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

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

Drylands Must Be Reimagined Through Resilient Institutions, Digital Public Infrastructure And Community Action: Secretary, Department Of Land Resources (DoLR)

DoLR Secretary urges reimagining drylands with resilient institutions, digital public infrastructure, and community action for climate-resilient agriculture and rural prosperity.

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

12 Sep, 2026

Drylands Must Be Reimagined Through Resilient Institutions, Digital Public Infrastructure And Community Action: Secretary, Department Of Land Resources (DoLR)

DoLR Secretary urges reimagining drylands with resilient institutions, digital public infrastructure, and community action for climate-resilient agriculture and rural prosperity.

12 Sep, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Economics of Animal Rearing

Egg, chicken, milk prices: Why they remain high, Pg16

Soaring maize and soyabean feed costs, coupled with El Niño impacts, drive up egg, chicken, and milk prices, challenging India's growing livestock sector.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Economics of Animal Rearing

10 Sep, 2026

Egg, chicken, milk prices: Why they remain high, Pg16

Soaring maize and soyabean feed costs, coupled with El Niño impacts, drive up egg, chicken, and milk prices, challenging India's growing livestock sector.

10 Sep, 2026

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

The Farmer Who Has Always Fed the Nation is Now also Lighting it up, with the Annadata Becoming an Urjadata: Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi champions agrivoltaics, empowering farmers as 'Urjadata' to boost income and India's renewable energy capacity through PM-KUSUM.

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

10 Sep, 2026

The Farmer Who Has Always Fed the Nation is Now also Lighting it up, with the Annadata Becoming an Urjadata: Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi champions agrivoltaics, empowering farmers as 'Urjadata' to boost income and India's renewable energy capacity through PM-KUSUM.

10 Sep, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Government could have foreseen the spike in sugar prices, Pg9

Retail sugar prices surged 41% to record highs, prompting government's duty-free import decision amidst criticism over missed foresight on production shortfalls.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Buffer Stocks and Food Security

9 Sep, 2026

Government could have foreseen the spike in sugar prices, Pg9

Retail sugar prices surged 41% to record highs, prompting government's duty-free import decision amidst criticism over missed foresight on production shortfalls.

9 Sep, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers

Jute: India’s Golden Fibre

India's jute industry, a global leader, boosts rural livelihoods and sustainable growth through government schemes, digital interventions, and diversified products like Jute Geotextile.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers

8 Sep, 2026

Jute: India’s Golden Fibre

India's jute industry, a global leader, boosts rural livelihoods and sustainable growth through government schemes, digital interventions, and diversified products like Jute Geotextile.

8 Sep, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Inside Jharkhand & Bihar's 25-Year Sone River Dispute, Pg17

Bihar and Jharkhand resolve 25-year Sone river water dispute, signing MoU for 5.75 MAF and 2 MAF allocation respectively, enabling crucial irrigation projects.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

4 Sep, 2026

Inside Jharkhand & Bihar's 25-Year Sone River Dispute, Pg17

Bihar and Jharkhand resolve 25-year Sone river water dispute, signing MoU for 5.75 MAF and 2 MAF allocation respectively, enabling crucial irrigation projects.

4 Sep, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Cauvery Needs a Distress-Sharing Pact, Pg12

Tamil Nadu opens Mettur Dam amidst Cauvery water dispute, highlighting urgent need for inter-state distress-sharing pact.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

3 Sep, 2026

Cauvery Needs a Distress-Sharing Pact, Pg12

Tamil Nadu opens Mettur Dam amidst Cauvery water dispute, highlighting urgent need for inter-state distress-sharing pact.

3 Sep, 2026

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Solution for stubble burning lies close to the farm, Pg12

Article proposes decentralized, village-scale biochar production from paddy straw to combat stubble burning, improve soil health, and boost farmer income.

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Sep, 2026

Solution for stubble burning lies close to the farm, Pg12

Article proposes decentralized, village-scale biochar production from paddy straw to combat stubble burning, improve soil health, and boost farmer income.

2 Sep, 2026

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

Jharkhand, Bihar sign pact on Sone water sharing, Pg12

Bihar and Jharkhand resolve decades-old Sone river water dispute, signing MoU for 5.75 MAF and 2 MAF allocation respectively, boosting irrigation and drinking water.

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

1 Sep, 2026

Jharkhand, Bihar sign pact on Sone water sharing, Pg12

Bihar and Jharkhand resolve decades-old Sone river water dispute, signing MoU for 5.75 MAF and 2 MAF allocation respectively, boosting irrigation and drinking water.

1 Sep, 2026

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

Water-Smart Farming With Per Drop More Crop

Per Drop More Crop scheme covers 115 lakh hectares under micro-irrigation, boosting farmer income and water efficiency through financial aid and technology.

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

30 Aug, 2026

Water-Smart Farming With Per Drop More Crop

Per Drop More Crop scheme covers 115 lakh hectares under micro-irrigation, boosting farmer income and water efficiency through financial aid and technology.

30 Aug, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

THE SYL CANAL SAGA: Why Punjab won't yield, and Haryana cannot let go, Pg8

Supreme Court urges resolution in the 30-year-old Satluj-Yamuna Link canal dispute, highlighting Punjab's water scarcity and Haryana's entitlement claims.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

29 Aug, 2026

THE SYL CANAL SAGA: Why Punjab won't yield, and Haryana cannot let go, Pg8

Supreme Court urges resolution in the 30-year-old Satluj-Yamuna Link canal dispute, highlighting Punjab's water scarcity and Haryana's entitlement claims.

29 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security Technology Missions in Agriculture

Problem with ethanol blending isn't sugar — it's reliance on grains; the way forward, Pg11

India's ethanol blending program faces sustainability challenges due to increasing reliance on grain feedstock, raising concerns over food security and water usage.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security Technology Missions in Agriculture

29 Aug, 2026

Problem with ethanol blending isn't sugar — it's reliance on grains; the way forward, Pg11

India's ethanol blending program faces sustainability challenges due to increasing reliance on grain feedstock, raising concerns over food security and water usage.

29 Aug, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Economy is resilient, but risks remain, Pg10

India's economy shows resilient growth momentum driven by consumption and manufacturing, yet faces significant geopolitical, supply-chain, and El Niño risks.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

28 Aug, 2026

Economy is resilient, but risks remain, Pg10

India's economy shows resilient growth momentum driven by consumption and manufacturing, yet faces significant geopolitical, supply-chain, and El Niño risks.

28 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Public Distribution System Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Making India’s food system climate-proof cannot wait, Pg6

India's food security faces climate threats; urgent need to diversify crops, strengthen PDS, and build resilient infrastructure for sustainable food systems.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Public Distribution System Buffer Stocks and Food Security

27 Aug, 2026

Making India’s food system climate-proof cannot wait, Pg6

India's food security faces climate threats; urgent need to diversify crops, strengthen PDS, and build resilient infrastructure for sustainable food systems.

27 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Food Processing and Related Industries

India’s Sugar Industry

Government tackles sugar price surge with stock limits, duty-free imports, and early crushing amidst lower production and global supply tightening.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Food Processing and Related Industries

27 Aug, 2026

India’s Sugar Industry

Government tackles sugar price surge with stock limits, duty-free imports, and early crushing amidst lower production and global supply tightening.

27 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Rebuilding Farming Systems: Regenerative Agriculture for a Resilient India

Government boosts regenerative agriculture across India with schemes like NMNF and PKVY, aiming for healthier soils, climate resilience, and improved farmer prosperity.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

24 Aug, 2026

Rebuilding Farming Systems: Regenerative Agriculture for a Resilient India

Government boosts regenerative agriculture across India with schemes like NMNF and PKVY, aiming for healthier soils, climate resilience, and improved farmer prosperity.

24 Aug, 2026

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

Dip in production, stocks at 9-year low: Soaring sugar prices leave bitter taste, Pg3

Soaring sugar prices hit consumers as production dips to a 9-year low, prompting government to ban exports and allow duty-free imports.

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

22 Aug, 2026

Dip in production, stocks at 9-year low: Soaring sugar prices leave bitter taste, Pg3

Soaring sugar prices hit consumers as production dips to a 9-year low, prompting government to ban exports and allow duty-free imports.

22 Aug, 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 Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Sugar price hike: Odisha, M.P., Punjab hit hardest; keeping close watch, taking measures to stabilise rates, says Centre, Pg1

Sugar prices surge across 18 states, hitting Odisha hardest; Centre monitors situation, implements stock limits and duty-free imports amidst ethanol blending debate.

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 Buffer Stocks and Food Security

22 Aug, 2026

Sugar price hike: Odisha, M.P., Punjab hit hardest; keeping close watch, taking measures to stabilise rates, says Centre, Pg1

Sugar prices surge across 18 states, hitting Odisha hardest; Centre monitors situation, implements stock limits and duty-free imports amidst ethanol blending debate.

22 Aug, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

A dry spell along the Cauvery river, Pg9

Deficient monsoon and inter-state Cauvery water dispute severely impact farmers in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, threatening livelihoods and agricultural output.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

22 Aug, 2026

A dry spell along the Cauvery river, Pg9

Deficient monsoon and inter-state Cauvery water dispute severely impact farmers in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, threatening livelihoods and agricultural output.

22 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

Ken-Betwa Link Project

India's first river interlinking project, Ken-Betwa Link, addresses Bundelkhand's water scarcity, providing irrigation, drinking water, and power, while managing environmental and social impacts.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

22 Aug, 2026

Ken-Betwa Link Project

India's first river interlinking project, Ken-Betwa Link, addresses Bundelkhand's water scarcity, providing irrigation, drinking water, and power, while managing environmental and social impacts.

22 Aug, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Drylands Must Be Reimagined Through Resilient Institutions, Digital Public Infrastructure And Community Action: Secretary, Department Of Land Resources (DoLR)

Drylands Must Be Reimagined Through Resilient Institutions, Digital Public Infrastructure And Community Action: Secretary, Department Of Land Resources (DoLR)

Egg, chicken, milk prices: Why they remain high, Pg16

Egg, chicken, milk prices: Why they remain high, Pg16

The Farmer Who Has Always Fed the Nation is Now also Lighting it up, with the Annadata Becoming an Urjadata: Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi

The Farmer Who Has Always Fed the Nation is Now also Lighting it up, with the Annadata Becoming an Urjadata: Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi

Government could have foreseen the spike in sugar prices, Pg9

Government could have foreseen the spike in sugar prices, Pg9

Jute: India’s Golden Fibre

Jute: India’s Golden Fibre

Inside Jharkhand & Bihar's 25-Year Sone River Dispute, Pg17

Inside Jharkhand & Bihar's 25-Year Sone River Dispute, Pg17

Cauvery Needs a Distress-Sharing Pact, Pg12

Cauvery Needs a Distress-Sharing Pact, Pg12

Solution for stubble burning lies close to the farm, Pg12

Solution for stubble burning lies close to the farm, Pg12

Jharkhand, Bihar sign pact on Sone water sharing, Pg12

Jharkhand, Bihar sign pact on Sone water sharing, Pg12

Water-Smart Farming With Per Drop More Crop

Water-Smart Farming With Per Drop More Crop

THE SYL CANAL SAGA: Why Punjab won't yield, and Haryana cannot let go, Pg8

THE SYL CANAL SAGA: Why Punjab won't yield, and Haryana cannot let go, Pg8

Problem with ethanol blending isn't sugar — it's reliance on grains; the way forward, Pg11

Problem with ethanol blending isn't sugar — it's reliance on grains; the way forward, Pg11

Economy is resilient, but risks remain, Pg10

Economy is resilient, but risks remain, Pg10

Making India’s food system climate-proof cannot wait, Pg6

Making India’s food system climate-proof cannot wait, Pg6

India’s Sugar Industry

India’s Sugar Industry

Rebuilding Farming Systems: Regenerative Agriculture for a Resilient India

Rebuilding Farming Systems: Regenerative Agriculture for a Resilient India

Dip in production, stocks at 9-year low: Soaring sugar prices leave bitter taste, Pg3

Dip in production, stocks at 9-year low: Soaring sugar prices leave bitter taste, Pg3

Sugar price hike: Odisha, M.P., Punjab hit hardest; keeping close watch, taking measures to stabilise rates, says Centre, Pg1

Sugar price hike: Odisha, M.P., Punjab hit hardest; keeping close watch, taking measures to stabilise rates, says Centre, Pg1

A dry spell along the Cauvery river, Pg9

A dry spell along the Cauvery river, Pg9

Ken-Betwa Link Project

Ken-Betwa Link Project

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