A new survey highlights the devastating impact of climate change on Indian marginal farmers, revealing significant crop losses, income reductions, and livelihood shifts. The study, conducted by the Development Intelligence Unit (DIU) and Forum of Enterprises for Equitable Development (FEED), surveyed 6,615 marginal farmers across 21 states and union territories, painting a stark picture of the challenges they face.
Reliance Jio, led by India’s richest man Mukesh Ambani, has deposited the highest earnest money of Rs 3,000 crore for the 5G spectrum auction, indicating their ambitious plans to expand their high-speed internet network across the country, including rural areas. The auction, which began on Tuesday, involves the sale of airwaves worth Rs 96,317.65 crore for over 10,500 Mhz mobile services, attracting bids from major telecom operators like Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea.
India’s junior badminton team is set to compete in the Badminton Asia Junior Championships 2024 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The team, led by Tanvi Sharma and other rising stars, will aim for a podium finish. The squad has undergone intensive training and will face strong competition, including the host nation Indonesia. The individual championship will follow the team event. Meanwhile, Indian squash players have begun their campaigns at the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships in Islamabad.
The southwest monsoon, which had stalled after reaching Mumbai, is expected to regain momentum in the next few days, bringing much-needed relief to India’s agriculture sector. While the monsoon arrived ahead of schedule in Kerala, its slow progress has caused concerns for farmers and highlighted the importance of timely rainfall for crop production and economic stability.
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has unveiled the revised schedule for the Women’s Asia Cup 2024, set to take place in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, from July 19 to 28. The tournament will see eight teams, including India, Pakistan, and the semifinalists of the Women’s Premier Cup 2024, compete for the title.
After a year of strategic planning and consistent performance, India’s men and women archery teams have qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics after a 12-year absence. This achievement comes through a combined effort of individual and team performances in various international events, including the World Cup Stages and Asian Games, where they accumulated crucial ranking points.
Australia’s fast bowler Josh Hazlewood believes the team doesn’t need a major overhaul despite their disappointing T20 World Cup performance, highlighting the experience within the squad. He attributes the team’s recent struggles to poor fielding, particularly the crucial dropped catches in the loss to India, which he believes was influenced by windy conditions.
Indian racing driver Kush Maini delivered a strong performance at the Spanish Grand Prix, securing second place in the sprint race on Saturday. Despite a challenging start, Maini climbed through the ranks and capitalized on a penalty for his rival to clinch the podium spot.
Britannia Industries, a household name in India and globally, has announced the closure of its iconic biscuit facility in Kolkata. This news comes as a significant development for the company, which has a rich history dating back to pre-independence India. We delve into the journey of Britannia, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a major food conglomerate.
The Indian government has amended its leave rules to grant 180 days of maternity leave to women government employees who have children born through surrogacy. The amendment also provides 15 days of paternity leave to the commissioning father. This change provides significant relief to commissioning mothers and addresses a long-standing gap in the leave policy.
