According to govt data, Punjab is among the bottom five states in terms of chicken consumption, with Haryana & Rajasthan. However, Punjabis consume high amounts of milk & dairy products.
The ruling elites in Union ministries and some state governments have substantial presence of vegetarians who enjoy a dominant voice in policy formulation.
Eggs are one of the most nutritious foods providing best quality protein, all essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. This high-protein food is a must in low-carb diets.
The scheme has been rolled out in 7 districts, which according to the National Family Health Survey were reporting high malnutrition and anaemia levels among children.
MP minister Imarti Devi reiterated her proposal to serve eggs in anganwadi meals. BJP says govt will consider people’s sentiments before taking a final decision.
The fisheries & animal husbandry minister said rumours about egg and meat consumption leading to coronavrius infection have caused panic in the industry.
Canada faces serious foreign interference issues, but these challenges must not be weaponized to unfairly target friendly and important allies like India.
In Episode 1544 of CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at some top economists pointing to the pitfalls of ‘currency nationalism’ with data from 1991 to 2004.
Among 19 Indian firms sanctioned by US Treasury Dept was Lokesh Machines Ltd accused of coordinating with 'Russian defence procurement agent to import Italy-origin CNC machines'.
While we talk much about our military, we don’t put our national wallet where our mouth is. Nobody is saying we should double our defence spending, but current declining trend must be reversed.
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