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    $200 Million World Bank Support for Kerala Farmers and Agribusinesses

    The KERA project will focus on building climate resilience in Kerala’s agricultural value chains by helping farmers transition to climate-smart practices.
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    Agriculture policy

    World Told Act Now or Face 136 Years of Hunger, Report Warns

    Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia are the regions most affected by hunger. According to the GHI, about 22 countries in Africa are facing serious...
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    Agriculture policy

    Global Family Farming Forum Highlights Farmers’ Role in Combating Hunger

    The Global Family Farming Forum not only serves as a call to action but also as a reminder of the critical role that family...
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    Agriculture policy

    PM-Kisan Scheme Reaches Milestone with Over 2.22 Lakh Crore Disbursed to Farmers

    Farmers are encouraged to ensure their registration is up-to-date to receive timely benefits under this programme. As the scheme progresses, authorities aim to reach...
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    Agriculture policy

    Shivraj Singh Chouhan Initiates Dialogue with Farmers to Address Key Issues

    The discussion focused on a range of crucial topics, including reducing agricultural costs, ensuring profitable pricing, safeguarding crops from water-logging, and improving the availability...
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    Agri-technology

    Rising Temperatures Devastate Agricultural Eden of India’s Kashmir Region

    Nearly 60 per cent of Kashmir's agriculture relies on rainwater for irrigation, but this year the rainfall has been poor and the heat tremendous....
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    Agri-business

    Sri Lanka’s New President Revives Subsidy Schemes for Farmers and Fishermen

    Dissanayake also announced a fuel subsidy for the fishing community, applicable to both multi-day and one-day vessels, ensuring that support extends to vital sectors...
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    Agri-technology

    Government Marks 100 Days of Progress in Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare

    Starting in October, the government will introduce the modern kisan chaupal – lab to land program, which will facilitate direct interactions between scientists and...
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    NABARD Boosts Rural Heritage: 28 New GI Tags Take Total to 176

    As India celebrates its rich diversity, NABARD’s push for GI registrations not only safeguards centuries-old traditions but also fuels economic empowerment in rural heartlands, turning cultural assets into sustainable livelihoods.
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    Nepal’s Recurring Credit Booms: A Pattern of Boom and Bust

    International lessons, from global financial crises to regional experiences, highlight that unmanaged credit booms rarely end well.
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    Bangladesh Seeks Three-Year LDC Grace Period to Implement Sweeping Banking and Tax Overhauls

    Bangladesh’s economy faces headwinds including inflation, weak private investment, and global uncertainties.

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    NABARD Boosts Rural Heritage: 28 New GI Tags Take Total to 176

    As India celebrates its rich diversity, NABARD’s push for GI registrations not only safeguards centuries-old traditions but also fuels economic empowerment in rural heartlands, turning cultural assets into sustainable livelihoods.
    COVID-19

    Nepal’s Recurring Credit Booms: A Pattern of Boom and Bust

    International lessons, from global financial crises to regional experiences, highlight that unmanaged credit booms rarely end well.
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