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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Kothari Industrial bets on bio-inputs for farms; launches 30 neem-based products to boost yield; targets drone-enabled application and nationwide reach
Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd (KICL) on Saturday launched a new portfolio of 30 agriculture-focused products, including neem-based and bio-organic inputs, as part of its drive to support farmers and boost productivity. Unveiled by Executive Chairman Dr Rafiq Ahmed in Chennai, the new range includes Kothari Bioshakthi Gold, Kothari Neem Power, and Kothari Subhiksham, among others, PTI reported The company said the portfolio comprises insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and bio-fertilisers, designed for application via drones, power sprayers, and knapsack sprayers. 'We strongly believe our farmers face different challenges when it comes to pests and diseases, but still they seek to continue to feed a growing population,' Ahmed said. 'To address these growing needs, KICL introduced a robust range of bio and organic fertilisers, along with neem-based variants that not only affirm our commitment to empowering farmers across the country but also improving their lives.' The company said the new offerings were developed in response to growing demand for sustainable and effective crop protection solutions and reflect its push to align with modern farming techniques. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Kothari Industrial Corp unveils 30 new agri-products to boost farm yield
Diversified conglomerate Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd has launched 30 agro-products aimed at bolstering agricultural output and serving the growing needs of farmers, a top official said on Saturday. These products, including Kothari Bioshakthi Gold, Kothari Neem Power, Kothari Subhiksham, among others, were launched by the company's Executive Chairman, Dr Rafiq Ahmed. "We strongly believe our farmers face different challenges when it comes to pests and diseases, but still they seek to continue to feed a growing population," said Ahmed in a press release here. "To address the growing needs, KICL introduced a robust range of bio and organic fertilisers along with neem-based variants (that can be applied with the help of) drone-based spraying, power sprayers and knapsack sprayers which not only affirm our commitment to empowering farmers across the country but also improving their lives," he added. These agri-products include insecticides, fungicides and herbicides. A range of Neem varieties, bio-fertilisers among others, the release said.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Kothari Industrial Corporation launches agri-products that can boost farm output
Diversified conglomerate Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd has launched 30 agro-products aimed at bolstering agricultural output and serving the growing needs of farmers, a top official said on Saturday. These products, including Kothari Bioshakthi Gold , Kothari Neem Power, Kothari Subhiksham, among others, were launched by the company's Executive Chairman, Dr Rafiq Ahmed. "We strongly believe our farmers face different challenges when it comes to pests and diseases, but still they seek to continue to feed a growing population," said Ahmed in a press release here. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Undo "To address the growing needs, KICL introduced a robust range of bio and organic fertilisers along with neem-based variants (that can be applied with the help of) drone-based spraying, power sprayers and knapsack sprayers which not only affirm our commitment to empowering farmers across the country but also improving their lives," he added. These agri-products include insecticides, fungicides and herbicides. A range of Neem varieties, bio-fertilisers among others, the release said.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
7yo girl raped in Bareilly; accused on run
Bareilly: A 30-year-old man allegedly lured a seven-year-old girl with sweets and raped her in Bareilly district on Saturday. The accused has been identified as Rafiq Ahmed, an embroidery worker from Budaun. He had been residing in a rented house under the jurisdiction of Baradari police station for the past seven years. According to the girl's father, Ahmed was an acquaintance of their family and would occasionally visit them. On Saturday evening, Ahmed allegedly lured the child and then violated her. The girl returned home bleeding and narrated her ordeal to her mother. She said that Ahmed told her not to tell anyone, and even handed her a small 'trophy.' She added that the accused would often touch her inappropriately. Overwhelmed, her mother raised an alarm and called nearby residents, but by then the accused had already fled. The family informed the police after which an FIR was registered under relevant sections of the BNS including rape and the Pocso Act. Circle officer Pankaj Srivastava said, "A case was registered based on the father's complaint, and a search for the accused is underway. The survivor is in a state of shock and was sent to the district hospital for treatment and medical examination."
Express Tribune
01-05-2025
- General
- Express Tribune
Workers sweat through Labour Day
Poverty-stricken daily wage workers continued to earn their livelihood in the scorching heat in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad despite the observance of International Labour Day across the globe including Pakistan on Thursday. All government offices, educational institutions, and courts remained closed to mark the occasion. However, for the working class, particularly daily wage labourers, the holiday was of little significance. Throughout the cities, they continued their hard labour, striving to earn enough to feed themselves and their children. In the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, labourers could be seen toiling in alleyways and on construction sites, carrying heavy loads of bricks, cement, and sand on their frail shoulders from morning until evening. No one offered them a day off, free meals, or even a guaranteed daily wage in the honour of Labour Day. Wholesale markets dealing in vegetables and fruits were bustling, with labourers loading and unloading sacks of produce onto trucks. Local and large-scale factories that produce snacks like roasted chickpeas, peanuts, and namak paray remained open. In blistering heat and intense fire, workers continued to roast snacks and prepare food items without respite or recognition. In areas like Pirwadhai, laborers worked in oil factories, melting animal fat over strong flames, again without any provision of free meals or acknowledgement of the holiday. Markets across the cityespecially Raja Bazaar, Dingi Khoi Chowk, Pul Shah Nazar Chowk, Haathi Chowk, Saddar, Tench Bhatta Chowk, and Adiala Roadwere filled with daily wagers. Painters, carpenters, stone breakers, and excavation workers sat from 6am to 3pm, tools in handshovels, saws, hammers, brusheswaiting for the chance to earn a living. While some managed to find work, hundreds waited in vain and returned home in the evening without a single rupee earned. Meanwhile, Labour Day rallies featured government employees and union officials dressed in neatly pressed cotton suits and waistcoats, delivering lofty speeches about workers' rights. Ironically, the real labourersthe ones pulling carts through markets under heavy loadswere left watching from the sidelines, muttering under their breath as they passed blocked roads where these rallies were taking place. Many of these labourers dismissed Labour Day as nothing but a farce. Rafiq Ahmed, a 45-year-old daily wage worker waiting at Raja Bazaar Chowk, said, "What is Labour Day to us? What benefit do we get from it? Will anyone give us a free meal or even half a day's wage today? Just look aroundhundreds of us sit here waiting for work. Those who earn in the millions mock us with their Labour Day rallies. Not one real labourer attends those events. A real worker has to choose between joining a rally and feeding his children. If we don't get work, we have to beg just to feed our families." Fayyaz Abbasi, who was seen roasting chickpeas in the scorching heat at the Ganjmandi snack factory, said, "Since 9am this morning, we've been working by an open flame. No owner has ever given us a day off for Labour Day. Until the real labourers of Pakistan are happy and secure, these Labour Day celebrations are nothing more than staged events and opportunities for the elite to advance their own interests." He added that political leaders, union heads, and business owners continue to use workers' names to serve their own agendas.
