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India set to raise farm budget by over 15%, biggest increase in six years

NEW DELHI, Jan 23 (Reuters) – India plans to increase spending for the agriculture sector by about 15% to around $20 billion in next month’s budget, two government sources said, marking the biggest increase in six years, as it tries to boost rural incomes and curb inflation. The additional cash would be directed to developing high-yielding seed varieties, increasing storage and supply infrastructure, and boosting production of pulse crops, oilseeds, vegetables, and dairy products, the sources said. The sources asked not to be named as they were not authorised to talk to the media. India’s finance and agriculture ministries did

Consuming psyllium husk every day lowers cholesterol more than oats

Psyllium husk that bolsters heart health, consuming it every day lowers cholesterol more than oats. Traditional porridge oats have long been hailed as the ultimate breakfast for keeping cholesterol in check. But research suggests psyllium husks may be more effective. High blood pressure and cholesterol are key causes of heart disease. Cholesterol and calcium buildup can cause your arteries to harden and narrow, making it tougher for your heart to pump blood and forcing it to work overtime. This can lead to increased blood pressure. High cholesterol can be triggered by fatty foods, lack of exercise, being overweight, smoking, and

Kejriwal promises to end unemployment in Delhi within five years

New Delhi, Jan 23 (PTI) With voting in Delhi assembly elections less than two weeks away, AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday vowed to eliminate unemployment in the national capital within the next five years. In a video message, the former Delhi chief minister emphasised his focus on employment. “My top priority will be to provide employment to our youths. Our team is drafting a detailed plan to address the issue of unemployment,” he said. Highlighting his government’s track record, Kejriwal claimed the AAP government in Punjab provided 48,000 government jobs in less than two years and facilitated over

Gold pulls back from near 3-month high as dollar regains strength

Jan 23 (Reuters) – Gold prices eased on Thursday from a near three-month peak hit in the previous session, as the dollar regained strength, while investors awaited further direction from U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration regarding trade policies. Spot gold eased 0.1% to $2,752.76 per ounce by 0755 GMT. Prices rose to $2,763.43 on Wednesday, their highest since Oct. 31 when they hit a record high of $2,790.15. U.S. gold futures shed 0.4% to $2,761. “It’s just a technical pullback because the dollar has been taking back on $108 level, triggering some profit-booking, but the undertone for gold is expected

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