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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
State agri minister writes to Centre, seeks MSP hike for forest produce
1 2 Ranchi: Jharkhand agriculture, animal husbandry, and co-operative minister Shilpi Neha Tirkey on Saturday wrote a letter to union tribal affairs minister Jual Oram seeking a reasonable hike in minimum support prices (MSP) of minor forest produce (MFP), on which large section of Jharkhand is dependent for their livelihood. Tirkey said the MSP determined for various forest produces under the 'MSP for MFP' scheme of the tribal affairs ministry is much below the market prices. A significant portion of the state's population relies on forest products such as lac, karanj seeds, mahua, sal seeds, wild honey, and chironji. "Determination and implementation of the MSP for MFP is done under the "MSP for MFP" scheme of the ministry of tribal affairs. However, it has been observed that the MSP fixed for these products is significantly lower than the prevailing market rates. Due to this gap, the tribal communities dependent on forest produce are not getting adequate benefits," Tirkey wrote in her on the letter. The minister further wrote that The MSP for Kusumi lac is Rs 275 per kg, while the market rate ranges from Rs 730 to Rs 750 per kg. The MSP for wild honey is Rs 225 per kg, while the market rate ranges from Rs 600 to Rs 800 per kg. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo While Chironji has an MSP of Rs 126 per kg, whereas the market price is Rs 250 to Rs 300 per kg. Similarly, the MSP for mahua flowers is Rs 30 per kg, while the market rate is Rs 45 to Rs 60 per kg. Tirkey appealed to the union minister to re-determine the MSPs based on scientific methods and current market rates.
News18
4 days ago
- Business
- News18
NABARD reinforces commitment to rural entrepreneurship, inclusive growth
Ranchi, Jul 18 (PTI) The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) on Friday reaffirmed its commitment to driving inclusive rural development, with a renewed focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and financial inclusion on its 44th foundation day. Shilpi Neha Tirkey, Jharkhand's Minister for Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperation, acknowledged the NABARD's significant contribution to rural development in the state and stressed the need for enhanced collaboration between the bank and the state government to improve the execution, monitoring, and impact of rural schemes. Addressing the issue of rural credit bottlenecks, Tirkey urged the State Level Bankers' Committee (SLBC) and financial institutions to address last-mile credit access challenges and adopt innovative practices to ensure timely credit to farmers and entrepreneurs. Gautam Singh, chief general manager, NABARD Jharkhand, highlighted the institution's evolving development vision and its role as a catalyst for rural transformation. He outlined NABARD's strategic interventions over the past 24 years in the state, ranging from strengthening farm and non-farm infrastructure to supporting farmer producer organisations (FPOs), and enabling financial inclusion through partnerships with banks and grassroots institutions. Singh emphasised the growing importance of technology-driven solutions and climate-resilient practices in ensuring sustainable rural progress. He reiterated NABARD's role as a bridge between policy formulation and on-ground implementation, and its mission to deepen outreach to the most underserved sections of rural society. Addressing the issue of rural credit bottlenecks, Tirkey urged the SLBC and financial institutions to address last-mile credit access challenges and adopt innovative practices to ensure timely credit to farmers and entrepreneurs. A panel discussion on 'Fostering Rural Entrepreneurship for Inclusive Growth' took place on the occasion addressed by K Shrinivasan, Secretary, Rural Development Department, Anamika Sharma, Officer-in-Charge, RBI Ranchi, Prashant Gattani, President, Federation of Jharkhand Chamber of Commerce & Industries, Aman Kumar, faculty, IIM Ranchi and entrepreneur Nishant Kumar. The panelists deliberated on enabling policies, youth engagement, financial linkages, market access, and the need for capacity building in the rural enterprise ecosystem. NABARD was recognised for its catalytic role in promoting rural startups and empowering rural youth. Two NABARD publications were launched on the occasion — 'NABARD in Jharkhand 2024-25 — a comprehensive report detailing NABARD's key initiatives and sectoral interventions, and 'Unit Cost Booklet 2024-25' – a practical tool for banks and stakeholders to plan and finance rural economic activities. PTI NAM MNB view comments First Published: July 18, 2025, 20:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
J'khand Cong team visits Purnia, urges Bihar govt to announce aid for family
1 2 Ranchi: A five-member fact-finding committee of Jharkhand Congress on Wednesday visited Tetgama village in Purnia district of poll-bound Bihar where five members of a tribal family were burnt over suspicion of witchcraft on July 6 night. While Bihar govt has reportedly slapped FIRs against 23 named and over 150 unknown besides arresting the main accused Nakul Oraon, also a tribal, as part of its probe so far, the visiting Cong delegation from Jharkhand, led by former minister and one of the working presidents of state Congress, Bandhu Tirkey, said that the incident should be seen as a 'blot on humanity'. After visiting the violence-torn region and meeting local villagers, including members of the affected family, Tirkey said, "Superstition and illiteracy have destroyed an innocent family. This is not just a murder, but a result of social evils. The govt must take concrete steps to prevent such incidents." Tirkey has also demanded fair investigation into this case, and the harshest punishment for the guilty. "The govt must also immediately announce financial assistance and protection to the victim's family," he said, adding that he has provided Rs 21,000 to the family from his end as fiscal assistance. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like You Won't Believe the Price of These Dubai Apartments Binghatti Developers FZE Get Offer Undo by Taboola by Taboola He also demanded that the govt and local administration must launch a mega awareness drive on priority to fight superstition in remote areas. "We also demand special measures for livelihood and security should be taken for tribal and Dalit communities," he said, adding that they have assured the victim family of all the possible assistance in future too. The delegation also met with the local district magistrate and superintendent of police to press for a speedy probe. "We urged the administration to launch campaigns to solve village's basic issues such as roads, education, housing, health, water etc besides curbing superstition," he said.
India Gazette
04-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Not received any clearance": HI president Dilip Tirkey on Pakistan men's hockey team travelling to India
New Delhi [India], July 4 (ANI): Former captain and Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey confirmed that the board hasn't received any clearance from the government about the Pakistan men's hockey team travelling to India for the Asia Cup and Junior Hockey World Cup, which are set to be held in the nation later this year. There is uncertainty over Pakistan's men's hockey team's participation in the tournaments after the cross-border tension between India and Pakistan escalated in May earlier this year. India will host the Asia Cup from August 29 to September 7 at the recently developed Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar. The Men's Junior Hockey World Cup is scheduled to take place from November 28 to December 10 in Tamil Nadu. Tirkey addressed the ongoing reports about Pakistan travelling to India and participating in the tournament and told ANI, 'We have seen many tournaments, and whenever there is a match between India and Pakistan, the whole world likes to watch it. Two tournaments that we are going to host, Pakistan is going to participate in both. However, till now, we have not received any clearance; once we get it, we will move forward accordingly.' Pakistan's men's hockey team toured India for the Hockey World Cup in 2018. Apart from Pakistan, India will host Japan, Korea, China, Malaysia, Oman and Chinese Taipei in the next month's Asia Cup. Meanwhile, in the Junior Hockey World Cup, India and Pakistan have been drafted in Pool B alongside Chile and Switzerland. While the Pakistan hockey team is travelling to India, it remains to be seen if their men's cricket team will cross the border for the Asia Cup, which is scheduled to be held in India, the official host of the tournament, later this year. In February this year, the Indian team didn't travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy and played all their matches at a neutral venue in Dubai. It was also confirmed that the hybrid model will be adopted for all ICC events in the 2024-27 cycle, which will be held in India or Pakistan. (ANI)
NDTV
04-07-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
"Not Received Any Clearance": Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey On Pakistan Men's Hockey Team Travelling To India
Former captain and Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey confirmed that the board hasn't received any clearance from the government about the Pakistan men's hockey team travelling to India for the Asia Cup and Junior Hockey World Cup, which are set to be held in the nation later this year. There is uncertainty over Pakistan's men's hockey team's participation in the tournaments after the cross-border tension between India and Pakistan escalated in May earlier this year. India will host the Asia Cup from August 29 to September 7 at the recently developed Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar. The Men's Junior Hockey World Cup is scheduled to take place from November 28 to December 10 in Tamil Nadu. Tirkey addressed the ongoing reports about Pakistan travelling to India and participating in the tournament and told ANI, "We have seen many tournaments, and whenever there is a match between India and Pakistan, the whole world likes to watch it. Two tournaments that we are going to host, Pakistan is going to participate in both. However, till now, we have not received any clearance; once we get it, we will move forward accordingly." Pakistan's men's hockey team toured India for the Hockey World Cup in 2018. Apart from Pakistan, India will host Japan, Korea, China, Malaysia, Oman and Chinese Taipei in the next month's Asia Cup. Meanwhile, in the Junior Hockey World Cup, India and Pakistan have been drafted in Pool B alongside Chile and Switzerland. While the Pakistan hockey team is travelling to India, it remains to be seen if their men's cricket team will cross the border for the Asia Cup, which is scheduled to be held in India, the official host of the tournament, later this year. In February this year, the Indian team didn't travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy and played all their matches at a neutral venue in Dubai. It was also confirmed that the hybrid model will be adopted for all ICC events in the 2024-27 cycle, which will be held in India or Pakistan.
