Amid Middle East war-related supply disruptions, govt emphasis on improving logistics ecosystem.
With the West Asia conflict disrupting the global supply chain, the government has given maximum emphasis on improving the logistics ecosystem of the country and its cost, which is estimated to be 7.97 per cent of GDP or approximately Rs 24.01 lakh crore. Officials said India's logistics ecosystem has entered a phase of structural transformation, driven by coordinated policy reforms, institutional realignment, digital platforms and large-scale infrastructure planning.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Facing a ‘crisis’, EU millers seek safeguard duties on rice.
The European Union (EU) may resort to imposing safeguard duties on rice imports, including from India, as it is under pressure from the rice industry that is facing a crisis. Trade organisations, led by the Federation of Rice Millers (FERM), are seeking a review of the trade agreements entered into by the EU and safeguard mechanisms to protect the domestic industry. They say EU rice production is becoming economically unviable, while producers and exporters are facing mounting burdens that are crushing businesses.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Lower maize prices may see Indian farmers switch back to oilseeds, pulses this kharif.
A section of Indian farmers is likely to return to cultivating oilseeds and pulses in the upcoming kharif season as growers have realised lower prices this year. The government is confident that there may be some change in the sowing pattern in the kharif season.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Cultivation and Conservation of Medicinal Plants.
The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Ministry of Ayush is presently implementing 'Central Sector Scheme for Conservation, Development and Sustainable Management of Medicinal Plants' throughout the country including Jammu & Kashmir, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.
Source: pib.gov.in
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan does comprehensive review of the agriculture sector, focusing on crop loss, insurance claims, and timely assistance to farmers.
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday conducted a high-level, comprehensive review of the overall condition of the agriculture sector at Krishi Bhavan in New Delhi. The meeting focused extensively on the potential losses suffered by farmers in several states due to recent incidents of excessive rainfall, heavy showers, hailstorms, and other adverse weather conditions.
Source: pib.gov.in
110th Meeting of Network Planning Group under PM GatiShakti evaluates key Infrastructure projects.
The 110th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) was convened at the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to evaluate infrastructure projects. The meeting focused on enhancing multimodal connectivity and logistics efficiency in alignment with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP). The NPG evaluated 02 Rail projects, 02 Metro projects, 02 Road and Highway projects for their conformity to the PM GatiShakti principles of integrated multimodal infrastructure, last-mile connectivity to economic and social nodes and ‘Whole of Government’ approach. These initiatives are expected to boost logistics efficiency, reduce travel times, and deliver significant socio-economic benefits to the catchment areas of the project.
Source: pib.gov.in
Pulses & Ragi see growth as India records 36.22 lakh hectares under summer crops.
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has released the latest data on summer crop sowing for the 2026 season, revealing an area coverage of 36.22 lakh hectares as of March 13. While the overall coverage shows a slight decrease compared to the 37.25 lakh hectares recorded during the same period last year, specific segments like pulses and nutritious cereals have shown promising growth.
Source: fnbnews.com
India's oilmeal export to China jumps 20-fold to 7.79 lakh tons in 11 months of FY26: SEA.
India's oilmeal exports to China surged over 20-fold to 7.79 lakh tonnes in the first eleven months of this fiscal, following higher demand due to lower prices compared to competitors, according to industry body SEA data. Solvent Extractors' Association of India (SEA), however, said the exports could face a challenge going forward.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Piyush Goyal, Mexico's Economy Secretary discuss boosting India-Mexico trade and investment ties.
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held a virtual meeting with the Mexican Secretary of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard, on Saturday. The discussion focused on deepening the economic ties between the two nations and unlocking new avenues of business opportunities. 'A productive interaction with Mr. Marcelo Ebrard (@M_Ebrard), Secretary of Economy, Mexico. Discussed avenues to deepen India-Mexico economic engagement, boost trade and investment, and promote industry collaboration to unlock new business opportunities in both countries,' Goyal said on X.
Source: aninews.in
India’s green lentil demand remains uncertain.
Analysts are divided on whether India will be a big importer of green lentils this year. The Informist is reporting that the Government of India has sanctioned the procurement of 2.2 million tonnes of pigeon peas under its minimum support price (MSP) program.
Source: producer.com