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Time of India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Agriculture Minister Chouhan Calls for Tech-Driven Solutions for Citrus Cultivation
Nagpur: Union minister for agriculture & farmers' welfare and rural development, , visited the ICAR-Central Citrus Research Institute (CCRI), Nagpur, on Sunday and chaired a comprehensive review meeting with top officials. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This was Chouhan's first visit to CCRI and also the maiden tour of an agriculture minister in the last 10 years. CCRI Director Dilip Ghosh, ADG (horticultural sciences) VB Patel, along with scientists and staff members of the institute, were present during the meeting. Chouhan, referring to himself as "Vaigyaniko ke mitra aur Kisano ke sevak," commended CCRI for its significant role in advancing citrus research and development in the country. He emphasised the need to strengthen the institute's outreach and collaborative efforts with citrus growers nationwide. Underscoring the importance of citriculture in enhancing farmers' income, he called for the adoption of technology-driven, farmer-centric solutions to address key challenges in citrus cultivation. The minister urged scientists to focus on enhancing productivity, developing export-quality citrus varieties, expanding the production of clean planting material, and promoting value-added utilisation of citrus waste and juice processing. He also encouraged the active participation of scientists in the upcoming nationwide Pre-Kharif Campaign under the "Viksit Bharat Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan," scheduled from 29 May to 12 June 2025. He highlighted that the campaign is aimed at bridging the gap between agricultural scientists and the farming community by addressing grassroots challenges and disseminating innovative technologies to transform Indian agriculture. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Ghosh presented a detailed overview of the institute's recent achievements, ongoing research initiatives, and future strategic roadmap aligned with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047. He highlighted CCRI's pivotal contributions in the development of improved citrus varieties, sustainable production technologies, value addition, and capacity-building programmes for citrus growers. As a token of recognition for excellence in citrus cultivation, five progressive citrus growers from Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh were felicitated by the minister for their outstanding achievements and successful adoption of ICAR-CCRI technologies. The visit concluded with an interactive session where the minister engaged with the scientists to discuss key innovation areas and the future roadmap for the citrus sector in line with the objectives of Viksit Bharat @ 2047. The minister also visited the institute's citrus nursery, appreciating the efforts in producing high-quality disease-free planting material. "The visit of the Hon'ble Minister marked a significant step towards reinforcing the national commitment to agricultural innovation and reaffirmed the crucial role of ICAR-CCRI in transforming the citrus sector in India," Ghosh said.
India Gazette
24-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
"When every state is Viksit, India will be Viksit": PM Modi at NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting
New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Calling for an increase in the speed of development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that if the Centre and all the States come together and work together like Team India, no goal is impossible. The Prime Minister, who chaired the 10th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog, said Viksit Bharat (developed India) is the goal of every Indian and 'when every state is Viksit, then Bharat will be Viksit'. 'This is the aspiration of its 140 crore citizens,' he said. 'We should focus on one goal, to make Bharat Viksit by 2047. We should have the aim of making each State Viksit, each city Viksit, each Nagar Palika Viksit and each village Viksit. If we work on these lines, we will not have to wait till 2047 to become Viksit Bharat,' he said, according to a post on X by Niti Aayog. 'We should work in a manner so that policies implemented bring change in the lives of common citizens. Only when people feel the change, it strengthens the change and transforms the change into a movement. We have a great opportunity as a team to fulfil the aspirations of 140 Crore people,' he added. The Prime Minister said the governments must work towards inclusion of women in work force. 'We must make laws, policies so that they can be respectfully integrated in the workforce,' he added. According to posts by NITI Aayog on X, PM Modi said India is getting rapidly urbanized and the states should move towards future ready cities. 'We should work towards future ready cities. Growth, innovation and sustainability should be the engine for the development of our cities,' he added. He suggested that states should develop at least one tourist destination at par with global standards and by providing all facilities and infrastructure. One State: One Global Destination. 'It would also lead to development of the neighbouring cities as tourist places,' PM Modi said. The theme of meeting was 'Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat@2047'. The meeting provided a platform for the Centre and States and UTs to deliberate on measures to advance the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 and build consensus on how States can be the building blocks for making India a developed nation. Measures for promoting entrepreneurship, enhancing skilling, and creating sustainable employment opportunities across the country were also deliberated in the meeting. (ANI)
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
PM Modi to chair chief ministers' meeting as political stakes rise after Operation Sindoor
In the first major meeting with chief ministers of all states and Union territories after Operation Sindoor , Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the Niti Aayog Governing Council meet on May 24 and a key theme will be to develop an outcome-oriented roadmap for a 'Viksit Rajya' for ' Viksit Bharat ', ET has learnt. Developing a 'collaborative blueprint' with states to 'leverage demographic dividend ' and boost employment and entrepreneurship is also on the agenda for the 10th meet of the Council. The political significance of the convergence of CMs is also considerable given the timing-within a month of the Pahalgam attack and Op Sindoor. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo While the 8th and 9th Governing Council meets in 2023 and 2024 have seen 9-10 chief ministers -- mostly from Opposition-ruled states -- skip the discussions, attendance figures at the 2025 meet will be up for interpretation given the recent backdrop. ET has gathered that confirmations from some of the chief ministers are awaited this time as well. ET Bureau Charcha with CMs The meeting's 'Viksit Rajya' focus is tied up with the national mission of Viksit Bharat@2047 to aim at a self-reliant and prosperous nation by the 100th anniversary of India's independence. Live Events It is expected that the Council deliberations on Saturday will pitch for stronger indigenous development models and capabilities across sectors and across all states, especially given the learnings from Op Sindoor. The high-level meeting will also have on the agenda deliberations around 'Promoting Entrepreneurship, Employment & Skilling - Leveraging the Demographic Dividend', it is gathered. Discussions on the latter will be focussed on six pillars with a strong focus on tier 2 and tier 3 cities across the country. The six pillars include 1) creating an enabling ecosystem for manufacturing boost in Tier 2, 3 cities; 2) Creating an enabling ecosystem for the services sector in tier 2, 3 cities; 3) MSME & informal employment in rural non-farm segments; 4) MSME and informal employment in urban areas; 5) Developing opportunities in green economy and renewable energy and; 6) creating employment and entrepreneurship opportunities in the area of Circular Economy. It is expected that the governing council meeting will help develop a 'collaborative blueprint' for each of identified areas, Niti Aayog is learnt to have indicated in its recent communication to chief ministers. Most of these pillars on leveraging the demographic dividend were also part of the deliberations at the 4th National Conference of Chief Secretaries held in December 2024. Several recommendations from the same have now been prioritised and states are expected to be urged to implement them at the earliest, Niti Aayog has said in its communication. At the December conference, the Centre mooted 'Systematic deregulation' or 'line by line reform' of laws that make it difficult for businesses to 'open, run, grow or exit'. It had particularly pointed to dampeners such as restrictions on increasing women employment, high electricity tariffs and complex land and building zone/construction regulations as key areas that require urgent deregulation. A National Task Force on Deregulation chaired by the Union Cabinet Secretary was also set up thereafter which underlined that the 'external environment' is 'not as benign as before' in this era of 'deglobalisation'. It has identified ten major areas for deregulation on which collaborations have already been initiated with the state governments.
United News of India
22-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Two day training prog on Chemicals, Petrochemicals Industrial Safety begins
Chennai, May 22 (UNI) A two-day residential training program on 'Chemical and Petrochemicals Industrial Safety' was inaugurated by Dr. Sanjeev Gupta, Former Chief Scientist, Central Leather Research Institute here on Thursday. In all 114 participants from 66 Chemical and Petrochemical Industries which were identified as Major Accident Hazard Units (MAH) participated. The Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET) is a premier National Institution functioning under the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, and is an ISO 9001:2015 QMS certified, ISO/IEC 17025, ISO/IEC 17020 accredited premier National Institution fully devoted to Skill Development, Technology Support, Academic and Research (STAR) activities for the growth of Polymer and allied industries in the country. Under the country's action plan of Viksit Bharat@2047, the Department has prioritized strengthening the training required to ensure safety standards in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector. This initiative underscores the Union Government's commitment to ensuring safety, sustainability, and accountability in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector. It reflects a proactive approach toward fostering a secure and environmentally responsible industrial landscape, a PIB release said. The chemicals and petrochemicals industry plays a vital role in the economic growth of the nation. However, it also involves inherent risks, particularly in units handling hazardous substances. Ensuring robust safety protocols and training skilled professionals is essential to protect human lives and safeguard the environment. The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals is committed to enhancing the capabilities of professionals working in high-risk units. Through specialized training programs on chemical safety management, the aim is to equip mid-level management employees with the knowledge and tools necessary to maintain safety and prevent accidents. These professionals play a crucial role in managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and implementing effective risk management strategies. The Department has taken initiatives to impart training on Chemical safety to all the 2393 MAH units across the country and CIPET : IPT - Chennai is conducting the programme today and tomorrow for the benefit of MAH industries across Tamil Nadu. UNI GV 1602
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Urban Affairs Ministry vision forViksit Bharat focuses on providing ‘drink from tap' facilities
Aligning with the Centre's 'Viksit Bharat' vision, the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry has created a blueprint for achieving comprehensive water security and sustainability across the country, with a focus on shifting to 'drink from tap' facilities. The document envisages a 'shift from bottled water and water tankers to providing clean, safe drinking water directly from taps in urban and rural areas by improving water treatment systems and infrastructure for a sustainable, reliable supply'. This will improve water quality and enhance public health by reducing the risk of waterborne diseases and contamination, it said. The Centre's 'Viksit Bharat @2047' initiative envisions India as a developed nation by the centenary of its Independence in 2047. The document, which is part of the Ministry's vision and plan for achieving the goal, focusses on several transformative initiatives like recycling water for agriculture to enhance availability, reduce dependence on freshwater, and support sustainable farming and industrial water reuse. According to the document, which has been submitted to a Parliamentary Standing Committee by the Ministry, the aim is to not only ensure equitable water access but also create a robust infrastructure that supports sustainable water use and management for urban and rural populations. Some of the other plans mentioned are rejuvenation of water bodies; revival of lakes, ponds, and rivers to restore water storage capacity and improve quality; boosting groundwater recharge; recharging shallow aquifers to prevent groundwater depletion and sustain urban water supplies; and restoring traditional wells to strengthen local water resources and reduce external dependence. The vision document also talks about designing cities with permeable surfaces and green infrastructure to absorb rainwater, reduce run off, and enhance groundwater recharge. According to it, the Ministry has plans to target recycling of 10,000 million litres a day (MLD) of water for agriculture, industry, and urban use, reducing pressure on freshwater sources, while encouraging industries to adopt water recycling technologies to promote sustainable operations. An effort would also be made to digitise water infrastructure by integrating advanced technologies like smart meters, sensors, and remote monitoring systems to track water usage, detect leaks, and optimise water distribution. This creates an intelligent, responsive system that can efficiently manage water resources in real time.
