FM Sitharaman discusses ways to boost growth with Bengal CMThe meeting, coming just over a month after the BJP stormed to power in West Bengal for the first time, also dwelt on improving the credit ...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
Tech played a key role in ensuring welfare schemes reach poor: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi underscored technology's crucial role in delivering welfare to the poor. He stated that his government's core ...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Over 58 crore Jan Dhan accounts bring crores of Indians into formal banking system: Nirmala SitharamanFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced over 58 crore Jan Dhan accounts have integrated millions into formal banking. The Pradhan Man...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Power entering a 10-year supercycle? Elara Capital's Rupesh D Sankhe reveals the best stocks to ownIndia's power sector is set for a major boom. Demand is expected to surge by 5% to 6% annually for the next decade. This growth is fueled b...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
West Bengal set to become 36th State/UT to implement Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya YojanaWest Bengal is set to join the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme on June 8, marking a significant step towards universal health coverage. The s...
07 Jun, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
PM rooftop solar scheme set for 7.5 million milestoneIndia's PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is set to reach over 7.5 million homes by year-end, with 4 million already benefiting. The scheme, ...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.22 AM IST
India crosses 41 lakh household-mark under rooftop solar scheme, to touch 75 lakh in Dec: JoshiIndia is set to reach 75 lakh rooftop solar households by December under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a significant jump from the c...
04 Jun, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
Summer travel plans show no signs of slowing: Domestic demand remains strong despite higher airfares, rising fuel costs & fewer flightsDespite rising airfares and fuel costs, Indians are continuing their summer holidays, though many are adjusting their plans. Domestic trave...
04 Jun, 2026, 06.05 AM IST
Govt plans WhatsApp bot for PM Surya Ghar scheme to help households estimate subsidies, costs and savingsA new WhatsApp bot is coming to simplify rooftop solar adoption. Households can easily check subsidies and installation costs for the PM Su...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
India became world's second largest solar market in 2025: Bhupender YadavIndia has become the world's second-largest solar market, surpassing the US in annual capacity additions for 2025. The nation's solar capac...
03 Jun, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
West Bengal launches Annapurnar Yojana; Rs 3,000 monthly aid to reach 28 lakh womenWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has launched the Annapurna Yojana. The scheme requires fresh form filling to ensure only eligib...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Centre targets nearly 300 GW power generation capacity by next year: Manohar Lal KhattarIndia is boosting its power generation capacity, focusing on nuclear energy. The nation aims to reach nearly 300 GW next year. Nuclear powe...
31 May, 2026, 09.51 PM IST
Government rules out blanket ALMM List-II extension beyond June 1; case-by-case relief for solar projectsThe Ministry of New and Renewable Energy will not extend the ALMM List-II deadline past June 1, 2026. Projects commissioned after this date...
25 May, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
Delayed solar projects may get limited relief ahead of June 1 sourcing deadlineThe government is currently considering measures to ease the burden on solar initiatives delayed by unforeseen circumstances. While a total...
25 May, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
Andhra, Odisha tug-of-war over 21 Kotia villagesA long-standing border dispute between Andhra Pradesh and Odisha has reignited. Odisha conducted a census in 21 disputed villages, leading ...
23 May, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
More RWAs may find their place in the Sun as govt looks to scale rooftop solar installationsAs part of a nationwide strategy to enhance rooftop solar energy deployment, resident welfare associations are emerging as crucial allies f...
22 May, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
Andhra Cabinet recommends slew of measures to ward off war impactAndhra Pradesh cabinet proposes austerity measures to combat economic challenges. Recommendations include 'No Vehicle Day', online classes,...
14 May, 2026, 06.25 PM IST