ICAR Driving Self-Reliance in India’s Edible Oil Revolution
India’s drive for self-reliance in edible oil production has gained remarkable momentum in recent years, fueled by innovative research and strategic policy initiatives. Leading this charge, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) leverages its network of specialized institutes to advance crop improvement, refine agronomic practices, and extend knowledge directly
Quantum Explorer Inc.: Where Birding Adventure Takes Flight
At Quantum Explorer Inc., adventure soars on wings of wonder. Tucked away in the Himalayan foothills of Sattal, this pioneering eco-tourism company curates immersive birding expeditions across Uttarakhand, India’s vast cathedral of wild song and colour. Under its flagship initiative, Uttarakhand Birding, Quantum Explorer transforms ordinary travel into profound discovery.
IVPA Driving Policies for a Resilient Edible Oil Value Chain
Founded in 1974, the Indian Vegetable Oil Producers’ Association (IVPA) stands as the commanding voice of India’s edible oil and oilseed industry. Headquartered in New Delhi, IVPA brings together producers, processors, and distributors with a shared purpose to shape and strengthen the future of India’s vegetable oil ecosystem. More than
Market Diversification Can Manage Volatility in Edible Oil
As India intensifies its efforts to secure edible oil self-reliance, the National Mission on Edible Oils has come into sharp focus. The mission faces the formidable task of balancing domestic production, farmer incentives, and the shifting dynamics of global trade. In this exclusive interview, the architect behind the initiative shares
Advanced Rail Automation: Schweizer Leads with CL4 Safety
Schweizer Electronic, headquartered in Reiden, Switzerland, stands as a global leader in railway safety and automation. Since its founding in 1964, the company has dedicated itself to achieving assured railway safety through cutting-edge systems that protect track workers, control level crossings, and automate locomotives. Its comprehensive portfolio features automatic warning
Strategic Action Can Curtail Edible Oil Import Shocks
The report “Tariff Volatility and Stakeholder Dynamics in India’s Edible Oil Sector,” jointly produced by VeK Policy Advisory and Research, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), and ASSOCHAM, analyses how tariff fluctuations and policy uncertainty shape India’s edible oil ecosystem, influencing everyone from farmers and processors to end consumers. In an exclusive
Paintings Beyond Livelihood: Padding Passion and Purpose
Aravind Krishna was born in Vadakupoigainallur, a serene coastal village in Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu. His childhood unfolded amid the pulse of rural life: cows and goats grazing in open fields, roosters announcing dawn, sparrows stitching light across the sky, and buffaloes resting in mirrored ponds. Forests, rains, rivers, and beaches
Self-Sufficiency in Edible Oil Seeks Adequate Funding
India’s heavy reliance on imported edible oil has long posed both strategic and economic challenges. The launch of the Indian Oilseed Mission marks a bold and timely move by the government to secure self-sufficiency in edible oil within the next seven years. This mission’s success, however, hinges on more than
Jaguarundi Travel Zooming into Colombia’s Wild Heart
Jaguarundi Travel isn’t just another tour company — it’s a passionate journey into Colombia’s wild and beating heart. Since its founding in 2010, this nature-led travel collective has been curating expeditions that plunge deep into the country’s astonishing biodiversity — from cloud-draped Andean peaks to the emerald depths of the
India Can Alter Its Edible Oil Industry from the Ground Up
India’s edible oil sector stands at a decisive crossroads, defined by surging consumption, heavy import dependence, and an urgent call for sustainable domestic growth. As dietary preferences evolve and demand accelerates, the challenge extends beyond meeting consumption needs; it lies in building a self-reliant, innovation-driven ecosystem powered by forward-looking policies