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
Four myths about the falling rupee and what India must actually doIndia's rupee is facing pressure from global events. The nation needs a plan to tackle weaknesses that amplify these impacts. Energy indepe...
25 May, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
Forget stocks, you can now profit from Mumbai rains! Here's how NCDEX's unique weather futures workNCDEX has launched India’s first exchange-traded weather derivative contract, RAINMUMBAI, allowing traders and businesses to hedge against ...
21 May, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
These large- mid- and small-cap stocks have an upside potential of up to 31% in 1 year, according to analystsAs nothing can be ruled out on the street, be prepared for anything. Now, what is the probability that the bears will be chased away from t...
14 May, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
Northeast no longer defined by insurgency, isolation: Arunachal CM Pema KhanduArunachal Pradesh is transforming significantly. Once seen as isolated, the state is now a focus of national development. Chief Minister Pe...
01 May, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
Centre proposes to continue river basin management scheme with Rs 2,183 crore outlay for 2026- 31The government plans to continue the River Basin Management scheme from 2026 to 2031. A budget of Rs 2,183 crore is proposed. This initiati...
19 Apr, 2026, 09.45 PM IST
Cabinet clears Rs 1.74 lakh crore projects; major push for HPCL Rajasthan refinery expansion and Jaipur Metro Phase 2The Union Cabinet has approved significant proposals totaling Rs 1.74 lakh crore. These include substantial fertiliser support for farmers,...
08 Apr, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
Arunachal Pradesh Deputy CM chairs review meeting on strengthening transmission & distribution systemArunachal Pradesh is prioritising power infrastructure development to meet growing demands and support upcoming hydropower projects.
18 Apr, 2025, 05.03 PM IST
Cabinet expands Ayushman Bharat scheme for 70+ old citizens, boost for hydropower sector and more: Check highlightsThe Union Cabinet has approved several key schemes to boost healthcare, renewable energy, and sustainable transportation. These include ext...
12 Sep, 2024, 05.31 PM IST
Cabinet clears ₹4,136 crore for North East Hydropower expansionThe union cabinet has approved funding of ₹4,136 crore to aid northeastern states in developing hydropower projects with a capacity of 15,0...
29 Aug, 2024, 12.45 PM IST
India races to build power plants in region claimed by China, sources sayIndia is investing $1 billion in 12 hydropower stations in Arunachal Pradesh to support the region's infrastructure. The move may impact re...
09 Jul, 2024, 05.21 PM IST
Budget: Centre may back states in north-east hydropower playUnion Budget: The Centre could support equity participation by state governments in hydropower projects in the northeast at 24% of the tota...
08 Jul, 2024, 05.30 AM IST
Government proposes scheme for hydropower projects with ₹16,000-crore outlayEnabling infrastructure around hydropower projects will get a budgetary support of around ₹12,000 crore. While the enabling infrastructure ...
12 Jul, 2023, 01.18 AM IST
Centre working on takeout financing scheme for hydro plants: Piyush GoyalPiyush Goyal said that the government will be focusing on revival of hydro and wind power sectors in the current financial year.
20 May, 2016, 06.39 PM IST
Power Ministry may issue tax-free bonds to fund hydropower plantsThe government is considering issuing tax-free bonds to provide long-term finance to hydropower plants, power secretary PK Pujari said.
24 Feb, 2016, 03.49 AM IST
Government to push discoms to purchase hydropowerThe government is also considering launching tradable certificates for the states that do not have potential to meet the proposed obligatio...
08 Jan, 2014, 05.00 AM IST
Hydro-power projects facing problems for clearances: TukiArunachal Pradesh chief minister has said that the state was facing problems in getting forest and environment clearances, in some cases ta...
09 Sep, 2012, 11.28 PM IST