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January 24, 2021
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11th National Voters’ Day (NVD) to be celebrated on 25th January 2021
Election Commission of India is celebrating 11th National Voters Day on 25th January 2021. Honourable President of India, Ram Nath Kovind will be the Chief Guest at the national function being organized in New Delhi by the Election Commission of India. The event will be held at the Ashok Hotel, New Delhi and the Honourable President shall grace the occasion virtually from Rashtrapati Bhawan.
The theme for this year’s NVD, ‘Making Our Voters Empowered, Vigilant, Safe and Informed’, envisages active and participative voters during elections. It also focuses on ECI’s commitment towards conducting elections safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Golden Peacock Award for 51st IFFI to be announced at Closing Ceremony Today
As curtains fall on the 51st International Film Festival of India (IFFI) today, the coveted Golden Peacock Award will be announced at the closing ceremony of the festival, in Panaji, Goa today, January 24, 2021.
The best of the feature-length fiction films from all over the world are competing for the Golden Peacock and other awards. These comprise the following fifteen delectable line-up of movies which entertained, inspired and moved film-lovers at IFFI.
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PM greets people of Uttar Pradesh on their Statehood Day
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people of Uttar Pradesh on their Statehood Day.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Heartiest greetings to all the people of the state on the foundation day of Uttar Pradesh. This state, a sacred land of sacrifice, tenacity, tradition and culture, is playing an important role in building a self-reliant India today. I wish this state continues to touch new heights leading to all-round development. "
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PM salutes daughters of the nation on National Girl Child Day
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has saluted the daughters of the nation on National Girl Child Day.
In a tweet, Modi said “On National Girl Child Day, we salute our #DeshKiBeti and the accomplishments in various fields. The Central Government has undertaken many initiatives that focus on empowering the girl child, including access to education, better healthcare and improving gender sensitivity.”
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Poultry trade hit by bird flu scare, retail sales improve
For the first time, the number of states affected by the outbreak of bird flu has reached double digits in India, although wild birds are worst affected by this disease. The poultry trade has not yet recovered from the outbreak. However, the demand for chicken at hotels and restaurants has seen an improvement over the previous week.
Though, bird flu has been confirmed in poultry birds in nine states, but its impact is quite low. Experts point out that the new avian influenza virus is not dangerous to humans. -
'Dedicated my life to the cause of Amazon forests'
Shaji Thomas, a Keralite who landed in Brazil in 1989 on a scholarship, is now a citizen of the football crazy nation.
In Brazil, he took a doctorate degree and completed three post-doctoral studies. He has a law degree as well and is the only Indian origin lawyer practicing in the South American country. He has been a major environmental activist and even lived in a houseboat on the Amazon river. -
Fungi strengthen plants to fend off aphids
Researchers have demonstrated that unique fungi strengthen the "immune systems" of wheat and bean plants against aphids.
Fungi enter and influence the amount of a plant's own defences, resulting in fewer aphids. The results, published in the journal New Phytologist, could serve to reduce agricultural insecticide use. -
Plastic park to come up in UP's Gorakhpur
In another major push to industrialisation, a plastic park spread over 50 acres of land and housing around 100 manufacturing units would be set up in Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh, official said.
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers has given its in-principle approval to the project, for which the Union government will provide around Rs 40 crore and Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA) the remaining Rs 53 crore. GIDA CEO Sanjeev Ranjan said: "We have received intimation on the approval though we are yet to get the formal letter." -
Discussion on New Farm Laws and Vision on Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan
Anil Kumar Shastri discuss issues on New Farm Laws and Vision on Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan with senior journalist Pritam Kashyap, at facebook.com/krishi.jagran, Date: 25th January, 2021 and Time: 11.00 am onwards.
Anil Kumar Shastri is Chairman of the Hindi Department in All India Congress Committee, Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management, Trustee of Lal Bahadur Shastri National Memorial Trust and former Minister in the Ministry of Finance and son of forme Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri.
On the news
January 28, 2021
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105-year-old woman organic farmer from Coimbatore awarded Padma Shri
Indian agriculturist Pappammal from Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore was among top ten personalities who were awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India, on the occasion of the 72nd Republic Day.
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Farmer’s movement 2020-2021: Why there is a Need for Agricultural Laws
Agriculture is a major pillar of our economy. The food and nutritional security of the country are directly linked to the empowerment of this region.
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Centre procured Kharif 2020-21 crops at Minimum Support Price
The government continues to procure Kharif 2020-21 crops at MSP from farmers as per existing MSP Schemes, from the previous seasons.
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Kisan Andolan Update: Delhi Police scanning CCTVs to identify rioters, Crime Branch likely to handle probe
A day after the capital witnessed unprecedented violence, the Ministry of Home Affairs has ordered strict action against those behind the chaos during the farmer tractor march.
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5 Laws of Healthy Living; Know How to Keep Diseases at Bay
Here are the 5 laws to live a healthy and happy life. There are many common advices for healthy living, yet ignored by many people. But believe it or not, these 5 laws of healthy living can help you keep the diseases at bay.
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Good News: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Gives Agriculture Status to Lac Farming benefiting more than 50,000 Farmers
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has taken an important decision in the interest of farmers cultivating lac. As per the decision, now lac farming has got the status of agriculture in Chhattisgarh.
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Bharti Axa General Insurance Launches ‘Krishi Sakha’ App to Meet Specific Needs of Farmers
Bharti AXA General Insurance, a joint venture between Bharti Enterprises, one of India’s leading business groups, and AXA, one of the world’s largest insurance companies, today launched its new app ‘Krishi Sakha’ to cater to the specific needs of the farmers in the country and guide them in adopting best farming practices and enhancing productivity.
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Budget 2021: Center Likely to Expand PM Kusum Yojana This Year
Budget 2021-22: While the upcoming budget will be presented by Finance Minister on February 1 this year, all eyes will be set on what the government has for the agriculture sector and its new policies and schemes for Indian economy.
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PM Kisan Important Update: Government to Transfer Stalled Installment to 1.6 crore Farmers; Check New List Here
Good News for farmers who did not receive the 7th installment under PM Kisan Yojana. Centre is preparing to send the stalled money to more that 1 crore farmers.
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Latest News: Group of Experts to Review Proposal to Ban 27 Pesticides
An advisory panel has been named by the government to study the reactions of the industry to the controversial ban on 27 commonly used pesticides that authorities believe are toxic to animals and humans.