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Agriculture Industry
India’s Kharif foodgrain production seen at record 144.52 million tonnesedit
Kharif foodgrain production in the country is estimated at a record 144.52 million tonnes, as per the first advance estimates of production of major Kharif crops for 2020-21 released by the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare.
The assessment of production of different crops is based on data received from states and validated with information available from other sources, as per the release issued on 22 September 2020.Explained: The 3 Farmers Bills And The Controversies Surrounding Themedit
A high voltage drama took place in the Rajya Sabha during the passage of the first two bills, with the opposition crying foul over Deputy Chairman proceeding to clear the bill via voice voting, turning down their demand for divisions on vote.
Govt. Policies
Opposition leaders likely to meet President Kovind in Rashtrapati Bhavan at 5 pm to discuss farm Bills issueedit
The President of India will on Wednesday evening meet a few select leaders from the Opposition to discuss the Center’s newly-introduced agriculture reform Bills after the legislations sparked massive uproar across the country.
However, due to the coronavirus pandemic, only five opposition leaders have been permitted to meet President Ram Nath Kovind at 5 pm today sources quoted the Rashtrapati Bhavan as saying.
Explained: The 3 Farmers Bills And The Controversies Surrounding Themedit
A high voltage drama took place in the Rajya Sabha during the passage of the first two bills, with the opposition crying foul over Deputy Chairman proceeding to clear the bill via voice voting, turning down their demand for divisions on vote.
How to Apply for PM Kisan Tractor Yojana 2020?edit
PM Kisan tractor scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with an aim to make tractors available for farmers all across the country. As the cost of tractor is quite high many farmers are not able to buy it for agriculture purposes. Through this scheme, the government offers 20% to 50% subsidy to farmers for purchasing new tractors.
Stubble Burning
Delhi government’s plan of action to curb pollution in winter: All you need to knowedit
Every year, Delhi’s pollution levels soar in winter due to a combination of factors, including changes in meteorology such as cold weather, calm winds, local emissions, coupled with stubble-burning in neighbouring states. This year too, the Delhi government is working to curb pollution from spiking in the next few months by putting together a plan of action.