Men received welfare incentives meant for women in TMC-led Bengal, CM Suvendu Adhikari allegesWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari alleged past irregularities in welfare schemes. He stated men received widow pensions and fake ...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
Why India’s green transition must move beyond large-scale renewable projectsAs India pursues ambitious climate and renewable energy goals, decentralised clean energy solutions are emerging as a critical driver of ru...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Oswal Pumps shares gain 6% on 63 MW rooftop solar project win, eyes Rs 500 crore revenue opportunityOswal Pumps has secured 63 MW rooftop solar projects in Bihar under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, awarded by NBPDCL and SBPDCL, creating over R...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Romanian president nominates new candidate for prime ministerRomania's President Nicusor Dan has appointed Adrian Vestea as prime minister after independent candidate Eugen Tomac withdrew. Vestea, a l...
14 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
B Capital leads SolarSquare’s $50-55 million round at $500 million valuationThe latest round comes about 18 months after SolarSquare raised $40 million in a funding round led by Lightspeed. That round had also seen ...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Govt leaving no stone unturned to make farmers' lives easier: Prime Minister ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi states farmers are vital for India's food security. The government is actively working to improve farmers' liv...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
Consumers who gave up subsidy can use Non-DCR equipment to install rooftop solar at homesResidential consumers can now use non-DCR solar modules for rooftop installations under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. This applies to those who...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.08 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
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