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Sensex collapses as soon as it opens, registers a fall of 87 pointsToday the stock market opened with a fall. Today the BSE Sensex fell by about 87.31 points and opened at the level of 58481.20 points. On the other hand, the Nifty of NSE opened with a decline of 33.10 points at the level of 17431.70 points.

All India Weather Forecast for April 1, 2022Weather systems made across the countryA cyclonic circulation lies over Punjab and another cyclonic circulation lies over East Uttar Pradesh at low levelsA trough is extending from Odisha to Interior Karnataka via Telangana.Weather movement across the country during the last 24 hoursDuring the last 24 hours, light to moderate rain with isolated heavy falls occurred over Northeast India.Light to moderate rain occurred at isolated places over Kerala, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim and East Bihar.Heat wave conditions are observed over West and South Rajasthan, parts of West Madhya Pradesh and parts of Gujarat, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha, South Haryana, Delhi, West Uttar Pradesh and rest of Rajasthan. Viewed.Weather activity likely during next 24 hoursHeat wave to severe heat wave conditions are likely to continue over West & South Rajasthan, West Madhya Pradesh and Heat wave conditions over Gujarat, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha parts of South Haryana, Delhi West Uttar Pradesh and Rest of Rajasthan May continue till today. Between April 1 and April 3, there may be slight relief in heat wave conditions and after that it will intensify once again.Light to moderate rain is very likely at isolated places over Northeast India for the next 3 to 4 days.Light to moderate rain may occur at isolated places over Sub Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Kerala and Interior Tamil Nadu and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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Cotton Cultivation: Key Tips from Expert for Better Yield in New SeasonWith the current cotton arrival nearing its end, farmers have begun preparations for the upcoming sowing season. After facing significant losses this year due to adverse conditions, growers are now focusing on improved practices. Cotton expert Sushil Kumar Gupta shares important guidelines for successful cultivation:Sowing Time & ClimateCotton sowing usually begins in May. However, in areas with limited irrigation, sowing should be done after the onset of monsoon.Ideal temperature for germination: 32–34°CIdeal temperature for crop growth: 21–27°CSuitable daytime temperature: 25–30°C, with relatively cooler nightsMinimum rainfall requirement: 50 cm, while rainfall above 125 cm can be harmfulField PreparationEnsure the field is properly leveled for good water retention and drainageApply 25–30 cartloads of well-decomposed cow dung per hectare about 3–4 weeks before sowingSeed Sowing & SpacingBt cotton: 108 cm (row-to-row) × 60 cm (plant-to-plant) or 67.5 × 90 cmAmerican varieties: 60 cm × 45 cmDesi varieties: 45 cm × 30 cmMaintain plant population by filling gaps using nursery-grown plants (polythene bags)In saline soils, sow seeds on raised bundsFertilizer ManagementBt/American varieties: 75 kg Nitrogen + 35 kg Phosphorus per hectareDesi varieties: 50 kg Nitrogen + 25 kg Phosphorus per hectareApply full phosphorus and potash and half nitrogen before sowingApply remaining nitrogen during flower bud formationPotash should be applied based on soil testingSeed Rate & DepthBt and hybrid varieties: 4 kg certified seed per hectareDesi varieties: 12–16 kg per hectareSowing depth: 4–5 cmCrop Management & HarvestingBegin first picking when 50–60% bolls openSecond picking when remaining bolls matureProper picking improves quality and yieldIntercropping BenefitsGrow crops like moong, urad, groundnut, or soybean between cotton rowsHelps in reducing weeds and pest incidenceProvides additional income to farmersOverall, adopting scientific practices and proper crop management can help farmers improve yield and profitability in the coming cotton season.

Know how this fortnight was for cotton in Haryana*This year is going to be a historic rally in cotton prices. The prices of cotton and allied products have increased in almost all the cotton growing states of the country. After Gujarat and Punjab, now SIS has brought Haryana's report for you. It is clear from this report that in Punjab, Narma cotton has increased by Rs 1500, seed by Rs 175, cotton by about Rs 1000, rukhal by Rs 120 and comber by Rs 22. Have a look at our special report-*

Today evening the rupee strengthened by 12 paise to close at Rs 75.79 against the dollar.Today the stock market closed with a fall.Today where the Sensex closed at a level of 58568.51 points down by about 115.48 points. On the other hand, Nifty closed at the level of 17464.80 points down by 33.50 points.  

Rupee opens 17 paise stronger against dollarRupee opened with strength today against the dollar in the foreign exchange market. Today the rupee opened with the strength of 17 paise at Rs 75.74 against the dollar. At the same time, on Wednesday, the rupee closed at Rs 75.91 with a strength of 7 paise against the dollar.

Sensex rises further, opens up 142 pointsToday the stock market opened with great momentum. Today, the BSE Sensex opened with a gain of 114.44 points at the level of 58798.43 points. On the other hand, the Nifty of NSE opened with a gain of 41.50 points at the level of 17539.80 points.

All India Weather Forecast for March 31, 2022Weather systems made across the countryA Dry Cyclonic Circulation is persisting over Punjab, Haryana and adjoining areas, which is intensifying heat in these areas.A Cyclonic Circulation is persisting over North Bangladesh.At lower levels, a trough is extending from Vidarbha to Kerala up to Interior Karnataka.Weather movement across the country during the last 24 hoursDuring the last 24 hours, isolated heavy rain with light to moderate rain occurred over Kerala and Lakshadweep.Light to moderate rain occurred over Northeast India, Sikkim and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal.Heat wave conditions were observed over many parts of West Rajasthan and parts of East Rajasthan. Heat wave conditions prevailed over many parts of Himachal Pradesh, parts of Saurashtra and Kutch and at one or two places over Jammu region, Uttarakhand and West Madhya Pradesh.Weather activity likely during next 24 hoursDuring the next 24 hours, heat wave conditions are likely to occur over West Rajasthan.Heat wave conditions are possible over Jammu region, Himachal Pradesh, parts of South Haryana, Delhi, Saurashtra and Kutch, East Rajasthan, West Madhya Pradesh and Vidarbha as well as isolated parts of North Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada.Heat wave conditions are possible over South Uttar Pradesh, parts of Jharkhand and Interior Odisha.Light to moderate rain with isolated places is possible over Kerala and Lakshadweep. Light to moderate rain is possible over South Coastal Karnataka, Andaman and Nicobar Islands.Light rain is possible over Interior Tamil Nadu and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal.The intensity of rain and thundershowers may increase over Northeast India.

This year has been a historic rally in cotton prices. The prices of cotton and allied products have increased in almost all the cotton growing states of the country. After Gujarat, now SIS has brought the report of Punjab for you. It is clear from this report that in the last 15 days, in Punjab, there has been an increase of Rs 1800 in Narma cotton, Rs 300 in Seed, about Rs 1000 in Cotton and Rs 22 in Comber. Have a look at our special report-

Bangladesh: Export policy order from 2021 to 2024 approvedThe cabinet yesterday approved the draft Export Policy 2021-2024 with the aim to almost double Bangladesh's export earnings to $80 billion from $45 billion within the period by facilitating shipments of diversified, non-traditional goods and labour based products. The policy prepared for three years also aims to bolster the shipment of high-value products by ensuring standards and compliance as well as encouraging modern, sustainable and green technologies, according to the draft policy prepared by the commerce ministry."The policy was prepared to cope with the upcoming challenges that will emerge after the country's graduation from the least developed country category," said Cabinet Secretary Khandker Anwarul Islam during a media briefing after the cabinet meeting.He said the policy has given emphasis on product diversification, identification of priority products, expansion of export industries, and making trade and investment easier to boost exports.Special importance was also given to devise the strategy for the 4th Industrial Revolution, economic diplomacy to expand markets, and bring dynamism in exports.The draft policy gives priority to the ICT and services sectors, e-commerce, e-governance, and women as well as small entrepreneurs engaged in export-oriented industries.To attain the goal, the draft said steps will be taken to identify areas of cooperation among government chambers and related agencies.Specific, time-bound plans will be taken to achieve the targets, it added.In addition, commercial missions abroad will be tasked with branding products made in Bangladesh. They will be given specific export targets and their performances will be evaluated, the draft policy said.