Tag: cotton
The current affairs article covers key developments in polity, international relations, economy, science, history, and governance. It examines the ethical and constitutional challenges posed by political defections, advocating reforms to the anti-defection law. It highlights emerging India–Canada defence cooperation in critical minerals, aerospace, and Indo-Pacific security. The issue also showcases India's cotton sector modernization, India's …
White Gold: India’s Cotton Story
Subject: CME Context: The PIB published the feature article White Gold: India's Cotton Story – From Seed to Shirt, highlighting India's cotton sector, recent policy initiatives, and its role in agriculture, textiles, and exports. White Gold: India's Cotton Story About White Gold: India's Cotton Story: What It Is? White Gold: India's Cotton Story is a …
Cotton production in India
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: India aims to become the largest global cotton producer. India is currently the second-largest cotton producer with the largest cultivation area, and need to enhance productivity, following the model of countries like Australia. The Indian textile industry is striving to achieve a target of $250 billion by …
Pink Bollworm (PBW)
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The Pink Bollworm (PBW) is causing significant damage to cotton fields in northern Rajasthan, Haryana, and Southwestern Punjab, with the infestation being more widespread and serious than before. Farmers have been using Bt cotton seeds, which have lost their effectiveness against the PBW. The situation has …








