Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

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Government BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
15 Jun, 2026

Urea price crash opens window for reforms, Pg10

Urea price crash offers India a crucial window to overhaul its massive farm subsidy architecture, shifting towards direct income support.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
13 Jun, 2026

The human cost of a deadly weed killer, Pg9

Deadly weed killer Paraquat causes widespread fatalities; states implement bans amid regulatory failures and online availability challenges, demanding national action.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
11 Jun, 2026

Urea prices crash in latest import tender as China partially lifts restrictions, Pg7

India's urea import prices plummet over 50% to $444/tonne as China partially lifts export curbs, providing significant relief for kharif farmers.

Government BudgetingFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
10 Jun, 2026

Fertiliser subsidy burden set to double on global supply crunch, Pg1

India's fertilizer subsidy burden set to skyrocket to Rs 3.4 lakh crore, nearly doubling amidst global supply crunch and Iran war, severely impacting fiscal targets.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
9 Jun, 2026

The boost Centre's solar power schemes need, Pg14

India's Rs 95,000 crore solar schemes, PM Suryaghar and PM-KUSUM, face adoption hurdles from state power subsidies, jeopardizing clean energy transition targets.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
8 Jun, 2026

Rain & fertiliser shortfall can be an opportunity, Pg10

El Niño-induced monsoon and fertilizer shortfalls threaten Indian agriculture; government must seize opportunity to boost millets, pulses, oilseeds with MSP.

Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEconomics of Animal RearingIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
5 Jun, 2026

Launch of e85 on the occasion of World Environment Day (85% Ethanol Blended Petrol), Pg5

India rolls out E85 ethanol-blended petrol on World Environment Day, promising 61% GHG reduction and increased farmer income.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
31 May, 2026

Govt waives import duty on cotton till October 30, Pg13

Government temporarily waives 11% import duty on cotton until October 30, aiming to boost textile industry and lower input costs.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
31 May, 2026

Govt withdraws draft Sugarcane (Control) Order amid opposition, Pg13

Centre withdraws draft Sugarcane (Control) Order, 2026, following opposition from states and stakeholders regarding ethanol and khandsari regulation.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
30 May, 2026

Fertiliser Policy: Why Centre And States Need Better Alignment,Pg12

India's fertiliser challenge is no longer merely about availability; it is about achieving balanced nutrient use, healthy soils and sustainable agricultural growth.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
28 May, 2026

Govt calls for crackdown on fuel diversion, Pg18

Government combats fuel diversion amidst rising global prices, ensuring adequate domestic supply and urging states to enforce regulations against hoarding.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
26 May, 2026

India and Australia – bridging the trade and trust barrier, Pg6

India-Australia FTA negotiations face hurdles over agricultural market access; both nations seek balanced trade and investment opportunities.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
26 May, 2026

Amid West Asia conflict squeeze, unravelling the real cost of India’s fertiliser imports, Pg8

India's fertiliser import bill surges to $27.2 billion amid West Asia conflict, impacting prices and rupee value.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
26 May, 2026

Centre likely to remove 11% duty on cotton as prices soar amid war, Pg13

Centre considers removing 11% cotton duty until October amidst rising prices and West Asia crisis to aid textile manufacturers.

Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
19 May, 2026

The warning signs in India’s import bill, Pg8

Modi urges import reduction amidst widening trade deficit of $333 billion, driven by gold, oil, and electronics imports.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityConservation, Pollution and Degradation
19 May, 2026

Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India, Pg7

India grapples with fertilizer overuse, pollution, and import dependence, necessitating efficiency improvements and policy coordination for sustainable agriculture and food security.

Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
15 May, 2026

Centre to begin onion procurement today, 2 lakh tonne target set, Pg5

Centre initiates onion procurement drive with 2 lakh tonne target to stabilize prices and support farmers income.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
15 May, 2026

Behind govt ban on sugar exports: Iran war, El Niño, Pg13

Anticipating El Niño's impact and potential fertilizer shortages due to geopolitical tensions, the government prohibits sugar exports until September 2026.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
13 May, 2026

West Asia crisis is nudge for fertiliser reform, Pg10

West Asia crisis exposes India's fertiliser import dependence, pushing for subsidy reforms and balanced nutrient use for sustainable agriculture.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
12 May, 2026

Why saving forex could hamper India's growth, Pg9

Modi's appeal to save forex raises concerns about potential economic slowdown due to reduced consumption and investment.

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