Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that the government will soon make public the report on minimum support price (MSP) by a committee headed by Sanjay Agrawal. The committee has held over two dozen meetings and workshops. Additionally, Chouhan introduced ‘Adhunik Krishi Choupal’, featuring agricultural innovations to be aired from October.
Read MoreIn Agra, an 18-year-old student named Mohini Goswami rescued four youths from drowning in the Yamuna river during Ganesh visarjan. The boys were pulled into deep waters by strong currents when Mohini, a proficient swimmer, jumped in to save them. Her courageous act was widely praised by locals and officials.
Read MoreThe Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority has hiked fees for beach weddings and private events to Rs 1 lakh per day, replacing the previous five-day coverage. The new rates extend to construction permissions and hoardings as well. A 75% fee concession is available for government corporations, autonomous bodies, charitable trusts, schools, and sports events.
Read MoreFifty victims of Maoist attacks from Bastar marched to Jantar Mantar, demanding an end to Naxal violence. Under the banner of Bastar Shanti Samiti, they held a silent protest and met Home Minister Amit Shah. Their goal is to expose the true nature of Maoists and seek peace for the people of Bastar.
Read MoreHistorians have found Stone Age rock paintings and artifacts in Chittorgarh district, Rajasthan. These discoveries provide crucial insights into early human life in the region and are estimated to be between 35,000 and 200,000 years old. The findings have been reported to the Archaeological Survey of India for further investigation.
Read MoreIndia has formally requested a review of the Indus Water Treaty due to unforeseen changes and security concerns. Pakistan emphasized the treaty’s significance and expressed hope for India’s compliance. Signed in 1960, the treaty manages cross-border river usage amid ongoing tensions. Disputes over hydroelectric projects have also been raised by India.
Read MoreThe Union labour ministry is probing the death of EY employee Anna Sebastian Perayil, allegedly due to work stress. Union labour minister Mansukh Mandaviya confirmed that necessary actions will be taken based on the investigation’s findings. The incident has raised serious concerns about workplace conditions and employee welfare in corporate environments.
Read MoreThe Bombay High Court has paused Ajit Ranade’s removal as Vice-Chancellor of Pune’s Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics until September 23. Dismissed for lacking sufficient teaching experience per UGC norms, Ranade has challenged the decision, asserting that he wasn’t given an opportunity to address the committee’s report before his removal.
Read MoreSebi has prohibited Axis Capital from operating as a merchant banker for debt issuances and barred it from acting as an arranger or underwriter for any debt segment securities. The action follows Axis Capital’s involvement in Sojo Infotel’s non-convertible debentures offering, where it guaranteed Rs 260 crore but had to settle Rs 167 crore...
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