Hi, NewsWrap for May 17, 2024

17-May-2024: Dhanuka Agritech, AIC Signs MoU with CSC, ISF World Seed Congress 2024, FSSAI, World Hydrogen Summit 2024, Climate Change

17 May 2024

  • Dhanuka Agritech FY24 Net Profit Up by 2.4% to Rs. 239.09 Cr; Revenue Increases to Rs. 1758.54 Cr in FY’24 by 3.4%

    Dhanuka Agritech, one of the leading agri input companies in India announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of the financial year ending March 2024

  • AIC Signs MoU with CSC for Nationwide Distribution of Its Retail Cattle Insurance Product- ‘Sampoorna Pashudhan Kawach’

    Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd. (AIC), the leading implementing agency of Govt.’s Flagship Crop Insurance Scheme Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana is now extending its services to Livestock Insurance segment as well. In view of widening the reach of AIC's innovative cattle insurance product- “Sampoorna Pashudhan Kawach”, the Company has entered into a strategic partnership by signing an MoU with CSC e-Governance Services India Ltd. (CSC) which is a government-owned entity facilitating digital access to various services across rural India.

  • ISF World Seed Congress 2024: Global Seed Industry's Premier Event Scheduled from May 27-29

    The Global Seed Industry's Premier Event-ISF World Seed Congress 2024, jointly organized by ISF and Plantum, is set to take place from May 27th to 29th, 2024, in Rotterdam, Netherlands. This important event coincides with ISF's 100th anniversary, marking a historic milestone for the organization. This event offers a valuable platform for stakeholders across the global seed sector to engage with key industry players. Rotterdam, renowned as a leading business hub with a forward-looking approach, provides an ideal setting to embark on ISF's second century. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss mutual interests, expand their networks, and explore potential trade opportunities. Krishi Jagran will also be among the participants at this prestigious event.

  • FSSAI-Certified Paan Company, Betel Leaf Raises USD 1.2 Million in Bridge Round Led by Inflection Point Ventures

    Betel Leaf, India's first FSSAI-certified online paan company has raised USD 1.2 Million in a Bridge Round led by Inflection Point Ventures & Venture Catalysts. The funds raised will be utilized to expand the current retail and online presence from 45 kitchens to 100 kitchens in India and overseas within the next 2 years, while also enabling the development of new automation technology to enhance consistency and increase production volume and range, including innovative products like the ARID paan, a paan with 9 months Shelf life that can be carried anywhere to a Digestive Innovative Tea made from Pure Betel leaves.

  • World Hydrogen Summit 2024: Secretary Bhupinder Singh Bhalla Highlights India's Strategic Vision & Capabilities

    Addressing the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 in Rotterdam, Netherlands on May 15, 2024, Secretary Bhupinder Singh Bhalla from the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, showcased India's strategic vision and capabilities in renewable energy and green hydrogen production. He highlighted the comprehensive nature of India's National Green Hydrogen Mission, which includes pilot projects, research and development initiatives, and skill development programs. This holistic approach reflects the government's commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration across the hydrogen value chain.

  • Climate Change Could Force Bangkok to Move, Know Why

    While some may question the reality of climate change, the undeniable effects of it are evident in Bangkok. Thailand might need to relocate its capital from Bangkok, often referred to as the sinking city, due to rising sea levels, according to a senior official in the climate change office. Projections consistently indicate that low-lying Bangkok faces the risk of ocean inundation before the century concludes.

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