Hi, NewsWrap for October 03, 2023

03-October-2023: CCFI Re-elects Deepak Shah as Chairman, Post Harvest Management for Farmers, IVF Treatment Success Rate

3 October 2023

  • CCFI Re-elects Deepak Shah as Chairman; Rajesh Aggarwal and Natwarlal M Patel as Vice Chairpersons

    The Industry Association, Crop Care Federation of India (CCFI), has re-elected Deepak P Shah, Chairman, Sulphur Mills Limited as its Chairman and Rajesh Aggarwal, Managing Director, Insecticides (India) Limited along with Natwarlal M Patel, Managing Director, Meghmani Organics Limited as its Vice-Chairpersons during the 60th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in New Delhi. The newly re-elected board has guaranteed to work closely with the government and industries to address the number of current issues associated with the Indian Agrochemical Industry. Moreover, during the meeting, Rajju Shroff, Chairman Emeritus, UPL Limited, and the CCFI emphasized on how the Make in India policy has facilitated exports and the presence of CCFI members globally.

  • 1 Lakh Crore AIF Allocated for Post Harvest Management for Farmers

    The role of infrastructure is crucial for agriculture development, especially at the post-harvest stage so that the produce can be optimally utilized with opportunities for value addition and a fair deal for the farmers. Development of such infrastructure shall also address the vagaries of nature, the regional disparities, the development of human resources, and the realization of the full potential of our limited land resources. In view of the above, the finance minister announced on May 15, 2020, 1 lakh crore Agri Infrastructure Fund for farm-gate infrastructure for farmers.

  • AI Can Increase IVF Treatment Success Rate Says Doctors At Indian Fertility Society Conference

    AI has the potential to enhance precision, efficiency, and supervision in IVF treatment, ultimately leading to an increase in its success rate. This topic was a focal point of discussion during a recent conference hosted by the Indian Fertility Society (IFS) on a Sunday. Dr Geeta Khanna, the vice president of the IFS, discussed the increasing significance of artificial intelligence (AI) in the realm of IVF treatment. She highlighted that AI in IVF can play a pivotal role in the selection of optimal combinations of eggs and sperm, as well as in predicting the quality of embryos. AI can aid clinicians in customizing treatment plans tailored to individual patients, thereby enhancing the likelihood of success.

  • PM Modi to Launch Projects Worth Rs 8,000 Crore in Telangana After Rs 13,500 Crore Developmental Project

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi is poised to unveil projects valued at more than Rs 8,000 crore in Telangana on Monday, in anticipation of the upcoming state elections later this year. These initiatives span a range of sectors, including railways and thermal power plants. In line with the Prime Minister's vision for increased power generation and energy efficiency, the ceremony will mark the dedication of Telangana Super Thermal Power Project's 800 MW Phase 1, delivering cost-effective electricity and promoting economic growth while upholding environmental standards.

  • Bengal CM Issues High Flood Alert For 7 Districts, Conducted Immediate Meeting To Make Necessary Arrangements

    The West Bengal Government has issued a flood alert in seven districts due to ongoing heavy rainfall in Jharkhand's upper catchment areas. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee instructed officials to identify flood-prone areas and begin evacuating residents if necessary. Chief Secretary H K Dwivedi held a virtual meeting with district authorities and police officials from Paschim Burdwan, Bankura, Birbhum, Purba Burdwan, Purba Medinipur, Hooghly, and Howrah, the districts under the flood alert. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued rainfall until October 5, with heavy rainfall expected on October 3.

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3 October 2023

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