Piyush Pandey: The Voice That Gave India Its Advertising Soul
India woke up to heartbreaking news on Friday, the passing of Piyush Pandey, the creative force who redefined Indian advertising. At 70, the man behind some of the country’s most loved campaigns left behind a legacy of storytelling, wit, and warmth that transformed how India viewed brands. From Fevicol’s “Egg” ad and Cadbury Dairy Milk’s […]
Dhagwar Milk Plant: Himachal’s Leap Towards a Modern Dairy Ecosystem
Himachal Pradesh is taking a major step towards dairy modernisation with the upcoming Dhagwar Milk Plant in Kangra, announced as the state’s most advanced dairy facility by Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Minister Chandra Kumar. The ₹225-crore project, nearly 41 per cent complete, will feature automated systems and advanced processing technologies to handle 100,000 litres of […]
Shankar Chaudhary Re-elected Chairman of Banas Dairy for Third Term
Gujarat Assembly Speaker and BJP MLA from Tharad, Shankar Chaudhary, has been re-elected unopposed as the Chairman of Banas Dairy, Asia’s largest dairy cooperative, marking his third consecutive term. The dairy’s board of directors also appointed Bhavabhai Rabari as Vice-Chairman. Both will serve a two-and-a-half-year tenure. Of the 16 board seats, 15 were filled unopposed, […]
Automation Drives Success for Patiala’s Progressive Dairy Farmer
From a modest start in 1999 to a thriving ₹4-crore enterprise today, Sikander Singh Swaich of Kheri Jattan village in Patiala district has redefined modern dairy farming in Punjab. At 43, he manages 215 Holstein Friesian (HF) cows at his Sikander Dairy Farm in Chaswal village, using advanced automation and scientific care to ensure both […]
Ukraine’s Dairy Market: Temporary Increases, Long-Term Stability
Ukraine’s dairy market is seeing a modest rise in prices for milk, kefir, and yoghurt, but experts describe it as temporary. According to Olena Zhupinas, Deputy General Director of the Association of Milk Producers, this increase is linked mainly to energy costs and blackout-related expenses, not to sustained inflation. Falling global dairy prices, especially for […]
NTR Collector Reviews Community Cattle Shelters for Dairy Farmers’ Support
District Collector Dr G. Lakshmisha has called for effective management of Community Cattle Shelters (Samaajika Pashu Chavidilu), also known as Mega Gokulams, to strengthen dairy farming and farmers’ livelihoods. During inspections at Bandipalem in Jaggaiahpet mandal and Subbayigudem in Penuganchiprolu mandal, accompanied by MLA Sriram Rajagopal Thataiah, Dr Lakshmisha said that seven shelters were built […]
India, US Nearing First Phase of Bilateral Trade Agreement
India and the United States are “very near” to finalising the first tranche of the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), a senior government official confirmed on Friday. Both sides are said to be aligning on most key issues, with negotiators now working on finalising the language of the agreement. The official noted that only minor differences […]
Piyush Pandey: The Heart of Indian Advertising and the Soul Behind ‘Maa Jaisi’
Piyush Pandey was more than an advertising icon; he was the human voice of Indian creativity. With his instinct for emotion and deep understanding of everyday India, he transformed simple truths into unforgettable brand stories. For Mother Dairy, his contribution was transformative. Over a partnership spanning more than fifteen years, Pandey helped define the brand’s […]
Cheese Prices Match Milk Powder: A Warning Signal for Dairy Markets
Cheese prices in Europe have dropped to around €3,580 per tonne, matching the value of whole milk powder (WMP), a rare event signalling stress in the dairy sector. Traditionally, cheese commands a premium due to higher processing and storage costs. According to the Irish Farmers Journal, butter prices have also plunged by €270 per tonne […]
Chamoli Women Redefine Rural Livelihoods Through Dairy Farming
The women of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand are redefining the narrative of rural livelihoods through the successful integration of dairy farming into the local economy. Under the aegis of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), the initiative has empowered women from economically weaker sections to achieve financial independence, strengthen community networks, and build sustainable income […]
