ICAR Launches SHITIJ 2.0 Nationwide Startup Incubation Programme at CPCRI
The nationwide startup incubation programme SHITIJ 2.0, sponsored by ICAR-National Agricultural Innovation Fund, was virtually inaugurated at ICAR-Central Plantation Crops Research Institute (ICAR-CPCRI), Kasaragod. ICAR-CPCRI is one of seven hub institutes coordinating the programme through associated spoke institutes, focusing on value chains in plantation crops, fruits, vegetables, and sugarcane. Participants, including entrepreneurs, innovators, students, and farmers, will receive free online training, mentoring, market linkage support, and access to incubation facilities. Applications close on August 10, 2026.
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We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 42/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thehindu broke this story on 22 Jul, 01:24 pm. Other outlets followed.
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