The role of collateral management in reducing risks in agricultural supply chains
Agricultural supply chains are fundamental to global food security and economic stability. However, they are fraught with challenges that threaten the livelihoods of farmers and the efficiency of markets. Collateral management emerges as a critical mechanism to address these challenges, offering solutions that mitigate risks and foster trust among stakeholders.
Regenerative agriculture: Cultivating solutions for climate change
As climate change intensifies and ecosystems face unprecedented strain, the way we produce food is under scrutiny. Agriculture, a cornerstone of human survival, is also a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation. Regenerative agriculture emerges as a vital response, aiming not just to minimise harm but to
Kerala CM calls for continuous innovation to ensure survival
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has inaugurated Cochin International Airport Limited’s latest venture, Taj Cochin International Airport, a five-star hotel built by CIAL and operated by the IHCL Taj Group. CIAL is the second airport in India to introduce a hotel under this business model, utilizing its land for strategic
Sarbananda Sonowal reviews NMHC project progress in Lothal, Gujarat
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, along with the Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs Mansukh Mandaviya and the Chief Minister of Gujarat Bhupendra Patel, conducted a joint review on Saturday at Lothal in Gujarat to assess the progress of the National Maritime Heritage Complex
The new PLI scheme’s potential to shape India’s drone-powered revolution
Drones, which were previously used only for defence services in India, have undergone a remarkable transition. Today, they are transforming industries such as healthcare and agriculture, reflecting their promise beyond the battlefield. As India positions itself as a significant actor in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the country aims to become
Shift in mindset: Car buyers prioritise year-end deals over resale concerns
Vandana Khullar, an entrepreneur based in South Delhi, bought her Tata Nexon sports utility vehicle (SUV) on December 15 without worrying about its future resale value. Instead, she said it was a ‘smart decision’ to buy at the end of the year. Like Khullar, several in India now are no
Final reminder: File your income tax return for AY25 in the next 72 hours
If you have not filed your income tax return for Assessment Year 2024-25 (Fiscal Year 2023-24), you have until December 31 to do so. Non-filing by eligible Income Tax Assessees may result in serious consequences, including a jail term. Any eligible assessee has at least two options to file the
India household spending on non-food items rises as urban-rural gap narrows, ETCFO
By Manoj Kumar Indian household spending on non-food items such as transport, garments and entertainment rose in both rural and urban areas in 2023/24 while outlays on staples like wheat and rice dropped, a government report showed on Friday. The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey for 2023/24, conducted from August 2023
Navigating market volatility and government support for Indian agriculture
India’s agricultural sector, the backbone of the nation’s economy, contributes 17 per cent to the GDP and employs over half of the workforce. Despite its significance, the sector grapples with persistent challenges stemming from market volatility and climate change. Market volatility in agricultural commodities, driven by fluctuating demand, climatic conditions,
The role of solar energy in vertical farming: Empowering urban agriculture
The world is experiencing a rapid boom in urbanisation, as well as increasing demand for sustainable food production. By 2050, the world population will have reached over 9 billion, of whom over 70 per cent will be living in cities. Such a massive urban populace requires humongous amounts of food,