eznews.inCoffee growers in Karnataka's Kodagu region are facing significant challenges due to the early onset of black rot disease in Arabica coffee, attributed to excessive rainfall during June, the first month of the monsoon season. Continuous precipitation has hindered timely plant protection measures, raising concerns about potential crop losses for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Indian Meteorological Department has forecasted above-normal monsoon conditions, with Karnataka experiencing a 10% increase in rainfall from June 1 to July 1. While Chikmagaluru saw a 41% surplus, other districts like Hassan reported deficits. Additionally, the robusta variety is also affected by fruit rot. The United States Department of Agriculture has projected a 2.4% decline in India's coffee production for the 2025-26 season, estimating output at 6.05 million bags, down from 6.2 million bags in the previous year. Local authorities are urged to assess the damage as the rainy season continues. 
Published: Jul 02 2025, 8 ameznews.inRailway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the RailOne mobile application on Tuesday during the 40th Foundation Day of the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS). The app, available on both Android and iOS platforms, aims to streamline passenger services by offering features such as ticket booking, train and PNR inquiries, journey planning, rail help services, and meal bookings. The ministry emphasized that RailOne serves as a comprehensive solution, integrating various services into a user-friendly interface. Notably, the app includes a single sign-on feature, allowing users to log in with existing credentials from the RailConnect or UTSonMobile apps, thus reducing the need for multiple passwords and saving device storage. Additionally, the app introduces an R-Wallet for seamless transactions and offers easy registration options, including a guest login for inquiries via mobile number and OTP.
Published: Jul 02 2025, 8 ameznews.inHyderabad-based V-Rich Natural Products Pvt Ltd is set to expand its farm-to-consumer model to Warangal and Vijayawada in Telangana, as well as Bengaluru and Mumbai, according to founder Yogita Jahanvi. The company, which currently delivers fresh, preservative-free products like milk and paneer locally, aims to increase its reach for longer shelf-life items such as ghee and jaggery. V-Rich has also begun exploring exports to the Middle East, receiving positive initial orders. Jahanvi's journey into the dairy sector began three years ago, driven by a quest for quality milk. The company emphasizes single-origin sourcing and fair compensation for farmers, ensuring strict quality control protocols. With plans to raise ₹7 crore in seed funding next year, V-Rich is focused on building a global brand rooted in quality, offering products made without additives and using traditional methods.
Published: Jul 02 2025, 9 ameznews.inSohan Lal Commodity Management (SLCM) Group has launched GPS-enabled digital locking solutions across over 1,500 high-value storage facilities, including warehouses and cold storages, in 240 districts across 19 Indian states. This initiative aims to combat significant post-harvest losses exceeding ₹1.5 lakh crore annually and address the diversion and wastage of nearly 28 million tonnes of food grains meant for the underprivileged. The Agri Suraksha system integrates solar-powered CCTV, GPS locks, and live dashboards to enhance traceability and security in the agricultural supply chain. With a network of over 20,000 warehouses and a daily asset management worth ₹11,186 crore, SLCM's innovation seeks to mitigate theft and spoilage, fostering trust among farmers and stakeholders. SLCM's leadership emphasizes that this technological advancement is crucial for securing livelihoods and ensuring food security in India's agricultural landscape.
Published: Jul 01 2025, 9 pmeznews.inThe Union Cabinet has approved a ₹1 lakh crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) scheme aimed at boosting private sector investment in strategic and high-growth sectors through long-term, low-cost funding. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the initiative as a potential "game-changer" for research and innovation, particularly in emerging sectors crucial for economic security and self-reliance. The scheme will provide long-term financing at low or nil interest rates to address funding challenges faced by the private sector, promoting technology adoption and enhancing competitiveness. It will also support transformative projects and the establishment of a deep-tech fund. The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), chaired by the Prime Minister, will oversee the scheme, which features a two-tiered funding mechanism. A special purpose fund will allocate resources to second-level fund managers, primarily through long-term concessional loans for R&D projects.
Published: Jul 01 2025, 8 pmeznews.inUnion Minister of State for Textiles Pabitra Margherita has highlighted the potential growth opportunities for India's textiles sector through the India-UK Free Trade Agreement and ongoing negotiations with the EU and US. Speaking at the inauguration of the 73rd India International Garment Fair (IIGF), Margherita emphasized the importance of equipping Indian exporters with the necessary strategies and compliance to tap into these high-value markets. The fair features over 360 exhibitors and buyers from 80 countries, showcasing India's commitment to sustainable manufacturing and innovation. In the fiscal year 2023-24, India exported $34.4 billion in textile products, with a goal to exceed $100 billion by 2030. Despite global challenges, garment exports have seen a year-on-year growth of over 12% in the first two months of the fiscal, indicating a positive outlook for the industry, according to Sudhir Sekhri, Chairman of the Apparel Exports Promotion Council.
Published: Jul 01 2025, 8 pmeznews.inIndia's rice procurement for buffer stocks reached 531.13 lakh tonnes (lt) in the nine months leading up to June 2025, slightly surpassing last year's figure of 525.48 lt. This includes over 68 lt from the rabi crop, with the annual requirement for various schemes, including the public distribution system (PDS), estimated at around 410 lt. As of July 1, the government held over 321 lt in carryover stock, prompting efforts to manage surplus rice through subsidised sales to ethanol distilleries at ₹22.50/kg. The country, the world's largest rice producer, harvested a record 149.07 million tonnes across all seasons, with the kharif crop contributing 121.85 mt. Procurement for kharif rice concluded on June 30, with notable purchases from states like West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh, while Punjab and Haryana saw declines in procurement compared to the previous year.
Published: Jul 01 2025, 8 pmeznews.inThe Indian Cabinet has approved the National Sports Policy 2025, aiming to position the country as a leading contender in international sports, particularly for the 2036 Olympic Games. This new policy replaces the 2001 framework and seeks to elevate India to one of the top five sporting nations by 2047. It emphasizes strengthening sports programs from grassroots to elite levels, enhancing infrastructure, and improving governance of National Sports Federations. The policy also aims to boost economic development through sports tourism and private sector involvement via Public-Private Partnerships. Additionally, it promotes social inclusion by encouraging participation among women, marginalized communities, and persons with disabilities, while integrating sports into education as a viable career option. A comprehensive implementation strategy will establish a robust regulatory framework and set benchmarks to ensure effective governance, with the NSP 2025 serving as a model for states and union territories to align their policies with national objectives.
Published: Jul 01 2025, 8 pmeznews.inPrime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on an eight-day official tour starting July 2, visiting Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. The trip aims to strengthen India's partnerships in securing critical minerals, including lithium, copper, and rare earth elements, essential for the country's clean energy transition and industrial growth. Notably, India has already secured concessions in Argentina through its public sector enterprise, KABIL, and is actively pursuing further opportunities in Africa, particularly in Ghana and Namibia. Officials highlighted the importance of bilateral agreements to tap into Africa's mineral reserves and emphasized ongoing discussions with countries in the lithium triangle—Argentina, Chile, and Bolivia—along with Peru. Modi's visit, which includes participation in the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, is a strategic move to bolster India's resource security and enhance its global partnerships.
Published: Jul 01 2025, 7 pmeznews.inIn a bid to stimulate job creation, the Union Cabinet has approved the Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme, with a budget of ₹1.07 lakh crore, aimed at generating 3.5 crore jobs over the next two years. Announced in the Union Budget 2024-25, the scheme will be effective from August 1 and is part of a broader initiative with a total outlay of ₹2 lakh crore to support 4.1 crore youth. The ELI scheme comprises two parts: Part A focuses on first-time employees, offering wage incentives of up to ₹15,000, while Part B incentivizes employers with up to ₹3,000 per month for each new hire. The initiative is particularly aimed at the manufacturing sector and is expected to empower both job seekers and employers, fostering a more formal workforce in India. Industry leaders have praised the scheme as a significant step towards enhancing employment opportunities and supporting the economy.
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