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Delhi makes gains in poverty reduction, healthcare, EV Adoption: Report

Report, prepared by the Directorate of Economics and Statistics, shows that multidimensional poverty in the Capital declined from 4.44% in 2015-16 to 3.34% in 2019-21. (Representative photo)
delhi news
Published on Jul 09, 2026 08:18 am IST

Rohtak: Chouhan calls for nationwide shift to sustainable farming

On this occasion, Chouhan and Saini also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of development projects worth approximately ₹125 crore for the Bawal Assembly constituency. (@NayabSainiBJP X)
chandigarh news
Published on Jul 01, 2026 05:30 am IST

Heading to Lucknow during Bada Mangal? Indulge in a bhandara

Ice cream being distributed during a bhandara in Lucknow during the Bada Mangal and (right) saplings were distributed by Repertwahr Foundation during Bada Mangal bhandara
trips tours
Updated on Jun 12, 2026 09:53 am IST

COVID-19 forced vulnerable Indian households into ‘impossible choices’: Study

The study found that circular or recent migrant workers and daily wage-dependent families were among the hardest hit, with limited alternative support systems available. (Representative photo/ HT Photo)
india news
Published on Jun 11, 2026 04:36 pm IST

Government sees surge in subsidies, but no hit to growth

India imports fertilisers in large quantities, with suppliers in West Asia, the Gulf, and North Africa accounting for the bulk — most of it transiting the Strait of Hormuz, now disrupted by the conflict.
india news
Updated on Jun 10, 2026 07:47 am IST

Mapping 12 years of welfare expansion during Modi rule

People register their ration cards with Aadhaar to avail various government schemes.
india news
Published on Jun 10, 2026 07:48 am IST

Looking at nutrition beyond the plate

GDP (Shutterstock)
economy
Published on May 24, 2026 12:44 pm IST

West Asia crisis and cost to farmers, women and youth in India

Strait of Hormuz
international affairs
Published on May 23, 2026 01:21 pm IST

PM Modi receives prestigious FAO Agricola Medal from UN body

Modi said that the honour reflects India's unwavering commitment to food security, sustainable development and the hard work of those associated with the agriculture sector.
india news
Published on May 21, 2026 11:23 am IST

AI at the core of agri transformation

AI
future tech
Published on May 11, 2026 09:27 pm IST

New laws on seeds, pesticides nearly finalised, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan being received by Uttar Pradesh agriculture minister Surya Pratap Shahi in Lucknow on Friday. (PTI PHOTO)
lucknow news
Published on Apr 25, 2026 06:56 am IST

Madhya Pradesh’s wheat procurement target raised to 100 lakh metric tonnes

This move ensures better returns for farmers and strengthens the state's food grain management amidst rising production.
genesis
Published on Apr 24, 2026 11:53 am IST

India’s food security is largely dependent on the Persian Gulf

The Green Revolution was India’s first independence from famines and food shortages. Our second Green Revolution will have to focus on independence from the unpredictable and uncontrollable politics of West Asia. (AFP)
opinion
Published on Apr 24, 2026 08:01 am IST

Stalin, Sitharaman spar over procurement of paddy in Tamil Nadu

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman countered Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin in a post on X. (HT File Photo)
india news
Published on Apr 13, 2026 06:02 pm IST

PAU’s PBW 826 wheat selected for Baisakhi decor at guv’s house

In a symbolic tribute to Punjab’s legacy and its contribution to national food security, PBW 826, a wheat variety developed by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has been selected for display at the governor’s residence during this year’s Baisakhi celebrations. The festivities will feature wheat-based decor instead of conventional floral arrangements. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 11, 2026 05:26 am IST

Union Cabinet clears ₹41K crore for fertiliser subsidy

Union Cabinet clears ₹41K crore for fertiliser subsidy
india news
Published on Apr 09, 2026 07:54 am IST

Cabinet clears Rs41Kcr fertiliser subsidy, boosts support ahead of kharif season

Govt raises fertiliser subsidy by ₹4,317 crore to shield farmers amid West Asia tensions
india news
Updated on Apr 09, 2026 07:31 am IST

Where can one invest in 2026-27?

The long-term growth story of India remains strong; we need to get through the present time by not making hasty money decisions. (Shutterstock)
opinion
Published on Apr 01, 2026 08:49 pm IST

Understanding trends in dietary diversity in India

Food security
public health
Updated on Apr 01, 2026 11:52 am IST

Piyush Goyal urges WTO to restart time-bound reforms, strengthen enforceability

Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal. (X)
india news
Published on Mar 28, 2026 05:50 pm IST

EAM raises concerns of global south at G7 meet

EAM raises concerns of global south at G7 meet
india news
Published on Mar 28, 2026 07:12 am IST

EAM Jaishankar flags Global South concerns at G7 meet in France

Jaishankar highlights Global South concerns at G7 (PTI)
india news
Published on Mar 27, 2026 08:28 pm IST

Modi, Trump discuss West Asia conflict; PM backs secure Strait of Hormuz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on February 25, 2020. (Mohd Zakir/HT FILE PHOTO)
india news
Updated on Mar 25, 2026 09:00 am IST

PM Modi chairs meet on food, fuel, fertiliser security amid West Asia crisis

PM Narendra Modi convened a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) as the conflict sparked by Israel and the US’s attacks on Iran entered its fourth week.
india news
Updated on Mar 23, 2026 06:20 am IST

Hidden costs of US-Israel-Iran conflict

Smoke rises after an Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs
international affairs
Published on Mar 18, 2026 01:09 pm IST

Canada’s Saskatchewan province eyes deeper ties in rare earths, uranium supply

The new pact replaces a five-year agreement from 2015 and is nearly 10 times the value of the previous one. (Saskatchewan website)
india news
Published on Mar 10, 2026 05:51 pm IST

Meri Rasoi scheme: 40 lakh families to get free quarterly food kits

Chief minister Bhagwant Mann speaks during Punjab cabinet meeting in Chandigarh on Monday. (Sourced)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 24, 2026 06:32 am IST

Mutton Club: The social order in Colonial India

The British historically loved mutton due to its central role in the economy, as sheep were initially raised for wool and older animals were consumed after their wool-producing years. (HT)
pune news
Published on Feb 19, 2026 05:14 am IST

Centre must withdraw direction to state on stopping paddy bonus: LDF convener

Centre must withdraw direction to state on stopping paddy bonus: LDF convener
india news
Published on Feb 07, 2026 03:24 pm IST

Month on, unified portal roll out delays ration distribution in Ludhiana district

A senior official said that the disruption is linked to the transition to a new unified portal named “integrated Aadhar enabled supply chain management”. (HT Photo for representation)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 07, 2026 07:16 am IST
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