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How Floundering India-US Talks Led To 50% Trump Tariffs
US President Donald Trump's doubling of tariffs on goods from India to as much as 50% took effect as scheduled on Wednesday, escalating tensions between the world's two largest democracies and strategic partners.
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Government Cuts Funding To AICTE By 61% In Two Years, Student Scholarships Also Hit: Education Minister In Rajya Sabha
The government has also approved Centres of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence in health, sustainable cities, and agriculture with an allocation of Rs 990 crore till 2027-28. Budget 2025-26 further announced a Rs 500 crore AI centre for education.
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Centre Makes Raw Cotton Import Duty-Free Till September 30 To Support Textile Sector
The Centre has temporarily scrapped the 11% duty on raw cotton imports until September 30, seeking to cool prices and ease cost pressures on the textile industry at a time when exporters face mounting tariff barriers abroad.
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Flying To The US? These Everyday Indian Items Could Get You In Trouble
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces these laws from various federal agencies, including the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aiming to protect public health, safety, and national interests.
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A Central Scheme Changes. Experience With Jagan Reddy's Government Cited
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced crucial modifications to the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), citing an experience of the Centre with the previous Jagan Reddy government in Andhra Pradesh.
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"Some States Failed...": Minister Announces Changes To Crop Insurance Scheme
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced crucial modifications to the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), citing the Centre's experience with the previous Jagan Reddy government in Andhra Pradesh.
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Spotlight On Manikrao Kokate: Crop Insurance Chaos To Rummy Video
Maharashtra's Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate finds himself at the centre of a controversy as a video surfaced that shows him apparently playing rummy on his phone while seated in the state assembly.
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Centre To Compensate Mango Farmers In Karnataka, Minister Pralhad Joshi Praises Move
The Central government has announced the compensation under the 'Price Deficiency Payment Scheme' (PDPS) for mango farmers from Karnataka, days after Union Minister Pralhad Joshi raised the issue with Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan.
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"Leading In Agriculture Development": PM Modi At Sikkim's 50th Celebration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called Sikkim a pride of the country and said the Centre seeks to make the northeastern state a global tourism destination.
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Punjab Assembly Passes Resolution Against Centre's Draft Policy On Agriculture
The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution against the Centre's draft of the National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing, asserting it is an attempt to bring back the three farm laws repealed by the Centre in 2021.
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ISRO Cowpea Seeds Successfully Germinate in Space: Everything You Need to Know
ISRO marked a significant achievement with the successful germination of cowpea seeds in space, conducted as part of the CROPS experiment by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC). Launched aboard the PSLV-C60 POEM-4 platform, the experiment aimed to study plant growth in microgravity, a key factor for future space missions. The seeds sprouted wit...
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Food Inflation Likely To Ease In Coming Months, Says Centre's Report
India's food inflation is likely to ease, while the growth outlook for the economy is "cautiously optimistic" for the coming months as the agricultural sector is likely to benefit from favourable monsoon conditions.
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In Haryana, 1,500 Kg Buffalo Eats 20 Eggs A Day. It Is Worth Rs 23 Crore
A buffalo in Haryana, valued at Rs 23 crore, is making waves at agricultural fairs across India. The buffalo, named Anmol, weighs 1,500 kg and has been the centre of attention at events such as the Pushkar Mela and the All-India Farmers' Fair.
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Government approved Rs 990 Crore For Creation Of Three AI-CoEs
Three AI Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in New Delhi will be setup to focus on key sectors--Healthcare, Agriculture, and Sustainable cities.
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India Launches 3 AI Research Centres Focused On Healthcare, Agriculture, Cities
Highlighting the significance of interdisciplinary research, the minister stated that collaboration among like-minded resources is essential for achieving optimal results
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How Floundering India-US Talks Led To 50% Trump Tariffs
US President Donald Trump's doubling of tariffs on goods from India to as much as 50% took effect as scheduled on Wednesday, escalating tensions between the world's two largest democracies and strategic partners.
-
Government Cuts Funding To AICTE By 61% In Two Years, Student Scholarships Also Hit: Education Minister In Rajya Sabha
The government has also approved Centres of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence in health, sustainable cities, and agriculture with an allocation of Rs 990 crore till 2027-28. Budget 2025-26 further announced a Rs 500 crore AI centre for education.
-
Centre Makes Raw Cotton Import Duty-Free Till September 30 To Support Textile Sector
The Centre has temporarily scrapped the 11% duty on raw cotton imports until September 30, seeking to cool prices and ease cost pressures on the textile industry at a time when exporters face mounting tariff barriers abroad.
-
Flying To The US? These Everyday Indian Items Could Get You In Trouble
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces these laws from various federal agencies, including the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aiming to protect public health, safety, and national interests.
-
A Central Scheme Changes. Experience With Jagan Reddy's Government Cited
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced crucial modifications to the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), citing an experience of the Centre with the previous Jagan Reddy government in Andhra Pradesh.
-
"Some States Failed...": Minister Announces Changes To Crop Insurance Scheme
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced crucial modifications to the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), citing the Centre's experience with the previous Jagan Reddy government in Andhra Pradesh.
-
Spotlight On Manikrao Kokate: Crop Insurance Chaos To Rummy Video
Maharashtra's Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate finds himself at the centre of a controversy as a video surfaced that shows him apparently playing rummy on his phone while seated in the state assembly.
-
Centre To Compensate Mango Farmers In Karnataka, Minister Pralhad Joshi Praises Move
The Central government has announced the compensation under the 'Price Deficiency Payment Scheme' (PDPS) for mango farmers from Karnataka, days after Union Minister Pralhad Joshi raised the issue with Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan.
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"Leading In Agriculture Development": PM Modi At Sikkim's 50th Celebration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called Sikkim a pride of the country and said the Centre seeks to make the northeastern state a global tourism destination.
-
Punjab Assembly Passes Resolution Against Centre's Draft Policy On Agriculture
The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution against the Centre's draft of the National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing, asserting it is an attempt to bring back the three farm laws repealed by the Centre in 2021.
-
ISRO Cowpea Seeds Successfully Germinate in Space: Everything You Need to Know
ISRO marked a significant achievement with the successful germination of cowpea seeds in space, conducted as part of the CROPS experiment by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC). Launched aboard the PSLV-C60 POEM-4 platform, the experiment aimed to study plant growth in microgravity, a key factor for future space missions. The seeds sprouted wit...
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Food Inflation Likely To Ease In Coming Months, Says Centre's Report
India's food inflation is likely to ease, while the growth outlook for the economy is "cautiously optimistic" for the coming months as the agricultural sector is likely to benefit from favourable monsoon conditions.
-
In Haryana, 1,500 Kg Buffalo Eats 20 Eggs A Day. It Is Worth Rs 23 Crore
A buffalo in Haryana, valued at Rs 23 crore, is making waves at agricultural fairs across India. The buffalo, named Anmol, weighs 1,500 kg and has been the centre of attention at events such as the Pushkar Mela and the All-India Farmers' Fair.
-
Government approved Rs 990 Crore For Creation Of Three AI-CoEs
Three AI Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in New Delhi will be setup to focus on key sectors--Healthcare, Agriculture, and Sustainable cities.
-
India Launches 3 AI Research Centres Focused On Healthcare, Agriculture, Cities
Highlighting the significance of interdisciplinary research, the minister stated that collaboration among like-minded resources is essential for achieving optimal results
