India Meets 73% Fertilizer Need Domestically in 2025
India achieves a major milestone in fertilizer self-reliance, with domestic production meeting 73% of demand in 2025. Discover how strategic policies boosted local manufacturing.
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Aquarium Water: A Hidden Nutrient Boost for Plants
Discover why gardeners treasure old aquarium water. It's packed with nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic matter that plants love. Learn how to use it safely for a healthier garden.
India's Fertilizer Policy Needs Urgent Overhaul
India's fertilizer subsidy bill hit ₹1.9 trillion, but efficiency is plummeting. Experts demand direct cash transfers to farmers and market-led reforms to stop fiscal waste and ecological damage. Read the full analysis.
Bihar cancels 100 fertilizer licences to curb irregularities
Bihar's agriculture department takes stringent action against fertilizer sale malpractices. 100 licences cancelled, 132 suspended. Minister Ram Kripal Yadav vows zero tolerance.
Kerala Pineapple Prices Skyrocket Due to Climate, Fertilizer Woes
Kerala's famed pineapple prices have surged by 300% due to fertilizer shortages and climate change, severely impacting farmers and consumers. Learn about the crisis and its wider implications.
Govt Reinforces Rules for Fair Fertilizer Pricing
The Centre mandates stock limits & real-time tracking for DAP & MOP fertilizers to prevent hoarding and ensure affordable prices for farmers. Learn about the new regulatory measures.
India's Urea Imports More Than Double: FAI Data
India's urea fertilizer imports skyrocketed by 120.3% to 7.17 million tonnes during April-November 2024-25, reveals FAI data. Explore the causes and impact on agriculture.
Digital e-bill system for fertilizer subsidy launched
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.
Kerala's LDF Govt Faces Flak Over Pro-Liquor Moves
Kerala's LDF government faces criticism as extended bar hours on New Year's Eve lead to record liquor sales, raising questions about its abstinence policy. Read the full analysis.
India Eyes Higher Cigarette Tax to Match Health Impact
India considers calibrated excise duty hikes on cigarettes, citing current modest rates and significant fiscal and public health space for increase. Read the full analysis.
Experts Urge Evidence-Based NEP Review, School Reforms
Education experts argue against blanket school shutdowns for pollution, call for infrastructure upgrades and a serious review of NEP's impact on academic overload. Delhi's new fee regulation law also under scrutiny.
India's 2026 Roadmap for Health, Education & Economy
Explore India's ambitious 2026 vision for transformative reforms in healthcare, education, and the economy. Discover the key policies shaping the nation's future. Read more!
Indo-Pacific Balance Shifts as US Sends Mixed Signals
In 2025, Trump's unpredictable foreign policy prompts Indo-Pacific nations to diversify security ties and build independent deterrents, reducing reliance on Washington. India deepens Southeast Asia engagement.
Rajasthan's New Vehicle Scrapping Policy Offers Tax Rebates
Rajasthan's new Vehicle Scrapping Policy 2025 targets old, polluting vehicles. Owners can get up to 50% tax rebate, max ₹1 lakh, on new vehicle purchase. Read details.
Rajasthan OKs Vehicle Scrapping Policy, AI Rules
Rajasthan Cabinet approves a new policy to phase out polluting vehicles and an ethical AI framework. PM Modi may inaugurate the Barmer refinery in January. Key details inside.
Rajasthan CM Inaugurates 61st ABVP Regional Conference
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma inaugurated the 61st ABVP regional convention in Jaipur, attended by 700+ delegates. He highlighted youth policy, NEP, and urged students to become job creators.
Nepal Formalizes Academic Special Consideration Policy
A Gen Z-led movement in Nepal has successfully pushed for a formal policy granting special consideration to students facing crises. Discover how student activism is reshaping education.
Don't Let Your Health Insurance Lapse: Renew on Time
A lapsed health insurance policy leaves you financially vulnerable. Learn why timely renewal is non-negotiable for continuous coverage and peace of mind. Act now to secure your health.
India's 2026 Economy: 3 Under-the-Radar Shifts
India is quietly undergoing three major economic shifts: greater openness, state-level investment convergence, and balanced macro policy. Holding onto these could unlock durable, broad-based growth. Read the analysis.
AI Jobless Growth May Push US Fed Policy Closer to India's
As AI severs the link between jobs and inflation, the US Federal Reserve may need to reset its targets, potentially making its policy framework resemble India's. Explore the implications.
Delhi's New TOD Policy Sparks Haphazard Development Fears
Delhi's new Transit-Oriented Development policy draft removes key planning safeguards, raising concerns over chaotic growth. Experts warn of infrastructure gaps. Read the full analysis.
DH Speak Out Panel Debates Key Issues on Dec 23, 2025
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' panel on December 23, 2025, tackled crucial topics including the Karnataka government's new policy, the impact of the NEP, and the future of Indian sports. Read the full discussion.
Gujarat's attendance-based school grant policy faces backlash
Gujarat's new policy linking grants to student attendance faces fierce opposition from school managements, who warn of potential closures and data manipulation. Read the full story.
Reforming India's Fertilizer Subsidy: A ₹75,000 Crore Opportunity
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.
Naravane Links India's Future to Stable Neighbourhood
Former Indian Army Chief General Manoj Naravane emphasizes the inseparable link between India's progress and stability in neighbouring countries like Bangladesh, calling for a collaborative regional approach.
Chandigarh Startup Policy Guidelines Get Nod
Chandigarh's Empowered Committee approves guidelines for the Chandigarh Startup Policy, clearing a ₹25 crore fund. The move aims to boost local entrepreneurship and create jobs. Learn about the key benefits and application process.
Gujarat School Grant Policy Offers Relief for Rural Schools
Gujarat's new grant policy for aided schools links funding to attendance but provides special relief for rural single-class institutions. Learn about the revised slabs and criteria.
Jaishankar: Foreign Policy Needs Clarity, Choices, Game Plan
EAM S. Jaishankar emphasizes the need for clarity, strategic choices, and a definitive game plan in India's foreign policy. Read his key insights on navigating global complexities.
PM Modi Assam visit: To launch projects worth Rs 15,600 crore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Assam on December 20, 2025, to inaugurate projects worth Rs 15,600 crore and lay the foundation for a major fertilizer plant. Read details.
Trump Loosens Federal Curbs on Marijuana, Boosts Research
Former US President Donald Trump has initiated a major policy shift to reclassify marijuana, easing federal restrictions and encouraging scientific research. Read the full analysis.
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