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    Cabinet Approves Continuation of Schemes of Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan

    The extension of implementation of market intervention scheme with changes will provide remunerative prices to farmers growing perishable horticulture crops. The extension of price...
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    Facing the Future: How Climate Change is Reshaping Agriculture in Pakistan

    As Pakistan braces for an uncertain future, the urgency for innovation and adaptation in agriculture has never been greater. Shaheen Afridi  Agricultural experts in Pakistan predict...
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    Sri Lanka to Launch Blended Financing Facility to Support Smallholder Farmers

    Additionally, the Sri Lanka Banks’ Association has expressed its commitment to supporting the initiative, emphasizing the role of financial institutions in facilitating access to...
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    Agri-business

    APEDA Facilitates Historic Export of Indian Pomegranates to Australia

    In the financial year 2023-24, India exported 72,011 metric tons of pomegranates, valued at USD 69.08 million, to diverse markets including the United Arab...
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    Agri-business

    World Bank’s Latest Report Highlights India’s Economic Growth and Trade Challenges

    The report says that India's rapid economic growth and expansion has had a positive impact on the labour market. Urban unemployment rates, particularly for...
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    Agri-business

    Sri Lanka Faces Rising Child Malnutrition Amid Controversial Import Tax Decisions

    Amid the economic challenges, State Minister for Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya introduced new regulations aimed at addressing corruption in the cereal import sector. Previously, import...
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    Agri-business

    Cabinet Approves Progressive Expansion of ‘Agriculture Infrastructure Fund’

    The expansion in the scope of AIF scheme is poised to further drive the growth, improve productivity, enhance farm incomes and contribute to the...
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    Agriculture

    Seeds of Resilience: Recognizing Women Farmers in India

    Socio-cultural norms and practices further exacerbate the challenges faced by women farmers. In many rural areas, women are often restricted from interacting with men...
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    Bangladesh: Tk 1.3 Trillion in Defaulted Loans Pushes Shariah-Based Banks Toward Crisis

    Bangladesh Bank has confirmed the formation of a task force to evaluate the situation. It is also drafting a new “Bank Resolution Act” that will provide a legal and procedural framework for the proposed mergers and acquisitions.
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    Bangladesh: Tk 1.3 Trillion in Defaulted Loans Pushes Shariah-Based Banks Toward Crisis

    Bangladesh Bank has confirmed the formation of a task force to evaluate the situation. It is also drafting a new “Bank Resolution Act” that will provide a legal and procedural framework for the proposed mergers and acquisitions.
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