In a worrisome development for India's agricultural sector, the country's rice output is predicted to decline by around 5% due to uneven rainfall distribution across different states. The consequences of this weather unpredictability are expected to serve pain not only within the nation's borders but also on a global scale.

The 54th Network Planning Group (NPG) has proposed four infrastructure projects as part of the PM Gati initiative, with a total cost of Rs 7,693.17 crore. These recommended projects encompass diverse regions and purposes.

India put restrictions on the export of non-basmati white rice in July to prevent the high prices of rice at the local market due to the upcoming El Nino and the festive season.