Central Government Archives

Central government’s major step: Procurement of moong and urad under price support scheme in Madhya Pradesh

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan approved procurement of Moong and Urad in Madhya Pradesh and Urad in Uttar Pradesh under the Price...

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Sugar News in English

Centre urged to mandate warning labels on food products high in sugar, salt, and saturated fat

A coalition of India’s top public health and consumer groups, led by NAPi and endorsed by 28 organisations, has called for mandatory...

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Edible Oil News in English

As domestic edible oil rates rise, Centre keeps tab on stocks

The government is monitoring edible oil prices after a recent retail hike, linked to a health advisory promoting reduced consumption. Food Secretary...

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Rice News in English

Centre to implement new tariff line regime on rice exports from May 1

Starting May 1, India will implement a new rice export tariff regime, categorizing rice by processing method, variety, and GI tagging. The...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Under various ethanol interest subvention schemes, Rs.1,535 crore released to NABARD for payment of interest subvention until February 28, 2025

The government is boosting ethanol production by providing financial assistance to sugar mills and grain-based plants. Minister Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya stated that...

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Rice News in English

‘Bharat Rice’ reaches Kerala market again, now for a price of Rs 22 per kg ……

Bharat Rice, previously sold at Rs 29 per kg, is now available at Rs 22 per kg in 5 kg and 10...

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Maize News in English

Himachal leads in natural farming with record MSP for Wheat and Maize

Himachal Pradesh's Agriculture Minister Prof. Chandra Kumar announced record MSPs for natural farming wheat (₹40/kg) and maize (₹30/kg), benefiting 1,506 farmer families....

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Rice News in English

Andhra: Pawan Kalyan raids ship at Kakinada port, foils bid to smuggle PDS rice to West Africa

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan intercepted 640 metric tonnes of smuggled PDS rice aboard the West-Africa-bound cargo ship *Stella L...