"In the meeting of the Central Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi, it has been decided to increase the MSP of raw jute by two and a half times to ₹5,925 per quintal. This decision will increase the income of jute farmers and promote the economic empowerment of farmers,"
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the MSP of Raw Jute for Marketing season 2026-27. The MSP of Raw Jute (TD-3 grade) has been fixed at Rs 5,925 per quintal for 2026-27 season.
Most of India's key macroeconomic indicators have remained in a healthy range over the last four decades with notable improvement in recent years, said Poonam Gupta, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a senior secured debt financing package of up to USD 108 million (in Indian rupee equivalent) with Aavas Financiers Limited to expand access to affordable housing loans for lower-income households and business loans for micro, small, and medium-siz
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Although snow-based adventure activities have slowed due to thinning snow cover, visitors continue to arrive and enjoy the scenic landscapes, viewpoints and orchard trails. Local tourism operators, including guides, taxi drivers, hoteliers and horse owners, said this year's snowfall signi
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