Daily Current Affairs
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15 August 2026
Daily Agriculture & Rajasthan GK Quick Bulletin
15 August 2026 Quick Review Points
6 Points80th Independence Day Agri-Tech Mission Launch
Prime Minister announced the 'Pradhan Mantri Krishi Vikas Kranti 2.0' focusing on AI-driven precision farming and 100% digital soil health mapping.
Rajasthan Solar Micro-Irrigation Grant Scheme
Rajasthan Agriculture Department raised subsidy to 75% for solar-powered micro-drip irrigation systems across 12 arid districts including Jaisalmer & Barmer.
ICAR Releases High-Yield Pearl Millet (Bajra) Hybrid
ICAR-CAZRI Jodhpur developed 'HHB-311 (CAZRI-B1)', a drought-resistant Bajra hybrid yielding 32 quintals/hectare under dryland farming conditions.
FAO Global Cereal Price Index Update
FAO reported a 2.4% drop in the Global Rice Price Index due to record export surpluses from Asian producers including India and Vietnam.
PM-KUSUM Component C Subsidies Expanded
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy approved additional funding for grid-connected solar pumps benefiting over 2.5 lakh farmers nationwide.
National Krishi Ratna Awards Announced
Union Agri Ministry bestowed Krishi Ratna Award 2026 to progressive farmers for organic farming and natural pesticide innovation.