SIGN IN SUBSCRIBE

News Update

India to become Renewable Energy Capital of World: JoshiRPF strengthens protection for women and childrenGST - Assistant Commissioner discarded reply filed by a one-liner observation that explanation given is not comprehensible, conceivable, not perspicuous and is ambiguous - SCN cannot be decided in such cavalier manner: HCMoS launches Kisan Kavach - Anti-Pesticide Suit to Safeguard Farmers' HealthKerala GST - Tax treatment of discounts received by petitioner from its suppliers - case remanded as this aspect was overlooked while passing assessment orders: HCDPIIT signs MoU with HDFC Bank to strengthen startup ecosystemGST - Petitioner's refund application stalled due to it being listed as risky exporter; Proper Officer directed to dispose off refund application in 2 months' time; petitioner at liberty to seek removal from risky exporter list: HCKejriwal offers free treatment for all senior citizens at all Delhi hospitalsCX - Rule 10 of Pan Masala Packing Machines (Capacity Determination and Collection of Duty) Rules - condition of a continuous period exceeding 15 days was met, regardless of how it was spread over multiple months - Abatement be allowed: HCSC backs Madras HC ruling ordering CBI probe into hooch tragedyCus - Once duty liability under EPCG scheme is settled, penalty imposed u/s 112(a) of Customs Act, which is tied to confiscation provisions of Section 111(o), cannot be enforced: HCMalaysia’s Foreign Minister fined for smoking in publicMultiple Adjournments of Appeals, After Issue of Final Order - Attempt to Restore ThemDRI faces Canon - againCENVAT Credit for Telecom Tower Erection: A Boon for IndustryTrump says India collects a lot of tariff; threatens reciprocal taxI-T - Recourse to Rule 8D for computing disallowance u/s 14A is available only if taxpayer's computation of expenses attributable to earning exempt income, is found to be inadequate: HCGoa CM’s wife sues AAP MP Sanjay Singh for Rs 100 CrI-T - Reopening u/s 148 can't be sustained, in case of apparent disconnect between reasons which were originally recorded for initiation of reassessment and disclosures which stand embodied in final assessment order: HCSyrian rebels dig out mass grave - ‘machinery of death’ under AssadI-T - Reopening of assessment is not permitted beyond period as stipulated u/s 149(1): HCTrump all set to roll back Biden’s EV policiesI-T - Order passed by Tribunal premised on incorrect facts regarding service of CIT(A)'s order on assessee's correct address, which was actually incorrect, merits re-adjudication: HCFTC bans hidden junk fees in hotelI-T - Once issue is already scrutinized during regular assessment, then same issue can't be considered for assumption of jurisdiction to reopen assessment, as it would amount to change of opinion: HCNASA again delays home-coming of astronauts stuck at Space StationI-T- Additions framed merit being set aside where assessee sufficiently explains source of bank deposits as coming from own deposits & cash gifts received from close family: ITATCBIC launches new initiatives to enhance taxpayer's servicesI-T- Exemption u/s 54 is allowed based on amount utilized from sale consideration towards construction of a property, even if construction is not completed: ITATIndia's pharma market for FY 2023-24 peaks beyond USD 50 billionCus - As per settled legal position, freight is not included in duty calculation when foreign vessel is imported for first time: CESTATCCPA notices to 45 coaching centers for misleading advertisement: MoSCus - In absence of any condition of end use certificate in Notification, same cannot be imposed and for that reason exemption cannot be denied: CESTATPLI for medical devices allocated Rs 3420 Cr: MoSCus - Duty payable on ship stores consumed during ship's coastal run, is rightly excluded while finalising Bill of Entry: CESTATNew DPSUs will carry forward modernisation & indigenisation: RMCus - CBLR - Regulation 10(e) stands contravened as broker failed to exercise due diligence in handling documents & filing import declarations by permitting unauthorised use of it's dongle for filing bill of entries: CESTATUnion Minister invites Uniqlo to invest in PM's Mega ParksCus - Order revoking Customs broker's license & forfeiting security deposit and imposing penalty, are untenable where timelines prescribed for issuing SCN, submitting inquiry reports & passing order, are not adhered to: CESTAT
 
MoS launches Kisan Kavach - Anti-Pesticide Suit to Safeguard Farmers' Health

By TIOL News Service

NEW DELHI, DEC 18, 2024: UNION Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled Kisan Kavach, Bharat's first-of-its-kind anti-pesticide bodysuit, here today. Designed to protect farmers from the harmful effects of pesticide exposure, this innovation marks a transformative step in ensuring farmer safety and aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of using science and technology to empower the agricultural community.

Highlighting the significance of the initiative, Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized that the Kisan Kavach is a groundbreaking solution addressing a critical gap in farmer safety. Developed by BRIC-inStem, Bangalore, in collaboration with Sepio Health Pvt. Ltd., the bodysuit offers protection against pesticide-induced toxicity, which often leads to severe health complications, including breathing disorders, vision loss, and, in extreme cases, death.

"Kisan Kavach is not just a product but a promise to our farmers to safeguard their health as they continue to feed the nation," Dr. Jitendra Singh stated. The washable and reusable suit, priced at ?4,000, can last up to a year and employs advanced fabric technology to deactivate harmful pesticides upon contact, ensuring farmer safety like never before.

Dr. Jitendra Singh commended the efforts of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and BRIC-inStem for spearheading the project and delivering a society-centric innovation. He highlighted the Modi Government's sustained focus on integrating science, technology, and innovation to empower the agricultural sector, reflecting in initiatives such as Kisan Kavach and policies like the BioE3 biomanufacturing initiative.

"Over the last decade, the number of biotech startups in India has surged to over 8,500, putting us on track to achieve a USD 300 billion bioeconomy. With initiatives like Kisan Kavach, we are not only safeguarding our farmers but also advancing towards climate-resilient agriculture and sustainable development," he added.

The manufacturing process involves covalent attachment of a nucleophile on cotton fabric, which is stitched as "Kisan Kavach®". This Kisan Kavach fabric can deactivate pesticides upon contact through nucleophilic mediated hydrolysis, thereby preventing pesticide-induced toxicity and lethality. These findings are reported in the journal Nature Communications, ( https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-49167-3 )

The event also saw the distribution of the first batch of Kisan Kavach suits to farmers, marking a significant step in protecting the 65% of India's population engaged in agriculture. Dr. Jitendra Singh assured that as production scales up, the suit's affordability will increase, making it accessible to more farmers nationwide.

Dr. Jitendra Singh concluded by reiterating the government's commitment to leveraging science for societal good, calling Kisan Kavach a beacon of hope for India's agricultural community. "This transformative technology not only addresses an urgent need but also showcases India's capability to innovate for its people," he said.

The event was graced by the presence of Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology; Dr. Maneesha Inamdar, Director, BRIC-inStem; and Dr. Alka Sharma, Scientist 'H' and Senior Adviser, DBT, who highlighted the collaborative efforts behind this transformative innovation.


POST YOUR COMMENTS
   

TIOL Tube Latest

TIOL Tube
Conferment of TIOL Awards 2024. The event was held on October 1, 2024 at Taj Palace, New Delhi

TOP NEWS


AR not Afar by SK Rahman

VISION 360



Technical Session I - Ease of Doing Business: GST on Digital Economy

TII LATEST

TIOLCORPLAWS LATEST