While farmers in the eastern areas of Uttar Pradesh may opt for mustard, the western region of the state will likely choose wheat. Madhya Pradesh farmers may also prefer to sow mustard and wheat. The government has increased the MSP of these crops – ₹110 per quintal for wheat, ₹500 per quintal for lentils and ₹400 for mustard seeds – incentivising farmers to grow these.
D-St soars on wings of peace and chances of an oil windfall
Indian markets surged on Wednesday, reversing Tuesday’s losses, buoyed by falling crude oil prices and a positive sentiment from the monsoon’s arrival. Key sectors like