# agriculture policy (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover agriculture policy. Page: Feed: --- ## [Meta Settlement Intensifies Global Push to Curb Social Media Harm](https://uniquetimes.org/meta-settlement-intensifies-global-push-to-curb-social-media-harm/) _2026-08-27 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Meta’s agreement to pay up to $18 billion over a decade to settle claims by nearly all U.S. states over alleged harm to teenagers is adding momentum to a growing global campaign to protect children online. The deal includes new restrictions on Facebook and Instagram, including a default two-hour daily limit for users under 18. \[…\] ## [Nestlé Seeks Industry Consultation on India’s Food Labelling Rules](https://uniquetimes.org/nestle-seeks-industry-consultation-on-indias-food-labelling-rules/) _2026-08-27 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Nestlé has called for India to consult food manufacturers while developing front-of-pack health labelling rules, saying industry participation could help ensure the regulations are based on scientific evidence. CEO Philipp Navratil said the company supports front-of-pack labels for products high in sugar, salt and fat, but believes manufacturers should be part of the discussion. The \[…\] ## [India’s Nuclear Expansion Faces Hurdles Over Foreign Reactor Rules](https://uniquetimes.org/indias-nuclear-expansion-faces-hurdles-over-foreign-reactor-rules/) _2026-08-27 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ India’s ambitious plan to expand nuclear power could face delays after proposed regulations introduced additional approval requirements for foreign reactor technologies. Experts warn the framework could discourage international investment and limit access to newer reactor designs, despite last year’s landmark law opening the nuclear sector to private companies. India aims to increase nuclear… ## [Flash Flood Disaster in Nepal and Tibet Leaves Scores Dead, Hundreds Missing](https://uniquetimes.org/flash-flood-disaster-in-nepal-and-tibet-leaves-scores-dead-hundreds-missing/) _2026-08-27 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ A catastrophic flash flood swept through parts of Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday after a collapse of ice, rock and mud sent a massive surge through Himalayan valleys. Nepalese authorities said the death toll could rise beyond 270, while more than 1,000 people remained missing across the two regions, including hundreds of foreign travellers and \[…\] ## [Harini Anand to Represent India at Miss Asia Global 2026](https://uniquetimes.org/harini-anand-to-represent-india-at-miss-asia-global-2026/) _2026-08-27 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Karnataka’s Harini Anand has been crowned Miss Asia Global India 2026 and will represent India at the prestigious Miss Asia Global 2026 pageant, scheduled to be held in Penang, Malaysia, in October. Harini was crowned at a ceremony held at SAJ Earth Resort, Kochi, by Dr. Ajit Ravi, Chairman of Pegasus, along with MD Pegasus \[…\] ## [Medicover India Hospitals Target Profitability in 18 Months](https://uniquetimes.org/medicover-india-hospitals-target-profitability-in-18-months/) _2026-08-27 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Swedish healthcare provider Medicover expects all 25 of its hospitals in India to become profitable within the next 18 months, supported by improving occupancy and growing demand for specialised healthcare. Currently, 19 hospitals in its network are profitable, while the company aims to increase its core profit margin from 14% to 20–25% over the next \[…\] ## [Godrej Industries Group to Invest $2 Billion in Haryana](https://uniquetimes.org/godrej-industries-group-to-invest-2-billion-in-haryana/) _2026-08-24 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Godrej Industries Group has signed an agreement with the Haryana government to invest ₹200 billion ($2.09 billion) in the state. The investment is expected to expand the group’s presence in Haryana and create around 40,000 jobs. The group, which operates across consumer goods, real estate and financial services, has already invested about ₹120 billion in \[…\] ## [India Sugar Rally Driven by Speculation, Not Shortage](https://uniquetimes.org/india-sugar-rally-driven-by-speculation-not-shortage/) _2026-08-24 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ India has enough sugar stocks to meet increased festival-season demand, with the recent surge in prices being driven mainly by speculative buying rather than an actual supply shortage, according to the head of the Indian Sugar Mills Association. Sugar prices have risen more than 40% in two months to a record high. The government recently \[…\] ## [Tamil Nadu Drops ₹274-Billion Chennai Second Airport Plan](https://uniquetimes.org/tamil-nadu-drops-%e2%82%b9274-billion-chennai-second-airport-plan/) _2026-08-24 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has announced that the state will drop plans to build a second airport at Parandur near Chennai, a project estimated to cost ₹274 billion ($2.86 billion). The proposal had received civil aviation clearance but faced strong opposition from farmers over its impact on agricultural land. The government is now \[…\] ## [Gold Climbs to 3-Month High Ahead of US Inflation Data](https://uniquetimes.org/gold-climbs-to-3-month-high-ahead-of-us-inflation-data/) _2026-08-24 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Gold prices rose to their highest level in more than three months on Monday, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and growing investor focus on the outlook for interest rates. Spot gold gained 0.8% to $4,641.27 an ounce after touching its highest level since May 15, while U.S. gold futures rose 0.4% to $4,697.70. Markets \[…\] ## [Ship everywhere from one CLI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/g8CxVn8va1hV) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ One codebase, hosted runners, encrypted credentials, and automated submissions across stores ## [Rupee Set to Stay Rangebound as Inflows Offset Month-End Pressure](https://uniquetimes.org/rupee-set-to-stay-rangebound-as-inflows-offset-month-end-pressure/) _2026-08-24 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ The Indian rupee is expected to remain largely rangebound this week as strong capital inflows and measures supporting the country’s balance of payments provide a cushion against month-end demand for dollars. The rupee closed at 95.6950 per dollar on Friday, down around 0.3% for the week, with intervention by the Reserve Bank of India helping \[…\] ## [India Orders Google to Remove Firebase Accounts Amid Scam Concerns](https://uniquetimes.org/india-orders-google-to-remove-firebase-accounts-amid-scam-concerns/) _2026-08-21 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ India has directed Google to shut down hundreds of accounts on its Firebase platform after authorities identified a pattern of scammers using the service to impersonate major banks and steal sensitive financial information. The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) issued at least three notices to Google in August, seeking the removal of 57 websites \[…\] ## [Colgate-Palmolive India Names Kenvue India Head as New CEO](https://uniquetimes.org/colgate-palmolive-india-names-kenvue-india-head-as-new-ceo/) _2026-08-21 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Colgate-Palmolive India has appointed Kenvue executive Manish Anandani as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 28. Anandani, who most recently led Kenvue’s India and South Asia operations, will take charge as the company looks to strengthen growth through premium products and e-commerce. Anandani brings extensive experience in the consumer goods sector, \[…\] ## [India’s Top Court Forms Panel to Probe Violence During Youth Protests](https://uniquetimes.org/indias-top-court-forms-panel-to-probe-violence-during-youth-protests/) _2026-08-21 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ India’s Supreme Court on Thursday formed a panel to investigate allegations of excessive police force and attacks on security personnel during youth-led protests over a medical entrance exam paper leak. The demonstrations, which began in New Delhi and spread to other cities, saw clashes between protesters and security forces as thousands attempted to march towards \[…\] ## [Government Tightens SIM Card Limits Across India](https://uniquetimes.org/government-tightens-sim-card-limits-across-india/) _2026-08-21 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has directed telecom operators to strictly enforce the existing limit on the number of mobile connections an individual can hold. From August 24, 2026, operators must identify customers who have already reached the permitted limit and prevent them from obtaining additional SIM cards. Customers are also required to declare all \[…\] ## [AI Reshapes India’s IT Services Industry](https://uniquetimes.org/ai-reshapes-indias-it-services-industry/) _2026-08-21 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing India’s $315-billion IT services industry, pushing major outsourcing companies to rethink how they price and structure contracts. Firms such as TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech and Cognizant are increasingly shifting from traditional billable-hour models to contracts tied to measurable business outcomes. Clients are demanding lower costs, faster delivery and… ## [India Considers Low-Cost Loans for Renewable Projects Hit by Power Curbs](https://uniquetimes.org/india-considers-low-cost-loans-for-renewable-projects-hit-by-power-curbs/) _2026-08-20 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ India is considering offering low-cost, long-term loans to renewable energy producers to compensate for losses caused by inadequate transmission infrastructure, four industry sources said. The power ministry is discussing loans with tenures of seven to eight years as renewable projects in states such as Rajasthan and Gujarat face restrictions on sending electricity to the national \[…\] ## [Swiggy Plans Instamart Model Shift to Boost Margins](https://uniquetimes.org/swiggy-plans-instamart-model-shift-to-boost-margins/) _2026-08-20 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Swiggy’s quick-commerce arm Instamart is preparing to shift from a marketplace model to an inventory-led model, following shareholder approval that gives the company Indian-owned and controlled status. The move could allow Instamart to hold inventory directly and compete more closely with market leader Blinkit in India’s rapidly growing quick-commerce sector. Swiggy expects the transition to \[…\] ## [India Bars Niva Bupa From Opening New Branches for Six Months](https://uniquetimes.org/india-bars-niva-bupa-from-opening-new-branches-for-six-months/) _2026-08-20 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ India’s insurance regulator has barred Niva Bupa Health Insurance from opening new places of business for six months after the insurer breached prescribed limits on management expenses during the 2024-25 financial year. The expenses include operating costs and commissions paid to agents and distributors. Niva Bupa, backed by UK-based healthcare group Bupa, said it complied \[…\] ## [GLOBAL TECH MAJORS BACK KERALA CYBER SURAKSHA SUMMIT 2026](https://uniquetimes.org/global-tech-majors-back-kerala-cyber-suraksha-summit-2026/) _2026-08-20 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Oracle, AWS, Google, Microsoft, Cisco and Zscaler join forces to support major cybersecurity leadership summit in Kochi Kerala is set to make a significant mark on India’s cybersecurity landscape as some of the world’s biggest technology companies come together to support the Kerala Cyber Suraksha Summit (KCSS) 2026, to be held on September 5 at \[…\] ## [Watch chovy live code (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tMV17EPckyLM) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Join Mosh Coding streams with collaborative screen sharing and remote control, open source. ## [Aditya Birla Capital Enters Gold Loan Market, Aims for 1,000 Branches](https://uniquetimes.org/aditya-birla-capital-enters-gold-loan-market-aims-for-1000-branches/) _2026-08-20 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Aditya Birla Capital has officially entered India’s gold loan market with plans to open nearly 1,000 dedicated branches over the next three years to expand its secured lending business. As part of its initial rollout, the company’s non-banking financial division aims to establish 200 to 300 gold loan branches across high-potential regions by March 2027. \[…\] ## [India Tightens Sugar Stock Limits on Bulk Consumers to Tame Record Prices](https://uniquetimes.org/india-tightens-sugar-stock-limits-on-bulk-consumers-to-tame-record-prices/) _2026-08-20 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ To control soaring domestic sugar prices, India has imposed strict inventory limits on large-scale commercial users. Under a government order taking effect September 1 through November 30, bulk consumers using over 10 metric tons of sugar per month are prohibited from holding more than 15 days of inventory. This follows a previous measure capping dealer \[…\] ## [SpiceJet Bankruptcy Petitions to Be Reheard in Fresh Setback for Lessors](https://uniquetimes.org/spicejet-bankruptcy-petitions-to-be-reheard-in-fresh-setback-for-lessors/) _2026-08-19 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ An Indian tribunal ruled on Wednesday that bankruptcy petitions against SpiceJet will be heard afresh by a new bench. The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) had already prepared a judgment on eight petitions, but the airline reached a last-minute settlement with one lessor, forcing the petition’s withdrawal. Because the judgment needed to be rewritten and \[…\] ## [VW Seeks Local Indian Partner to Drive Scale and Share Investment Risks](https://uniquetimes.org/vw-seeks-local-indian-partner-to-drive-scale-and-share-investment-risks/) _2026-08-19 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Volkswagen (VW) Group expects to finalize a deal with a local Indian partner this year to accelerate its momentum in the world’s third-largest auto market. According to Klaus Zellmer, CEO of VW’s Skoda brand—which oversees the group’s strategy in India—having a partner with strong local roots will strengthen their position and help fund the next \[…\] ## [Kerala’s Snake Boat Racers Defy Floods and Financial Strain](https://uniquetimes.org/keralas-snake-boat-racers-defy-floods-and-financial-strain/) _2026-08-19 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Despite severe monsoon flooding that has displaced thousands across Kerala, local communities and rowing clubs are pushing forward to keep the centuries-old tradition of vallam kali (snake boat racing) alive. Around 20 massive wooden vessels—each measuring roughly 100 feet long and powered by nearly 100 oarsmen—are set to compete over a 1.4 km course on \[…\] ## [Business of Cruise Tourism in India: Sailing Towards a New Economic Horizon](https://uniquetimes.org/business-of-cruise-tourism-in-india-sailing-towards-a-new-economic-horizon/) _2026-08-19 · Uniquetimesorg · (untitled)_ Dr Jolly Antony Chairman, Vibe Munnar Resort & Spa Managing Director, The Fog Resort & Spa, Munnar Chairman, Alsafina Travel Group (UAE & India) Chairman, Growvia.biz Imagine waking up to the sight of the Arabian Sea, enjoying breakfast on a luxurious deck, and arriving at a new destination by sunset. Cruise tourism is no longer \[…\]