28 Sep, 2026

As Monsoon Falters, Keep Food Imports Open, Pg10

Maharashtra declares drought as monsoon falters, El Niño threatens rabi crops; government urged to open food imports and activate relief schemes.

28 Sep, 2026

Indian Society and Diversity of India Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Food Processing and Related Industries

Assam-Made Tea Cakes Sold At ₹12,000/Kg, Pg9

Assam-made pu'er tea cakes fetch record ₹12,000/kg at Guwahati auction, opening doors for traditional Singpho 'phalap' tea and boosting specialty tea market.

Indian Society and Diversity of India Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Food Processing and Related Industries

27 Sep, 2026

Assam-Made Tea Cakes Sold At ₹12,000/Kg, Pg9

Assam-made pu'er tea cakes fetch record ₹12,000/kg at Guwahati auction, opening doors for traditional Singpho 'phalap' tea and boosting specialty tea market.

27 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Disaster and Disaster Management

Maharashtra Govt. Declares Drought In 265 Of 358 Taluks, Pg9

Maharashtra government declares drought in 265 taluks due to rainfall deficit, activating 12 immediate relief measures for affected farmers.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Sep, 2026

Maharashtra Govt. Declares Drought In 265 Of 358 Taluks, Pg9

Maharashtra government declares drought in 265 taluks due to rainfall deficit, activating 12 immediate relief measures for affected farmers.

27 Sep, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

Marathwada worst-hit, cloud over Rabi season, Pg1

Maharashtra braces for severe drought, potentially surpassing 1972's famine, impacting Marathwada and Rabi crops, highlighting past relief efforts.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Sep, 2026

Marathwada worst-hit, cloud over Rabi season, Pg1

Maharashtra braces for severe drought, potentially surpassing 1972's famine, impacting Marathwada and Rabi crops, highlighting past relief efforts.

27 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

9th India International Water Week 2026 Concludes with Focus on Climate-Resilient Water Management and Sustainable Water Services

9th India International Water Week concludes, emphasizing climate-resilient water management, digital public infrastructure, and community-led sustainable water services for Viksit Bharat.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

26 Sep, 2026

9th India International Water Week 2026 Concludes with Focus on Climate-Resilient Water Management and Sustainable Water Services

9th India International Water Week concludes, emphasizing climate-resilient water management, digital public infrastructure, and community-led sustainable water services for Viksit Bharat.

26 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

In Parched Maharashtra, Pg4

Maharashtra faces severe El Niño-driven drought, impacting agriculture; official declaration delayed by NDRF assessment rules, sparking political debate.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

24 Sep, 2026

In Parched Maharashtra, Pg4

Maharashtra faces severe El Niño-driven drought, impacting agriculture; official declaration delayed by NDRF assessment rules, sparking political debate.

24 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Water wealth, Pg6

Punjab's severe groundwater over-extraction, driven by rice-wheat cultivation, exacerbates wealth disparity among farmers, demanding urgent policy interventions and crop diversification.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

23 Sep, 2026

Water wealth, Pg6

Punjab's severe groundwater over-extraction, driven by rice-wheat cultivation, exacerbates wealth disparity among farmers, demanding urgent policy interventions and crop diversification.

23 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Ethanol vision needs a feedstock reality check, Pg11

India's ethanol blending vision faces feedstock challenges, raising concerns over water consumption, crop prices, and food security amidst rising sugar costs.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

21 Sep, 2026

Ethanol vision needs a feedstock reality check, Pg11

India's ethanol blending vision faces feedstock challenges, raising concerns over water consumption, crop prices, and food security amidst rising sugar costs.

21 Sep, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

To Curb Farm Fires, Govt Readies Stiff 'Red Entry' Rules In Revenue Records, Pg5

Government introduces stringent 'red entry' rules for 15 months in revenue records to penalize farmers burning stubble, tackling Delhi-NCR's severe air pollution.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

19 Sep, 2026

To Curb Farm Fires, Govt Readies Stiff 'Red Entry' Rules In Revenue Records, Pg5

Government introduces stringent 'red entry' rules for 15 months in revenue records to penalize farmers burning stubble, tackling Delhi-NCR's severe air pollution.

19 Sep, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India’s First Soil Carbon Payments Put Farmers at the Centre of Regenerative Agriculture

India initiates first soil carbon payments for 2,500+ farmers in Punjab, Haryana, linking regenerative agriculture to direct income and significant environmental benefits.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

18 Sep, 2026

India’s First Soil Carbon Payments Put Farmers at the Centre of Regenerative Agriculture

India initiates first soil carbon payments for 2,500+ farmers in Punjab, Haryana, linking regenerative agriculture to direct income and significant environmental benefits.

18 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Rs 2.5 cr as carbon credits: In a first, farmers reap harvest of good practices, Pg22

Over 2,500 farmers in Punjab and Haryana earn Rs 2.5 crore in India's first carbon credit payments for adopting sustainable agricultural practices.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

17 Sep, 2026

Rs 2.5 cr as carbon credits: In a first, farmers reap harvest of good practices, Pg22

Over 2,500 farmers in Punjab and Haryana earn Rs 2.5 crore in India's first carbon credit payments for adopting sustainable agricultural practices.

17 Sep, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Kishau dam pact inked: The long delay in project, stakes for 6 states, Pg16

Six states signed MoU for the long-pending Rs 15,000 crore Kishau Multipurpose Project on Tons River, with Centre bearing 90% cost.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

16 Sep, 2026

Kishau dam pact inked: The long delay in project, stakes for 6 states, Pg16

Six states signed MoU for the long-pending Rs 15,000 crore Kishau Multipurpose Project on Tons River, with Centre bearing 90% cost.

16 Sep, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

RBI may hike rates: Why inflation, crude & global rates are forcing its hand, Pg15

RBI may hike rates: Why inflation, crude & global rates are forcing its hand, Pg15

Season’s End, Pg10

Season’s End, Pg10

Govt approves MSPs for rabi crops, wheat hike at 17-year-low, Pg5

Govt approves MSPs for rabi crops, wheat hike at 17-year-low, Pg5

Why did the Centre reduce import duty on edible oils?, Pg10

Why did the Centre reduce import duty on edible oils?, Pg10

Union Environment Minister Hands Over India’s First PRAMAAN Certificates Under the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme to Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation and a Bamboo Farmer From Odisha

Union Environment Minister Hands Over India’s First PRAMAAN Certificates Under the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme to Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation and a Bamboo Farmer From Odisha

Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Calls for ‘Team Agriculture’ to Make India a Global Food Basket

Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Calls for ‘Team Agriculture’ to Make India a Global Food Basket

Revisiting The Farmer Question, Pg7

Revisiting The Farmer Question, Pg7

As Fungal Disease Hits Sugar Output In UP, New Cane Variety Holds Hope, Pg1

As Fungal Disease Hits Sugar Output In UP, New Cane Variety Holds Hope, Pg1

As Monsoon Falters, Keep Food Imports Open, Pg10

As Monsoon Falters, Keep Food Imports Open, Pg10

Assam-Made Tea Cakes Sold At ₹12,000/Kg, Pg9

Assam-Made Tea Cakes Sold At ₹12,000/Kg, Pg9

Maharashtra Govt. Declares Drought In 265 Of 358 Taluks, Pg9

Maharashtra Govt. Declares Drought In 265 Of 358 Taluks, Pg9

Marathwada worst-hit, cloud over Rabi season, Pg1

Marathwada worst-hit, cloud over Rabi season, Pg1

9th India International Water Week 2026 Concludes with Focus on Climate-Resilient Water Management and Sustainable Water Services

9th India International Water Week 2026 Concludes with Focus on Climate-Resilient Water Management and Sustainable Water Services

In Parched Maharashtra, Pg4

In Parched Maharashtra, Pg4

Water wealth, Pg6

Water wealth, Pg6

Ethanol vision needs a feedstock reality check, Pg11

Ethanol vision needs a feedstock reality check, Pg11

To Curb Farm Fires, Govt Readies Stiff 'Red Entry' Rules In Revenue Records, Pg5

To Curb Farm Fires, Govt Readies Stiff 'Red Entry' Rules In Revenue Records, Pg5

India’s First Soil Carbon Payments Put Farmers at the Centre of Regenerative Agriculture

India’s First Soil Carbon Payments Put Farmers at the Centre of Regenerative Agriculture

Rs 2.5 cr as carbon credits: In a first, farmers reap harvest of good practices, Pg22

Rs 2.5 cr as carbon credits: In a first, farmers reap harvest of good practices, Pg22

Kishau dam pact inked: The long delay in project, stakes for 6 states, Pg16

Kishau dam pact inked: The long delay in project, stakes for 6 states, Pg16

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