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BRICS Indore Declaration 2026: Four Priorities and Four New Initiatives for Global Agriculture

Jun 15, 2026

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The BRICS Indore Declaration was adopted on 15 June 2026 with four priorities: farmers, food security, climate and technology. Four new initiatives include Centres of Excellence on Agro-Ecology, Digital Agriculture Network, Global Forum on Farmers’ Rights, and BRICS AgriN. India also proposed a BRICS Urban Research and Knowledge Network.

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Jharkhand’s Pride: Bhagaiya Silk, Munda Jewellery and Bamboo Craft Get GI Tag

Jun 15, 2026

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Four traditional products from Jharkhand – Bhagaiya silk, Kuchai silk, Munda jewellery, and bamboo craft – have received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition protects their unique identity, helps artisans get better prices, and promotes rural development. NABARD played a key role in securing the GI status.

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UP Launches Portal for Teachers’ Cashless Medical Scheme: ₹5 Lakh Cover

Jun 15, 2026

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The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a dedicated registration portal for the Chief Minister’s cashless medical scheme for teachers and their dependents. The scheme covers about 11.95 lakh basic education teachers and 2.97 lakh secondary education staff. Beneficiaries can get cashless treatment up to ₹5 lakh at empanelled hospitals.

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NPPA: India’s Drug Price Regulator – Functions, Powers and Recent Actions

Jun 15, 2026

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The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) is India’s independent drug price regulator, established in 1997. It ensures availability and affordability of essential medicines. In June 2026, NPPA raised ceiling prices of two key cancer drugs by 50% to tackle shortages caused by soaring raw material costs, invoking special public interest provisions.

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FSSAI Cracks Down on Misleading Food Labels: ‘Healthy’, ‘Zero Maida’ Claims Under Scanner

Jun 15, 2026

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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to food companies for using misleading claims like “healthy”, “zero maida”, “true vitamin”, and “plant-based vegan” on packaged foods. The regulator warns that such terms often mislead consumers and violate food labelling laws. Organic claims without certification are also under scrutiny.

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