Author: Aruna Sharma

India’s power sector is undergoing a paradigm shift driven by grid digitalization, renewable energy integration, decentralized power generation, and consumer-centric reforms. To support this transformation, the Ministry of Power has conceptualized the India Energy Stack (IES) — a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for the power sector. The IES aims to enable a connected, intelligent, and interoperable energy ecosystem. As part of this initiative, a Utility Intelligence Platform will be developed using standardized and open APIs and protocols, in collaboration with selected power distribution utilities. This platform will help unlock data from various IT/OT systems to drive innovation and efficiency across the sector. To ensure the IES and its associated…

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उत्तर प्रदेश के मुख्यमंत्री योगी आदित्यनाथ ने आज अपने सरकारी आवास पर आगामी सेवा पखवाड़ा (17 सितम्बर से 2 अक्टूबर 2025) की विस्तृत तैयारियों की उच्च स्तरीय बैठक की। उन्होंने कहा कि प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी के जन्मदिवस से शुरू होने वाला यह पखवाड़ा केवल कार्यक्रमों का आयोजन नहीं है, बल्कि प्रधानमंत्री, पं. दीनदयाल उपाध्याय, राष्ट्रपिता महात्मा गांधी और पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री लाल बहादुर शास्त्री के व्यक्तित्व, कृतित्व और जीवन मूल्यों से प्रेरणा लेकर समाज के गरीब, वंचित और वंचित वर्गों की सेवा का अवसर है। यह ‘अन्त्योदय से राष्ट्रोदय’ की भावना का प्रतीक होगा। मुख्यमंत्री ने बताया कि सेवा पखवाड़ा का…

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In a landmark initiative, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Coal India Limited (CIL) have joined hands for the upgradation of infrastructure and capacity building in 76 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) across Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today (09.09.2025) in New Delhi between CIL and the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC), a Section 8 company under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The ceremony took place in the august presence of Shri Jual Oram, Hon’ble Union Minister of Tribal Affairs, and Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Hon’ble Union Minister of…

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 Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has been conferred the Platinum Award in the 5th edition of ‘EEPC India Quality Awards 2025’ under the PSU category. A significant achievement reflecting BHEL’s unwavering pursuit of offering superior products and services to its customers, this prestigious award is a testament to the company’s steadfast commitment to excellence, competence and strength in Quality, driven by company-wide initiatives viz. Business Excellence, 5S, Quality Circle, Digitalisation, etc. The award was received by Shri S M Ramanathan, Director (Engineering, Research & Development), from Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, 

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Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, will be on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 10–11 September 2025. The two-day visit is focused on deepening bilateral cooperation in education, fostering academic excellence and innovation, and creating new opportunities for students and youth in both countries. During the visit, Shri Pradhan will hold discussions with UAE leaders, Ministers, policymakers, academicians, and representatives from Indian and UAE institutions to enhance collaboration in education, research, and knowledge exchange. Key Engagements: 10 September 2025 Meeting with H.E. Ms. Sara Musallam, Chairperson, Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK).…

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नागपुर के शहरी परिदृश्य को नया रूप देने की दिशा की ओर एक बड़े कदम के रूप में, आवासन और शहरी कार्य मंत्रालय के अधीन आने वाले नवरत्न केंद्रीय सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र उद्यम एनबीसीसी (इंडिया) लिमिटेड ने महानगरीय क्षेत्र में योजनाबद्‌ध अंतरराष्ट्रीय व्यापार और वित्त केंद्र (आईबीएफसी) के रूप में नवीन नागपुर के विकास हेतु नागपुर महानगर प्रदेश विकास प्राधिकरण (एन.एम.आर.डी.ए.) के साथ दिनांक 08.09.2025 को एक समझौता ज्ञापन (एमओयू) पर हस्ताक्षर किए। महाराष्ट्र के माननीय मुख्यमंत्री श्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस और महाराष्ट्र के माननीय उपमुख्यमंत्री श्री एकनाथ शिंदे की गरिमामयी उपस्थिति में श्री के.पी. महादेवास्वामी, अध्यक्ष एवं प्रबंध निदेशक, एनबीसीसी और श्री संजय मीणा, आईएएस, महानगर आयुक्त, एन.एम.आर.डी.ए. द्वारा समझौता ज्ञापन पर औपचारिक रूप से हस्ताक्षर किए गए। इस अवसर पर अन्य गणमान्य व्यक्ति एवं दोनों संगठनों के वरिष्ठ अधिकारी भी…

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The new GST (Goods and Services Tax) rates mark a major transformation in the agriculture and dairy sectors. With the reduction in GST rates, farmers, agricultural and dairy workers, and livestock owners across the country are expressing joy and gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman. Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan termed the new rates a revolutionary decision, expressing hope for historic changes. The impact of the GST reforms will be widely seen among small and medium farmers. Lower GST on agricultural machinery and solar-powered equipment will reduce farming costs and…

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi conducted an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas in Punjab and later chaired a review meeting in Gurdaspur with officials and elected representatives. He assessed the damage and reviewed ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts in the state. The Prime Minister announced ₹1,600 crore financial assistance for Punjab, in addition to the ₹12,000 crore already available with the state. He also assured the advance release of the second instalment of SDRF and benefits under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi. PM Modi emphasized a multi-dimensional recovery plan covering housing, infrastructure, agriculture, education, and livestock support. Key measures include:…

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The Ministry of Coal will organize the Star Rating Awards Ceremony for Coal and Lignite Mines on 4th September 2025 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to honour outstanding performance in operational excellence, environmental management, safety, and community development. Union Minister of Coal & Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest, along with Union Minister of State for Coal & Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey. Senior officials, coal PSU representatives, and industry stakeholders will also participate. The Star Rating system, instituted by the Ministry, evaluates mines under three categories—Underground, Opencast, and Mixed—based on seven modules: Mining Operations,…

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MOIL has sustained its performance momentum by achieving its highest-ever August production of 1.45 lakh tonnes in August 2025, registering an impressive 17% growth over the corresponding period last year (CPLY). On the sales front, the company also delivered strongly with 1.13 lakh tonnes of sales in August 2025, reflecting a remarkable 25.6% growth year-on-year.Further, during April–August 2025, MOIL recorded its best-ever performance with 7.92 lakh tonnes of production (up 9.3% y-o-y) and 50,621 meters of exploratory drilling (up 8.6% y-o-y). Shri Ajit Kumar Saxena, CMD, congratulated team MOIL for this record performance and appreciated their relentless efforts to achieve growth in production and sales, even under challenging weather conditions.

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