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June 23, 2026 3:51 PM

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi: How India’s largest direct benefit transfer scheme is reshaping rural prosperity

In a major boost to India's agricultural sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 23rd installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on June 20, transferring more than ₹18,880 crore directly into the bank accounts of 9.44 crore farmers across the country. The event, held at Tarakeswar in Hooghly district of West Bengal, marked another milestone for one of the world's largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) programmes. Among the beneficiaries were more than 2.18...

June 19, 2026 1:31 PM

PM Modi to release PM-KISAN funds, lead International Day of Yoga celebrations during his Bengal visit on June 20-21

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to West Bengal on June 20 and 21, during which he will participate in Paschimbanga Divas celebrations, launch and inaugurate key development projects, release the 23rd installment of the PM-KISAN scheme, lead the International Day of Yoga celebrations in Kolkata, and commission three indigenously built naval ships. According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), PM Modi will begin his visit on June 20 at around 3:45 PM by attending t...

June 5, 2026 3:21 PM

How India’s farm sector has evolved over the past decade

India's agricultural sector has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade, driven by higher public investment, record crop production, expanded farmer support programmes, greater access to institutional credit and the growing adoption of technology. The changes have coincided with efforts to improve productivity, strengthen rural incomes, expand irrigation coverage and diversify sources of farm income. How important is agriculture to the economy? Agriculture and allied sector...

March 24, 2026 8:33 PM

PM-KISAN crosses ₹4.27 lakh crore disbursal, over 9.35 crore farmers benefit

The Centre has disbursed over ₹4.27 lakh crore to farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme since its launch in February 2019, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday. Under the scheme, eligible cultivable landholding farmers receive ₹6,000 annually in three equal instalments through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts. So far, 22 instalments have been released. During the 21st instalment disbursal on November 19, 2025, more tha...

March 13, 2026 8:48 PM

PM Modi launches projects worth Rs 19,480 crore in Assam’s Guwahati; releases Rs 18,000 crore under PM-Kisan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth ₹19,480 crore in Guwahati, Assam, and released over ₹18,000 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme to farmers across the country. Addressing a gathering in the city, the Prime Minister said the projects launched from Guwahati cover key welfare and infrastructure initiatives that will accelerate Assam’s growth and benefit people across the state. PM-Kisan funds...

March 12, 2026 4:39 PM

PM Modi to release 22nd instalment of PM-KISAN tomorrow; Rs 18,640 crore to benefit 9.32 crore farmers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 22nd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on March 13, transferring ₹18,640 crore directly to the bank accounts of 9.32 crore farmers across the country through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The funds will be released during a programme in Guwahati, Assam. The instalment will also benefit more than 2.15 crore women farmers, who will receive the financial assistance directly in their accounts. Addressing journalis...

March 11, 2026 9:45 PM

PM Modi to release 22nd PM-KISAN instalment on March 13; Rs 18,640 crore to be transferred to 9.32 crore farmers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 22nd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on March 13, transferring more than ₹18,640 crore directly to the bank accounts of over 9.32 crore farmer families across the country through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan shared the details on Wednesday, stating that the instalment will be released by the Prime Minister during a programme in Guwahati,...

March 5, 2025 5:19 PM

Cabinet approves ₹3,880 crore scheme to prevent, control livestock diseases

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the revision of the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP) with a total outlay of ₹3,880 crore. The scheme consists of two components: the National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) and Livestock Health & Disease Control (LH&DC). Additionally, a new component, Pashu Aushadhi, has been introduced. “LH&DC has three sub-components: the Critical Animal Disease Control Programme ...

February 28, 2025 1:15 PM

Farming For the Future: Modi government’s progressive outlook

Earlier this week, the 19th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) was released to the farmers. Over 11 Crore farmers have been registered under this programme, with over 25 per cent being female beneficiaries. The total disbursement since the initiation of the programme stands at Rs. 3.68 lakh crore and the number of beneficiaries is 9.8 crores till date. The PM-KISAN programme ensures financial support for the farmers. Each financial year, three instalments, each wor...

February 24, 2025 11:29 PM

PM Modi’s tireless dedication to national development: A day of non-stop action across 3 states

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday showcased his unwavering commitment to the nation’s progress with a packed schedule that took him to three states—Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Assam—in a single day. The whirlwind schedule spoke volumes about the PM’s dedication to state development and his relentless work ethic. Working around the clock for the betterment of the nation is PM Modi’s habit. PM Modi’s day began early in Madhya Pradesh, where he inaugurated the Global Investors Sum...