(HT) “A developed India is not possible without bold reforms in the power sector. We must achieve our goals without fear or fatigue.” Uttar Pradesh chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh said this on Saturday, setting the tone for a major push by the Yogi Adityanath government to overhaul the state’s power distribution system. Addressing a high-level seminar here, Singh said the government had taken a historic decision to implement immediate reforms in the lagging Dakshinanchal and Poorvanchal distribution companies (discoms), with the twin goals of ensuring quality, uninterrupted power supply and protecting consumer interests. He said the time had come…
Author: Aruna Sharma
(PIB) The Central Electricity Authority (CEA), under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has concurred Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of following 6 Hydro Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) of about 7.5 GW in record time during 2024-25, marking a key milestone in India’s ongoing commitment to developing advanced long term energy storage solutions: Upper Indravati (600 MW) in Odisha Sharavathy (2,000 MW) in Karnataka Bhivpuri (1,000 MW) in Maharashtra Bhavali (1,500 MW) in Maharashtra MP-30 (1,920 MW) in Madhya Pradesh Chitravathi (500 MW) in Andhra Pradesh This is the outcome of the collaborative efforts of the PSP developers, appraising organisations…
(PIB) Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), India’s leading coking coal producer, has taken a significant step in strengthening the nation’s healthcare infrastructure by expanding the Diplomate of National Board (DNB) medical training programs at its Central Hospital Dhanbad (CHD). The recent addition of an Ophthalmology (Eye) specialization course brings the total to five key disciplines, positioning CHD as the most comprehensive DNB training center among all Coal India subsidiaries. DNB Programs Offered at CHD: General Medicine : 4 seats (Post MBBS 3 years Course) General Surgery : 2 seats (Post MBBS 3 years Course) Anaesthesia : 2 seats (1 Post MBBS 3 years…
(PIB) The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy, H.E. Mr. Antonio Tajani called on the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (April 12, 2025). Welcoming Deputy Prime Minister Tajani and his delegation to Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President noted that both India and Italy are rooted in ancient civilizational heritage, with a proud history of contributing to the world through our philosophy, literature, and arts. We have been interconnected over the centuries through trade and the exchange of people and ideas. She noted that present era, the two countries are collaborating closely in…
(PIB) Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah today addressed the 75th Foundation Day celebration of the Gujarati weekly ‘Chitralekha’ in Mumbai, the capital of Maharashtra. On this occasion, several distinguished dignitaries were present, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal, and State Deputy Chief Minister Shri Eknath Shinde among others. While addressing the event, Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah said that the 75-year journey of ‘Chitralekha’ has been a mirror of Gujarati literature, society, lifestyle, and the issues faced by Gujarat and the nation. He said that…
(PIB) The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu in her message on the eve of Vaisakhi, Vishu, Bohag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Meshadi, Vaishakhadi and Puthandu Pirapu which are being celebrated on 13th, 14th and 15th April, 2025 has said:- “On the auspicious occasion of Vaisakhi, Vishu, Bohag Bihu, Poila Boishakh, Meshadi, Vaishakhadi and Puthandu Pirapu, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians living in India and abroad. These festivals celebrated at the time of harvest in various parts of India symbolise our social traditions and unity in diversity. Through these festivals, we honor the hard work of our ‘Annadata’ farmers and express…
(PIB) Yesterday (April 10, 2025), the President addressed the members of the Indian Community at a Reception hosted by the Ambassador of India to Slovakia at Bratislava. The accompanying Minister of State, Smt. Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya as well as Members of Parliament, Shri Dhaval Patel and Smt. Sandhya Ray were present on the occasion. Addressing the enthusiastic gathering of Indian community members, the President said that relations between India and Slovakia are based on mutual respect and shared democratic values. She was happy to note that over the years, India and Slovakia has witnessed a steady growth in economic, political…
(PIB) NITI Aayog has released an insightful report titled “Automotive Industry: Powering India’s Participation in Global Value Chains”. The report was launched by Shri Suman Bery, Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog in presence of Dr. V.K. Saraswat, Member, NITI Aayog, Dr. Arvind Virmani, Member, NITI Aayog and Shri BVR Subrahmanyam, CEO, NITI Aayog. This report offers an extensive analysis of India’s automotive sector, highlighting both opportunities and challenges, and outlining a pathway for positioning India as a key player in global automotive markets. Global and Indian Automotive Landscape In 2023, global automobile production reached approximately 94 million units. The global automotive components…
(PIB) Union Minister of Coal and Mines Shri G. Kishan Reddy was on a two-day visit to South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) to review mining operations, assess CSR initiatives, and strengthen coordination with state authorities. The visit aimed to boost coal production, promote sustainable mining practices, and ensure inclusive development in the region. On the second day of his visit to Chhattisgarh, Shri G. Kishan Reddy held a high-level meeting with the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Shri Vishnu Deo Sai. The deliberations focused on accelerating mining-led economic growth in the state and addressed key areas such as fast-tracking land acquisition…
(Financial Express) National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC), the state-owned integrated power utility company, has charted out plans to add 30 gigawatt (GW) of coal-based capacity by the year 2031-32, up from its earlier target of 26 GW, as the country’s demand for power continues to remain high, said a senior executive of the company who did not wish to be identified. For FY26, the company intends to add 3 GW of coal-based capacity, and 5 GW of renewable energy capacity. For FY25, NTPC has already added 660 megawatt (MW) of thermal capacity and 3.3 GW of renewable energy capacity, respectively. The government…