Over 26,000 agricultural livelihood facilitators are transforming farming in Uttar Pradesh, promoting modern techniques, govt schemes, and women's empowerment. Discover how they are building a self-reliant ecosystem.
A new report reveals subsidies for electricity, water, and women's bus travel consume over a third of Delhi's budget. Revenue receipts are projected to surge by 43.57% by 2025-26. Explore the detailed fiscal analysis.
Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat highlights the urgent need for natural farming, citing soil degradation and health risks from chemicals. Discover the path to sustainable agriculture.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announced a focused campaign for state development, targeting women empowerment, youth employment, and natural farming. Learn about the key initiatives.
Union Minister J P Nadda inaugurates a fully digital e-bill platform to process fertilizer subsidies worth Rs 2 lakh crore, enhancing transparency and efficiency in governance.
A new report shows subsidies for power, water, and women's bus travel consume over a third of Delhi's budget. Revenue receipts are projected to surge by 43.57% by 2025-26. Explore the detailed breakdown.
Sahana, a transgender woman from Karnataka, is transforming lives by leading a livestock farming collective, providing sustainable income and dignity to her marginalized community. Discover her inspiring journey.
Rating agency ICRA predicts India's fertiliser subsidy outlay will remain high at Rs 1.9 lakh crore in FY27. Learn what's driving the cost and its impact on government finances.
The central government has discontinued subsidies for electric three-wheelers after achieving its 32% penetration target. Support for two-wheelers may extend into the next fiscal year. Read more on the policy shift.
India plans a ₹2,000-crore tech upgrade scheme for MSMEs to boost exports and efficiency. The 20% subsidy targets energy-efficient machinery to counter global carbon taxes like EU's CBAM.
Over 25 lakh Indian households now have rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, slashing electricity bills. Learn about subsidies and how to apply for a sustainable future.
Agri-tech startup MangoFolks wins the CNN-News18 'Think Ahead' award for its platform empowering Indian farmers through community-driven, tech-enabled solutions. Discover how they're transforming agriculture.
Telangana govt plans to install smart meters at distribution transformers to track real power consumption and losses, moving away from estimated subsidy bills. The move aims to bring transparency to the ₹10,000-12,000 crore annual power subsidy.
Union Minister Amit Shah promotes organic farming in Rewa, claiming it boosts farmers' income, saves water, and prevents diseases caused by chemical fertilisers. Read his full address.
Flour millers in Sindh protest against the provincial government's wheat policy, alleging subsidies unfairly benefit traders and threaten food security. Read the full story.
Delhi govt plans major EV push with Rs 21,000 subsidy for e-bikes, Rs 50k for retrofitting cars & Rs 1 lakh cap for e-cars. Policy aims for 12 lakh electric two-wheelers. Read details.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court slashes a convict's sentence in a 2012 subsidy scam, emphasizing rehabilitation over retribution. Read the full judgment details.
Maharashtra's MSEDCL will separate its agricultural power business with ₹75,000 crore dues to pare debt, boost efficiency, and list a profitable entity. Read how this major restructuring aims to attract investors.
Yogi Adityanath govt's Direct Benefit Transfer scheme for seeds slashes cultivation costs for 70,263 farmers in Gorakhpur division. Full transparency, zero rejections reported. Read how DBT is transforming agriculture.
Uttar Pradesh government approves Rs 500 crore supplementary budget to expedite state subsidy under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, aiming for faster solar adoption and financial relief for citizens.
Experts at a Lucknow congress highlight how AI and robotics can cut carbon emissions and boost farm productivity for a Viksit Bharat. Discover the future of smart agriculture.
China imposes provisional anti-subsidy duties of 21.9% to 42.7% on EU dairy imports, effective Dec 23. The move escalates trade tensions following the EU's probe into Chinese EVs. Read the full details.
India's fertiliser subsidy, set to hit Rs 2 lakh crore, distorts farming and harms soil. Experts urge reform for better growth. Read how Modi can act now.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announces a reduction in cooperative loan interest from 11.5% to 6% for small farmers. Read how the state subsidy will aid agriculture.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis commits to integrating institutions like LITU into the state's Natural Farming Mission, aiming to cover 25 lakh hectares and create green jobs. Discover the state's sustainable vision.
Goa farmers met officials, highlighting how high input costs and an outdated subsidy system threaten farming viability. They demand revised rates, power relief, and restored tribal subsidies. Read their key demands.
India's fertilizer subsidy, costing ₹1.83 trillion, is plagued by leakages and soil damage. Shifting to direct cash transfers via e-RUPI could save billions, empower farmers, and restore soil health. Read the full analysis.
As Punjab debates the Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, the core question is whether new contracts will safeguard subsidies and rural supply as firmly as they ensure private returns. Read the full analysis.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces a 50% subsidy for pilot training at Patiala Flying Club and a Rs 7 crore Aviation Museum to democratize the aviation sector for common people.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces a new EV policy for the next financial year, targeting subsidies, vehicle scrappage incentives, and neighbourhood charging to fight pollution and boost clean mobility.