Hi, NewsWrap for August 22, 2023

22-August-2023: Food Processing Initiatives, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Tata Projects, Farmer's Death Amidst Tensions, Record-Breaking Soybean Supply

22 August 2023

  • Government's Food Processing Initiatives Drive Productivity and Sustainability, Ensuring Food Security

    The PhD Chamber of Commerce and Industry organized the Food Processing Summit 2023 with the theme, Ensuring Food Security through Processing and Export (2023: International Year of Millets) on August 21, 2023. During the event, government officials emphasized the importance of boosting food security and productivity in India.

  • Dr Mansukh Mandaviya Reviews Availability and Use of Fertilizers in India with States and UTs

    Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Health & Family Welfare Dr Mansukh Mandaviya interacted with State Agriculture Ministers on the availability and use of fertilizers in the country today. During the meeting, he also reviewed the progress of nano urea, nano DAP and the promotion of alternate fertilizers at the field level and steps initiated by the States in this regard.

  • Tata Projects' Executive Vice President, Sandeep Navlakhe, Resigns from Position

    Sandeep Navlakhe, who played a pivotal role in overseeing the construction of India's new Parliament building, has stepped down from his significant position as the Executive Vice President of Tata Projects Ltd. Navlakhe was in charge of the buildings, factories, and airports business unit within the company. His departure was confirmed through an official statement, which highlighted his instrumental contribution to the successful completion of the new Parliament structure.

  • Farmer's Death Amidst Tensions Over Leader 'Detentions' in Sangrur

    A man died after being hit by a tractor-trolley in Sangrur district. A clash between farmers and police led to injuries to at least five police men. The conflict arose from the detention of agricultural leaders. The victim was identified as a protesting farmer from the Longowal area, where police were trying to prevent the obstruction of a national highway and toll plaza.

  • Record-Breaking Soybean Supply and Demand Figures Unveiled For 2022-2023

    The Soybean Processors Association of India has released the highly anticipated estimates of the Supply and Demand (S&D) of Soybean and Soybean Meal for the oil year 2022-2023 until July 2023 on August 21, 2023. The latest data showcases an extraordinary surge in soybean production, with a staggering total crop of 149.26 lakh tons during the period from October 2022 to September 2023. This remarkable figure marks an unprecedented 163% increase compared to the same period last season, leaving experts astonished at the agricultural prowess of India. 

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