Union Budget 2025-26: 10 Key Initiatives for Agricultural Growth, Rural Prosperity, and Self-Reliance

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Budget 2025: Govt Launches ‘Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses’ to Increase Production and Farmers' Income. In the Union Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses'. It is a six-year mission with the objective of increasing domestic production of Tur, Urad, and Masoor. Read More

Union Budget 2025: PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana Launched to Boost Farm Productivity in 100 Districts, Benefit 1.7 Crore Farmers. Union Budget 2025-26 introduces key initiatives like the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana to boost agricultural productivity, improve irrigation, and support 1.7 crore farmers. Read More

Union Budget 2025-26: Major Relief for Middle Class, Simplified TDS Rules, and New Slabs to Boost Savings and Growth. The Union Budget 2025-26 brings major tax relief for the middle class, with no income tax on earnings up to Rs 12 lakh under the new regime. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also announced simplified TDS/TCS rules, higher exemptions for senior citizens, and a restructured tax slab to boost savings, investment, and economic growth. Read More

‘Agriculture is the First Engine for India’s Development:’ Budget 2025-26 Prioritizes Agricultural Growth, Farmer Support, and Sustainability. Union Budget 2025-26 focuses on agricultural growth, with initiatives like a Makhana Board, National Mission for High Yielding Seeds, Cotton Productivity Mission, enhanced Kisan Credit Cards, urea plant expansion, and sustainable fisheries development to benefit farmers and boost production. Read More

Dr. U.S. Gautam Retires as Deputy Director General (Agriculture Extension) at ICAR. Dr. U.S. Gautam, a distinguished agricultural scientist retired after over 30 years of impactful work in agricultural extension, research, and education, leaving a lasting legacy in India's agricultural sector. Read More

Agricultural Credit Reaches Rs 19.28 Lakh Crore, Achieves 70% of FY 2024-25 Target in 9 Months. Rs 4.20 lakh crore has been set aside for allied activities like dairy, poultry, sheep and goat rearing, piggery, fisheries, and animal husbandry. This funding aims to support rural businesses and improve agriculture. Read More

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Escorts Kubota Sells 6,669 Tractors in January 2025, Exports Grow by 66%. Escorts Kubota reported 611 export tractor sales in January 2025, registering a 66% growth compared to 368 tractors sold in January 2024. Read More

Mahindra Tractors Sell 26,305 Units in January 2025, Record 15% Domestic Growth. Mahindra & Mahindra’s Farm Equipment Sector reported a 15% growth in domestic tractor sales for January 2025, selling 26,305 units, driven by favorable soil moisture and government support. Read More

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