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Promote horticulture: U.P. deputy CM Maurya to farmers

Horticulture and food processing would play a vital role in strengthening India’s foundation, said Keshav Prasad Maurya at an event in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya. (HT file)

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Published on Apr 29, 2025 05:18 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

The journey ahead for food processing in India

India’s food processing sector is emblematic of the transformative potential that lies at the intersection of tradition and modernity.

FILE PHOTO: Biscuits pass along a conveyor belt after being baked at the Britannia factory in New Delhi June 3, 2011. The company manufactures and sells biscuits, bread, rusk, cakes and dairy products. REUTERS/Adnan Abidi (REUTERS)

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Published on Sep 16, 2024 08:57 PM IST

ByChirag Paswan

CM, Australian envoy discuss partnerships in agri, allied sectors

Australian high commissioner Philip Green on Wednesday visited Lucknow with a delegation and met with the CM to discuss potential investments in agriculture and allied sectors, a government spokesperson said.

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Updated on Aug 22, 2024 06:18 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Bittu meets Sitharaman, seeks special incentives for Punjab’s border districts

Union minister of state for railways and food processing Ravneet Singh Bittu on Thursday met Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman and sought special incentives for border districts of Punjab on the pattern of Jammu and Kashmir. besides incentives for industry and farmers

Union minister of state for railways and food processing Ravneet Singh Bittu with Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

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Updated on Jul 12, 2024 08:54 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Will discuss Mohali-Rajpura link with railway minister, says Bittu

According to Bittu, a detailed project report will be prepared at the earliest for the Mohali-Rajpura broad-gauge rail link that will make short the trip by 55 km as compared to the present route of Rajpura-Ambala.

The Union minister of state for railways and food processing, Ravneet Singh Bittu, says he will not hesitate to meet the parents of separatist leader Amritpal Singh as he has come to know that “they wanted to convey something” to him.

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Updated on Jun 17, 2024 06:54 AM IST

ByTarsem Singh Deogan, Ludhiana

Bittu fits the bill in BJP’s ‘big’ Punjab game

Ravneet Singh Bittu, a three-time MP, has a political legacy of his grandfather — former CM Beant Singh — who was assassinated in 1995 while in office. Beant Singh is known for his tough stance on terrorism and is credited with wiping out the extremist elements in the state.

BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu greets Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his swearing-in ceremony that took place in Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Sunday. (PTI)

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Published on Jun 10, 2024 10:54 PM IST

ByRavinder Vasudeva, Chandigarh

Swiss cheese, chocolate, watches will soon become cheaper. Know how

India-EFTA trade deal expected to boost manufacturing and services infrastructure, create jobs, and enhance market access for both sides

A Swiss chocolate box is displayed to be sold during 'Festichoc' chocolate festival in Versoix near Geneva.(AFP)

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Updated on May 26, 2024 03:56 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Exporting agricultural products gives economic strength to farmers, says U.P. agriculture minister

Surya Pratap Shahi, said that the country has achieved self-reliance in food production and is also exporting agricultural products, contributing to the economic strength of farmers.

UP Agriculture minister Surya Pratap Shahi. (HT File)

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Published on Feb 03, 2024 09:16 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Varanasi

Ludhiana: PAU holds camps on mushroom cultivation, bakery, nutrition garden

The trainings were conducted with an objective to sensitise the Scheduled Caste community regarding the benefits of nutrition garden and mushroom cultivation that enhanced dietary diversity by providing micronutrients through constant supply of fruits and vegetables

PAU holds camps on mushroom cultivation, bakery, nutrition garden . (HT)

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Updated on Dec 16, 2023 05:08 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

First edition of UP International Trade Show set to be inaugurated by President

Additionally, the event promises engaging sessions, including one featuring the renowned Mumbai Dabbawala service, officials said

The five-day event will unfold at the India Expo Mart in Knowledge Park, Greater Noida, and is jointly organized by the UP Government and India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML). (Representative Image)

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Published on Sep 21, 2023 12:11 AM IST

ByAshni Dhaor

UPITS to showcase U.P’s prosperity; President to launch Gr Noida event today

Various state departments will display the state’s potential and development roadmap through their stalls and will also conduct informative sessions on various business activities.

The International Trade Show will have business hours from 11 am to 3 pm (HT Photo)

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Published on Sep 20, 2023 08:51 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

India, Thailand discuss linking UPI with Prompt Pay Service: Report

Both sides emphasised the need for identifying new potential products and priority sectors for expanding the bilateral trade.

The issues were discussed during the 13th meeting of the India-Thailand Joint Trade Committee. (Representative)

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Published on Apr 20, 2023 10:56 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Yagya Sharma

India and Thailand consider expanding trade basket, address export issues

The meeting of the India-Thailand Joint Trade Committee was co-chaired by Thailand’s DG of department of trade negotiations Auramon Supthaweethum and commerce ministry’s joint secretary Indu C Nair.

The meeting on Thursday was the first physical meeting of the JTC, which was revived in 2020 after a gap of 17 years. (Twitter/DoC_GoI)

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Updated on Apr 20, 2023 09:52 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Punjab: 12 IAS officers transferred, Sarvjit Singh is ACS, sports

The Punjab government has transferred 12 IAS officers, one IFS officer, and one PCS officer. Ajoy Sharma, a 1999-batch IAS officer, and Alaknanda Dayal, a 2000-batch IAS officer, are still awaiting posting. The transfers include the appointment of Sarvjit Singh as ACS for sports and youth services, and Raji P Srivastava as ACS for social security, women and child development.

The government has, however, not given any posting to 1999-batch IAS officer Ajoy Sharma.

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Updated on Apr 14, 2023 12:40 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Tripura to develop green hydrogen-based energy sector, says CM Manik Saha

Tripura chief minister Manik Saha said the state will soon become the gateway for South-East Asia with the opening of new air, water and rail connectivity

Tripura chief minister Manik Saha at an exhibition organised as part of G20 meeting in Agartala on Monday. (PTI)

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Updated on Apr 04, 2023 10:07 AM IST

ByPriyanka Deb Barman

CM Naveen Patnaik to visit Japan seeking investment for Odisha

As per the chief minister’s schedule, he is expected to attend a business meeting and some other programmes in Tokyo on April 5. In Tokyo, he would stay for two days and from there he will leave for Osaka where he will attend different programmes, business and official meetings

Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik (PTI Photo)

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Updated on Mar 31, 2023 09:00 PM IST

ByDebabrata Mohanty

World food prices hit 10-year peak in 2021

Jumping 28% over 2021, world food prices witness a steep hike.

With the exception of dairy products, prices for all categories in the food price index eased in December, with vegetable oils and sugar falling significantly, the agency said.

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Published on Jan 06, 2022 02:50 PM IST

Reuters | , Paris

It is time to transform the agriculture sector: Sanjiv Puri

Last month, the government had announced a ₹20-trillion package to support the economic recovery after business activity stalled for months, as India imposed a strict lockdown to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Sanjiv Puri said more competitive value chains in the farm sector and investments in food processing will ensure enormous job opportunities. Photo:Pradeep Gaur/Mint

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Published on Jun 03, 2020 04:27 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySuneera Tandon

CM delaying food park on purpose: Harsimrat

The project has been moving at a snail’s pace since it was sanctioned in 2015 because of the lackadaisical attitude of the Punjab government, says Union minister.

Harsimrat Kaur Badal, Union minister of food processing, interacting with SAD leader Maheshinder Singh Grewal at the inauguration of two food processing units at Mega Food Park in Laddowal, Ludhiana on Monday.(HARSIMAR PAL SINGH/HT)

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Updated on Feb 24, 2020 11:28 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Ludhiana | ByHT Correspondent, Ladhowal (ludhiana)

HP promoting small businesses through CM’s startup scheme: Govt

State government is laying special emphasis on development of industry, especially micro and small enterprises through chief minister’s startup scheme (CMSS), a government spokesman said on Sunday. He said the government is providing facility of hand holding and mentorship to innovative enterprises from the initial stage to setting up of the industry, he said.

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Published on Feb 16, 2020 10:02 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Shimla | ByHT Correspondent, Shimla

MSME policy a big draw for investors in Mohali

Since the launch of the revised industrial policy, as many as 134 units have registered themselves for starting business here, which is expected to bring ₹300 crore in investments

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Updated on Jan 23, 2020 12:30 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Mohali | ByHT Correspondent, Mohali

PM Modi to flag off 1st batch of Kartarpur pilgrims on Nov 9

Union minister for food processing, Harsimrat Kaur Badal announced on Thursday that the PM will also visit Sultanpur Lodhi, another important city in the life of the first Sikh guru to take part in a function organised by SGPC.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the integrated check post (ICP) in Kartarpur Sahib on November 9(ANI Photo)

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Updated on Sep 27, 2019 06:11 AM IST

Chandigarh | ByGurpreet Singh Nibber

Chhattisgarh govt to reduce land allotment rates in industrial areas by 30%

Bhupesh Baghel, while speaking at an event organised by Chhattisgarh Chamber of Commerce and Industry in capital Raipur, said that a new policy in this regard will be formulated in next two months.

Baghel said that land allotment rates in industrial areas would be reduced by 30% and lease rent rate would be reduced from 3% to 2%.(PTI FILE)

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Published on Sep 07, 2019 11:58 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Raipur | ByRitesh Mishra

IFFCO cuts complex fertilisers rate by ₹50 per bag; DAP to cost ₹1,250/bag now

The price of DAP (di-ammonium phosphate) has been reduced to ₹1,250 per bag (of 50 kg) from ₹1,300 earlier. Similarly, the rate of NPK 1 has come down to ₹1,200 from ₹1,250 per bag, while NPK 2 rate will now be ₹1,210 from ₹1,260 per bag.

Fertiliser major IFFCO on Thursday reduced the price of its complex fertilisers, including DAP, by <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50 per bag as part of efforts to bring down farmers’ input cost. (Representative Image)(AP)

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Updated on Aug 15, 2019 01:29 PM IST

New Delhi | ByPress Trust of India

Up next: ₹1 lakh-crore economic boost plan

An announcement on this is imminent, added the officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, and may even be made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the next couple of days.

The aim of the package being put together is to integrate the economies of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh with that of mainstream India.(Bloomberg)

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Updated on Jun 11, 2020 07:14 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByRajeev Jayaswal

The farmers’ budget must be approached holistically

Replace ad-hoc policies with goals which have empathy for farmers and foresight

The Central government is reportedly planning a big boost for the rural and farm economy in its first budget(Mujeeb Faruqui/HT Photo)

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Updated on Jun 20, 2019 07:39 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByHT Correspondent

To create jobs, an industrial policy focused on labour-intensive industries is key

These sectors deserve consistent support over time to compete internationally since India is lagging behind

Manufacturing contributed in 2017 only about 16% to India’s GDP, stagnating since economic reforms began in 1991(Getty Images/iStockphoto)

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Updated on May 27, 2019 07:37 PM IST

BySantosh Mehrotra

Science is universal, but tech must be local, says PM Narendra Modi

Our scientists must commit themselves to addressing problems of affordable healthcare, housing, clean air, water and energy, agricultural productivity and food processing, Modi said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the inauguration of 106th Indian Science Congress at Lovely Professional University near Jalandhar, Punjab on January 3.(Ravi Kumar/HT File Photo)

india news

Updated on Jan 04, 2019 07:39 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Phagwara | ByAnonna Dutt

Madhya Pradesh elections 2018: BJP promises jobs, bonus for farmers, scooty for girls

The BJP, ruling the state since 2003, is seeking to retain power against the backdrop of widespread farmers’ protests last year for better support prices and a loan waiver.

The BJP released its manifesto for the Madhya Pradesh polls, including a separate document for women on Saturday.(PTI)

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Updated on Nov 17, 2018 07:39 PM IST

Raipur | ByPress Trust of India

PM Modi to unveil several projects in Gujarat tomorrow

The Prime Minister will also inaugurate Anand Agricultural University’s incubation centre-cum-centre of excellence in food processing, and a solar cooperative society at Mujhkuva village.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Tribhuvan International Airport to attend the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) summit in Kathmandu, Nepal August 30, 2018.(Reuters)

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Updated on Sep 29, 2018 10:49 PM IST

Indo Asian News Service, New Delhi | ByIndo Asian News Service

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Horticulture and food processing would play a vital role in strengthening India’s foundation, said Keshav Prasad Maurya at an event in Lucknow

India’s food processing sector is emblematic of the transformative potential that lies at the intersection of tradition and modernity.

Australian high commissioner Philip Green on Wednesday visited Lucknow with a delegation and met with the CM to discuss potential investments in agriculture and allied sectors, a government spokesperson said.

Union minister of state for railways and food processing Ravneet Singh Bittu on Thursday met Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman and sought special incentives for border districts of Punjab on the pattern of Jammu and Kashmir. besides incentives for industry and farmers

According to Bittu, a detailed project report will be prepared at the earliest for the Mohali-Rajpura broad-gauge rail link that will make short the trip by 55 km as compared to the present route of Rajpura-Ambala.

Ravneet Singh Bittu, a three-time MP, has a political legacy of his grandfather — former CM Beant Singh — who was assassinated in 1995 while in office. Beant Singh is known for his tough stance on terrorism and is credited with wiping out the extremist elements in the state.

India-EFTA trade deal expected to boost manufacturing and services infrastructure, create jobs, and enhance market access for both sides

Surya Pratap Shahi, said that the country has achieved self-reliance in food production and is also exporting agricultural products, contributing to the economic strength of farmers.

The trainings were conducted with an objective to sensitise the Scheduled Caste community regarding the benefits of nutrition garden and mushroom cultivation that enhanced dietary diversity by providing micronutrients through constant supply of fruits and vegetables

Additionally, the event promises engaging sessions, including one featuring the renowned Mumbai Dabbawala service, officials said

Various state departments will display the state’s potential and development roadmap through their stalls and will also conduct informative sessions on various business activities.

Both sides emphasised the need for identifying new potential products and priority sectors for expanding the bilateral trade.

The meeting of the India-Thailand Joint Trade Committee was co-chaired by Thailand’s DG of department of trade negotiations Auramon Supthaweethum and commerce ministry’s joint secretary Indu C Nair.

Tripura chief minister Manik Saha said the state will soon become the gateway for South-East Asia with the opening of new air, water and rail connectivity

As per the chief minister’s schedule, he is expected to attend a business meeting and some other programmes in Tokyo on April 5. In Tokyo, he would stay for two days and from there he will leave for Osaka where he will attend different programmes, business and official meetings

Jumping 28% over 2021, world food prices witness a steep hike.

Last month, the government had announced a ₹20-trillion package to support the economic recovery after business activity stalled for months, as India imposed a strict lockdown to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

The project has been moving at a snail’s pace since it was sanctioned in 2015 because of the lackadaisical attitude of the Punjab government, says Union minister.

Since the launch of the revised industrial policy, as many as 134 units have registered themselves for starting business here, which is expected to bring ₹300 crore in investments

Union minister for food processing, Harsimrat Kaur Badal announced on Thursday that the PM will also visit Sultanpur Lodhi, another important city in the life of the first Sikh guru to take part in a function organised by SGPC.

Bhupesh Baghel, while speaking at an event organised by Chhattisgarh Chamber of Commerce and Industry in capital Raipur, said that a new policy in this regard will be formulated in next two months.

The price of DAP (di-ammonium phosphate) has been reduced to ₹1,250 per bag (of 50 kg) from ₹1,300 earlier. Similarly, the rate of NPK 1 has come down to ₹1,200 from ₹1,250 per bag, while NPK 2 rate will now be ₹1,210 from ₹1,260 per bag.

An announcement on this is imminent, added the officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, and may even be made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the next couple of days.

Replace ad-hoc policies with goals which have empathy for farmers and foresight

These sectors deserve consistent support over time to compete internationally since India is lagging behind

Our scientists must commit themselves to addressing problems of affordable healthcare, housing, clean air, water and energy, agricultural productivity and food processing, Modi said.

The BJP, ruling the state since 2003, is seeking to retain power against the backdrop of widespread farmers’ protests last year for better support prices and a loan waiver.

The Prime Minister will also inaugurate Anand Agricultural University’s incubation centre-cum-centre of excellence in food processing, and a solar cooperative society at Mujhkuva village.

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