25-December-2023: PM Modi Lauds Kisan Drones' Impact on Indian Agriculture, Minister Giriraj Singh's Focus on Green Economy, Harvest Success in 2024

25 December 2023

• PM Modi Lauds Kisan Drones' Impact on Indian Agriculture

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the significant strides made in the agriculture sector through the adoption of drone technology. Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya’s recently published article to shed light on the transformational potential of 'The Drone Moment of Indian Agriculture,' showcasing its impact on farmers’ lives.

• Revolutionary Breakthrough Unveiled on National Consumer Day 2023: A Game-Changer in Consumer Protection

  The Department of Consumer Affairs marked National Consumer Day 2023 on December 24 in New Delhi, with a spotlight on harnessing technology for enhanced consumer protection and efficient grievance redressal. The Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Textiles, and Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, emphasized the pivotal role of customer satisfaction in the country's development during his inaugural address.

• Minister Giriraj Singh's Focus on Green Economy: What Does Cactus Hold for Future?

  Giriraj Singh, the Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, spoke via video conference at a one-day national workshop on 'Cactus for Green Economy in Watershed Projects' in New Delhi on December 23 as part of a ground-breaking effort to advance the agricultural sector and solve ecological concerns. Union Minister Giriraj Singh urged workshop delegates to seize the opportunity and contribute to the creation of an ecosystem centered around the cactus plantation and their diverse economic uses. 

• Harvest Success in 2024: 10 Innovative Agricultural Businesses To Try, Check Here

  In a world where entrepreneurship is burgeoning across sectors, agriculture is emerging as a new territory ripe with potential. As we enter 2024, the landscape of agricultural business is undergoing a dynamic transformation, presenting a plethora of lucrative opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and established businesses alike. Here are 10 agricultural business ideas that have the potential to redefine the industry in the upcoming year.

• Golu-2, the Rs 10 Crore Murrah Buffalo, Steals the Show at Bihar's Dairy and Cattle Expo

  The three-day Dairy and Cattle Expo, held at the playground of Bihar Animal Sciences University (BASU) in Patna from December 21-23, was inaugurated by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The expo was full of new announcements and attractions, but the star of the show was Golu-2, a six-year-old Murrah breed buffalo from Panipat, Haryana. Valued at an astonishing Rs 10 crore, this hefty buffalo became a social media sensation, drawing crowds from across the state eager to catch a glimpse of this marvel.