Union Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday called upon the corporate sector to play a greater role in transforming Indian agriculture through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), urging industry to invest in agricultural research, agri-tech, climate-resilient farming, skill development and women-led rural enterprises.
Punjab BJP chief Kewal Singh Dhillon alleged that Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and other employees put on election duty are stepping way outside their line of work.
Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan on Wednesday administered the oath of office to newly elected members Mansoor Ali Khan of Karnataka and Rajneesh Kumar Agrawal of Madhya Pradesh at Parliament House.
To overcome shortfall of numbers in Lok Sabha, BJP intensified outreach to regional and Opposition parties, including DMK and NCP (Sharad Pawar). On Wednesday NCP (SP)appeared to signal openness to Delimitation Bill if conditions met
Speaking on the occasion, L-G Saxena said that the export of the first consignment marked the beginning of a new era for Ladakh’s horticulture sector and reflected the Administration’s commitment to connecting local farmers directly with global markets.
In a thread post on X, Prime Minister Modi said: "On this day, #OneRankOnePension (OROP) was implemented. This was a tribute to the courage and sacrifices of our veterans and ex-service personnel who dedicate their lives to protecting our nation."
The poster, put up by Congress leader Ajit Kumar Maurya, carries the message: “If divided, one cylinder will be available for Rs 1,200, and if united, it will be available for Rs 400”.
India on Thursday again asked Bangladesh to take steps against extremist elements indulging in violence against the minority Hindu community and ensure adequate security for the community.
Amid the ongoing chill in India-Canada ties, the Indian Consulate in Toronto announced the cancellation of some of its scheduled consular camps after the Canadian security authorities failed to provide minimum security protection.
He said that all district units of the Congress have been asked to prepare a list of MVA rebels still in the fray for the state assembly polls and serve notices to them.
