FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 4 | History Defined

Indiana father-daughter duo restore eroded farmland, helping protect a rare salamander

Ben and Lily Shireman have revitalized their damaged farmland in southern Indiana using innovative sustainable farming strategies. By practicing rotational grazing and planting cover crops, they improved soil vitality and minimized erosion. This ecological restoration not only rejuvenated their land but also positively impacted the Blue River watershed, fostering wildlife…

The Times of India · Oct 16

Karur Vysya Bank targets 18-20% credit growth in FY27, corporate lending capped at 20%

Karur Vysya Bank (KVB) aims for 18-20 percent growth in total advances for the fiscal year 2027. The bank focuses on retail, agriculture, and MSME lending, which constitutes 86 percent of its advances. Though corporate lending will be increased, high-value loans will be capped at 20 percent going forward. Gold…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Israeli settlers torch cars and trees in West Bank villages, disrupting Palestinians' olive harvest

Israeli settlers have attacked Palestinian villages across the West Bank

The Independent UK · Oct 16

Festive demand drives India's diesel sales in October, data shows

Indian diesel consumption has risen significantly, driven by increased demand from the agriculture and transportation sectors. State-run fuel retailers continue to maintain fuel prices below market rates, which attracts consumers. In contrast, private retailers have increased their prices and are exporting fuels. The ongoing festival season has led to heightened…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

She started making soda in her kitchen; a decade later, PepsiCo bought her brand for $1.95 billion

Allison Ellsworth began making homemade soda in her Texas kitchen to address her digestive concerns before selling it at farmers’ markets. After appearing on Shark Tank and building Poppi through social media, her business grew to over $500 million in annual revenue. In 2025, PepsiCo acquired the prebiotic soda brand…

The Times of India · Oct 16

The $50-billion question: Who gets what as India and Canada aim to strike a trade deal?

India and Canada are currently negotiating a free trade agreement designed to enhance bilateral trade significantly. Nearly 300 Canadian business delegates are visiting India to advance these discussions. Both countries aim to increase two-way trade to $50 billion by 2030. Key focus areas include energy, critical minerals, and agriculture, alongside…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Extreme weather is decimating Europe’s crops. These farmers have a solution

World Food Day: Europe is ‘losing hundreds of farms a day’. Crop diversification and subsidies that pay for outcomes could save them, farmers say.

Euronews · Oct 16

Italian farmer gave up a third of her rice fields for wildlife

Alice Cerutti has converted part of her rice farm into natural habitats that support biodiversity. She grows historic rice varieties that are more resilient to climate change and drought. The wetlands on her farm have become a rare nesting site for the black-tailed godwit. Cerutti's approach prioritizes environmental restoration alongside…

The Times of India · Oct 15

In race to lead Texas agriculture department, Sheets and Tucker clash on data centers, credentials

The race to be the state’s first new agriculture commissioner in more than a decade has turned personal as both men have challenged each other’s ties to farm land.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 15

The Pecos River Still Flows. But for How Long?

Water deals, decades of drought and a booming oilfield reshape life along a legendary New Mexico river.

Capital & Main · Oct 15