Ayurvedic literature uses several words connected with rice. Vrihi and Shali refer to classes of rice, Dhanya may indicate the harvested grain or paddy, Tandula refers to the dehusked rice grain ready for cooking, and Odana refers to cooked rice. These distinctions reveal the depth with which Ayurveda examined rice from cultivation to digestion.
Industry revenue is expected to rise from ₹7.56 lakh crore in FY26 to ₹11.87 lakh crore by FY30. Annual growth is estimated at 7% in FY27, 12% in FY28 and 10% in FY29, while EBITDA could increase at a faster CAGR of 15%.
The National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources recognises Rathi as a distinct Indian cattle breed originating in Rajasthan, while the National Dairy Development Board classifies it primarily as a milch breed. Its recognised home tract includes Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar and Jaisalmer districts, with a particularly strong concentration around Lunkaransar in Bikaner. Rathi cattle are also reared in Hanumangarh and adjoining parts of north-western Rajasthan.
For much of the year, the Bengal Florican remains hidden among tall grasses. During the breeding season, however, the male transforms the quiet grassland into a dramatic stage. He rises above the vegetation in a sudden display flight, revealing bright white wings against a glossy black body before descending into his territory. This unforgettable performance has made the bird one of the most celebrated symbols of the Terai and Brahmaputra floodplain ecosystems.
Meghwal described the discussions as productive and said India was continuing to pursue transformative legal reforms while broadening its international legal partnerships. The meeting reflects the growing importance both countries attach to creating reliable, efficient and internationally trusted systems for resolving commercial disputes.
The digital identification system is designed to provide farmers with a unified identity that can be connected with government schemes, agricultural records and support services. States are using Farmer IDs to simplify registrations and benefit delivery under programmes such as the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and Minimum Support Price-based procurement.
Implemented by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, the initiative seeks to select, brand and promote at least one product from every district. Products are chosen by the respective State and Union Territory governments based on local resources, skills, heritage and production strengths.
The discussions were held during the latest round of India–Tanzania Foreign Office Consultations in Dar es Salaam on July 22, 2026. The meeting was co-chaired by Janesh Kain, Joint Secretary for East and Southern Africa in India’s Ministry of External Affairs, and Felister Rugambwa, Director of the Asia and Australasia Department in Tanzania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation.
The achievement comes more than 28 years after the Archaeological Survey of India submitted Sarnath to UNESCO’s Tentative List on July 3, 1998. The long journey from tentative recognition to full inscription involved archaeological documentation, conservation planning, preparation of the nomination dossier and evaluation of the site’s historical significance, authenticity and long-term protection arrangements.
The latest figures were presented in a written reply to the Lok Sabha by Minister of State for Jal Shakti Raj Bhushan Choudhary on July 23, 2026. According to the reply, the monitored lakes are located across the Himalayan river basins associated with Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh, along with the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
