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PLASTIC WASTE MANAGEMENT RULES 2026: KEY AMENDMENTS, CHALLENGES, WAY FORWARD

The 2026 Plastic Waste Rules ease compliance by deferring EPR penalties but risk "greenwashing" by redefining incineration as recycling. To ensure true accountability, India must replace self-reporting with unannounced audits, integrate informal workers, and prioritize material recovery over burning plastic.

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WEST ASIA CRISIS: A WAKE-UP CALL FOR INDIA'S ENERGY SECURITY & ECONOMY

To mitigate geopolitical risks and 89% oil import dependency, India must pivot toward energy sovereignty. By scaling ethanol blending, Bio-CNG, and PM PRANAM, the nation can replace costly imports with domestic, low-carbon alternatives, ensuring long-term macroeconomic stability and Atmanirbharta.

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