Hi, NewsWrap for March 19, 2024

19-March-2024: ICAR Signs MoU with Krishi Jagran, First Transgenic Cow, UP Tourism Department, Gaza Famines, ICAR-CIFRI

19 March 2024

Where Did All the Sparrows Go?

Since 2010, March 20 has held a significant designation as World Sparrow Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the conservation of these charming little birds. Sparrows, once ample in urban and rural landscapes alike, have seen a dramatic decline in their populations over the past few decades.
Gaza's Grim Reality: FAO Sounds Alarm on Imminent Famine Crisis

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has sounded the alarm over the increasing hunger crisis in the Gaza Strip, where famine is on the brink of unfolding, according to a new report released by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) global initiative. The report reveals an urgent situation with the entire population of Gaza facing acute food insecurity, categorized within IPC Phases 3 to 5. Shockingly, approximately 1.11 million individuals are experiencing catastrophic food insecurity, marking a historic high. This marks a significant jump from the previous analysis, with 79% more people plunging into severe hunger in the current period and a projected increase of 92% in the coming months.
ICAR-CIFRI Celebrates 78th Foundation Day with Innovative Technological Milestones

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), located in Barrackpore, marked its 78th Foundation Day with a celebratory event held at its headquarters. The institute, renowned for its pioneering contributions to the fisheries sector, showcased a range of innovative technologies and initiatives aimed at advancing fisheries management and conservation efforts.
UP Tourism Department Partners with Homestays to Boost Rural Travel Experience

The Uttar Pradesh tourism department has established agreements with homestay providers, which is a positive move for tourists looking for genuine rural experiences. This collaboration aims to offer visitors an enriched travel experience centered around genuine farm stays and immersion in local culture.
Scientists Create First Transgenic Cow Producing Human Insulin in Milk

Scientists have created a transgenic cow that can produce human insulin in its milk—a stunning discovery that has the potential to completely change the way medicine is administered. Led by Professor Matt Wheeler of the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois, this pioneering research holds vast potential in addressing the global demand for insulin, especially with the escalating prevalence of diabetes worldwide.
ICAR Signs MoU with Krishi Jagran to Advance Indian Agriculture and Support Farmers' Welfare

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Krishi Jagran, one of the country's leading agricultural media houses, solidified a notable collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on March 19, 2024 for the advancement of Indian agriculture and the welfare of farmers. The MoU was signed by Dr. U. S Gautam, DDG (Agri. Extn.), ICAR and Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Krishi Jagran M.C. Dominic, marking an important step towards strengthening the agriculture sector.