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.
Over 93% of Delhi households received electricity subsidy benefits in December 2025, the highest ever. Nearly 80% of consumers benefited annually as the scheme's cost nears Rs 4,000 crore. Explore the data trends and seasonal impacts.
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.
The Centre's fertiliser subsidy for Rabi season climbs by Rs 736 crore to Rs 24,420 crore, driven by increased nutrient-based support. Farmers to benefit from stable DAP and MOP prices.
Indian Railways increased passenger fares twice in FY26 to address massive losses and reduce cross-subsidy from freight. The hikes are modest and aimed at financial sustainability. Learn the details and impact.
Nearly 200 tribal students from backward districts of Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha gather in Visakhapatnam. They share aspirations to transform their regions despite gaps in education and healthcare. Discover their inspiring journeys.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announces CBSE curriculum changes, special English & Math instructors, and subsidies for natural farming and solar plants. Details inside.
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.
Discover how Baby G, Karnataka's pioneering tribal healthcare provider, combines professional training with lived Adivasi experience to deliver life-saving care to remote communities. Read her inspiring story.
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.
President Droupadi Murmu applauded tribal women from Jashpur for their eco-friendly crafts at the Kartika Jatra in Gumla. Read how their work empowers communities and preserves heritage.
Ganesh Powar, 22, from Goa's Kathkari tribe, is the first to complete Class X. His community, unrecognized as PVTG, lives in poverty, fights child marriage, and dreams of education. Read their struggle.
Around 120 families, including Malekudiya tribals, in Karnataka's Kudremukh National Park lack electricity. The state offers a Rs 75 lakh electrification plan or a compensation package for relocation, sparking a debate on tribal welfare vs. forest conserv
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.
Odisha's Tribal Advisory Council, chaired by CM Mohan Majhi, recommends boosting eco-tourism, homestays, and tribal development. Key decisions on PESA rules, education, and community inclusion.
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.
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.
Koraput's flagship 5-day cultural festival, Parab 2025, began with grand celebrations, highlighting tribal heritage and boosting local economy. Read more about the vibrant showcase.
Sambalpur observed a 12-hour shutdown as farmers protested paddy procurement token issues. Shops, offices, and banks closed. Farmers vow more agitation if demands unmet.
In Tamil Nadu's remote Sittilingi valley, doctors Regi George & Lalitha Regi built a hospital, then tackled malnutrition & debt via organic farming & women-led crafts. Discover their unique model of 'social medicine'.
Rajasthan government transfers Rs 17,000 state subsidy to rooftop solar consumers, on top of central aid. Total support now up to Rs 95,000 with 150 free monthly units. Apply via discom portals.
Tribal farmers in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district face severe losses as untimely November rains damage standing rajma crops, reducing yields by 50%. Learn about the impact on the prized Chintapalle Red variety and market implications.
The Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum at Tajangi, Visakhapatnam, will open in January. This fully digital museum uses VFX and interactive tech to showcase heroes like Alluri Sitarama Raju. Explore tribal history and valour.
Greek farmers escalate protests, blocking key border crossings over delayed EU subsidy payments linked to a major corruption scandal. Read about the crisis and government response.
Tripura's tribal welfare minister met with the Union minister to push for a Drone Pilot Training Project for tribal youth, aiming to modernize agriculture and create high-income opportunities. Learn how this tech initiative could transform livelihoods.
A pilot program using Tribal Health Navigators in Chamarajanagar has saved lives and improved hospital trust. Discover how this model works and the challenges blocking its expansion across Karnataka.
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy mandates strict quality standards and tribal cultural reflection in Medaram development. The 2026 Jatara, Asia's largest tribal fair, is set for Jan 28-31. Read the full story.
Farmers in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka are using Bollywood actor Sunny Leone's posters to shield their bountiful crops from the 'evil eye'. Discover this unique modern twist on an ancient superstition.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights Gramajanya Farmers' Producer Company in Puttur during Mann Ki Baat. Director Ramapratheek Kariyal calls it a major boost for farmer activities. Read more.