India's Fertilizer Self-Reliance Stumbles as Imports Surge
India's push for fertilizer self-sufficiency faces a major setback as urea imports jump 120% and DAP imports rise 54% in FY26, straining subsidies and soil health.
India's push for fertilizer self-sufficiency faces a major setback as urea imports jump 120% and DAP imports rise 54% in FY26, straining subsidies and soil health.
Agricultural experts sound alarm as Telangana's urea consumption spikes 22% in four years, raising soil health concerns and subsidy policy questions.
India's domestic production now meets 73% of its fertiliser demand, a significant rise from 57% in 2020-21, reducing import dependency and boosting food security. Discover the government's strategy for self-reliance.
Telangana School Education Department extends Pongal holidays for all schools till January 16, 2026. Get details on the official order, reason for extension, and key instructions.
Farmers in Udaipur held a unique protest against urea shortage and black marketing. They garlanded donkeys, symbolically mourned a fertiliser bag, and demanded systemic reforms. Read more.
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.
Telangana farmers exceed urea limits by 50-100%, harming crop quality and health. Experts warn of cancer, kidney risks, and soil damage. Learn the scientific guidelines.
Telangana govt levies road safety tax on new vehicles; funds to boost safety measures. Assembly also approves two private universities. Read key details.
BRS leaders protested in the Telangana assembly, demanding a discussion on the severe urea shortage affecting farmers. The Congress government faced criticism for alleged failure in supply management.
Telangana unveils ambitious Tourism Policy 2025-2030, securing over ₹22,324 crore in investments to generate 90,000 jobs. Key initiatives include international festivals and 27 special tourism zones.
Telangana DGP reports 509 Maoist surrenders in 2025, with a significant drop in overall crime. Cybercrime losses fell 21%, while road safety remains a concern. Read the full report.
A fertiliser dealer in Barwani's Pati faces an FIR after officials caught him selling urea at Rs 550 per bag, far above the government-fixed price of Rs 266.50. Read the full details of the investigation and its implications for farmers.
Active adults often face high urea & cholesterol in tests. Doctors explain when it's a real concern, the role of diet & exercise, and crucial lifestyle changes needed. Read more.
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.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation for a Rs 10,600-crore ammonia-urea plant in Namrup, Assam. The plant will produce 12.7 lakh metric tonnes of urea annually, boosting agriculture and industry in the Northeast. Read more about this historic
PM Modi inaugurates a massive brownfield ammonia-urea plant in Namrup, Assam. The Rs 10,601 crore project promises industrial growth and thousands of jobs for the Northeast region.
PM Narendra Modi visits Dibrugarh on Dec 21 to launch a landmark Rs 11,000-crore Ammonia-Urea plant. The project will boost NE India's agriculture and economy. Read details.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary SP Goyal mandates 25-tonne urea stock at sales centres, warns of FIRs for overcharging. Also reviews KGBVs, Adarsh Schools, and plans Atal Vajpayee centenary events.
Telangana govt prepares to operationalise nine new Critical Care Blocks in district hospitals from January first week. This move aims to reduce referrals to Hyderabad and strengthen golden hour emergency care across the state.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath warns of NSA for fertiliser adulteration, orders daily review. Strict action promised against overcharging & irregularities. Details on state's fertiliser stock inside.
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy met Congress leader Sonia Gandhi in Delhi, briefing her on the Global Summit and the state's 2047 vision document. Discover the key discussions on investments and welfare schemes.
DRI uncovers a racket diverting subsidised urea meant for farmers to the black market. 1.9 lakh kg seized near Bengaluru, highlighting a major scam. Read the full investigation details.
Karnataka Agriculture Minister N Cheluvarayaswamy clarifies urea seizure was a joint state-central operation, details 190-tonne stock, and addresses shortage & political criticism. Read the full story.
Telangana's ambitious 'Rising-2047' plan, backed by Penn World Table data, targets an 11% GDP growth rate to become a $3 trillion economy. Discover the strategies for FDI, municipal bonds, and skilling.
Assam DGP Harmeet Singh reviewed security for PM Modi's Dec 21 Namrup visit to lay the foundation stone for a Rs 11,000-crore ammonia-urea project. The plant aims to boost agriculture and create jobs.
Centre sanctions massive Rs 35,045-crore rail plan for Telangana, featuring 20 projects including 6 new lines and 14 doubling works across 2,165 km. Details inside.
A counsellor warns that over-reliance on AI can lead to a 'lazy mode' brain. Discover the balance between tech and mental exercise for better cognitive health.
A 2025 report reveals alarming groundwater over-extraction in Kolar, Bengaluru Urban, Chikkaballapur, Bengaluru Rural, and Chitradurga. Urgent action is needed to prevent a water crisis.
BRS MLA Harish Rao accuses Telangana Congress govt of burdening public with ₹82,000 crore extra power costs by rejecting cheaper NTPC supply. Details on the thermal plant controversy inside.
Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary reveals Telangana contributed ₹4.36 lakh crore to central coffers from 2019-2025, receiving ₹3.76 lakh crore back. See the widening gap in recent years.