Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
25 Apr, 2026

Industry body flags concern over proposed pesticides Bill, Pg12

Pesticide industry urges revisions to draft Pesticides Management Bill for faster access to crop protection technologies and innovation.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityBiotechnology
23 Apr, 2026

Iran war: The fertiliser challenge India faces, and the possible way out, Pg15

Iran conflict disrupts fertilizer supply, doubling prices and threatening India's Kharif season; biostimulants offer a solution for enhanced nutrient efficiency.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEconomics of Animal Rearing
23 Apr, 2026

Extreme heat threatens food systems, warn UN agencies, PgII

UN warns extreme heat threatens global food systems, impacting crop yields, livestock, and fisheries, endangering over a billion livelihoods.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsBuffer Stocks and Food Security
17 Apr, 2026

After Iran war, what below-average rains could mean for inflation, Pg18

Below-average monsoon forecast raises inflation concerns amid West Asia war, potentially impacting food prices and farm incomes significantly.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems
16 Apr, 2026

Dry days, Pg8

IMD forecasts deficient monsoon with 8% deficit, raising concerns over El Nino impact and potential drought-like conditions across India.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems
14 Apr, 2026

IMD’s April forecast projects monsoon to be ‘below normal’ for first time in 11 years, Pg1

IMD forecasts 'below-normal' monsoon for India after 11 years, with 92% LPA rainfall expected, raising concerns for agriculture.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
13 Apr, 2026

Amid war's lengthening shadows, the need to reform fertiliser policy, Pg11

Fertilizer policy overhaul urged amid import dependence and rising global prices due to geopolitical instability, impacting India's food security.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
1 Apr, 2026

Iran war: Agrochemicals stress and inflation worry, Pg19

Iran war threatens India's agrochemical supply, potentially raising fertilizer and pesticide costs, impacting crop yields and food prices.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
1 Apr, 2026

Behind PM’s ethanol pitch at Jewar: UP’s cane belt, 50 lakh farmers & 2027 polls, Pg16

UP's ethanol production surges, fueled by sugarcane farmers, ahead of 2027 elections, promising economic and political gains.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
30 Mar, 2026

We need a green exit from the urea trap, Pg8

India eyes green urea production by 2028, aiming for self-reliance and reduced import dependency amid geopolitical uncertainties.

Parliament and State LegislaturesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
28 Mar, 2026

Panel: Take steps to protect farmers against cheap edible oil imports, Pg10

Parliamentary panel recommends dynamic import duties on edible oils and 20% safeguard duty on palm oil to protect Indian farmers.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEconomics of Animal RearingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
24 Mar, 2026

Why India must step on the gas with ethanol, Pg14

India considers aggressive ethanol blending strategy amid oil shocks, aiming for E30/E100 fuels and flex-fuel vehicles.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsBuffer Stocks and Food Security
20 Mar, 2026

India to extend Myanmar pulse deal for 5 yrs to secure supplies amid global supply chain shocks, Pg6

India extends Myanmar pulse import deal for 5 years, securing vital supplies amidst global disruptions and domestic production concerns.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
16 Mar, 2026

Diversify agriculture, encourage farmers to grow pulses: SC to govt., Pg12

Supreme Court directs Centre to incentivize pulse cultivation through MSP and diversification, addressing import impacts and farmer challenges.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesConservation, Pollution and Degradation
6 Mar, 2026

Why India's rice production and export strategy requires a rethink, Pg9

India's rice export strategy needs a shift towards high-value basmati and GI-protected varieties for environmental and financial sustainability.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems
2 Mar, 2026

Why key to coconut cultivation today is sustainability, not productivity, PgII

Coconut Promotion Scheme: Prioritizing climate resilience and disease resistance over mere productivity for sustainable coconut cultivation amidst climate change challenges.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Feb, 2026

India a big contributor to global toxicity by pesticides, PgII

India among top contributors to global pesticide toxicity, risking biodiversity; new bill aims for safer alternatives, faces scrutiny.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
23 Feb, 2026

Why are apple traders in J&K worried?, Pg8

India-U.S. trade deal threatens J&K's apple industry with reduced import duties, sparking concerns over competitiveness and economic viability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
17 Feb, 2026

The cost of controls on the fertiliser industry, Pg16

Uttar Pradesh bans non-subsidized fertilizer sales, raising concerns about farmer choice, input costs, and fertilizer industry innovation.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems
15 Feb, 2026

Indus basin water flows rose while Ganga declined: study, Pg10

Study reveals contrasting trends: Indus basin water flow rises 8%, while Ganga declines 17% due to groundwater pumping.

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