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
Agriculture Ministry's FY27 budget at Rs 1.4 lakh crore a five-fold jump from 2013-14 levelThe Modi government has five-folded the agriculture ministry budget to Rs 1.4 lakh crore for 2026-27. Over 3,000 climate-resistant crop var...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.06 PM IST
Finance Minister to review flagship schemes with state-owned banks, RRBs in West Bengal: SourcesFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will soon review key schemes like Jan Dhan, Mudra, and PM Vishwakarma in West Bengal. She will meet wit...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
UDF govt attempting to implement PM SHRI scheme, alleges CPI(M) leader SivankuttySenior CPI(M) leader V Sivankutty alleged the Kerala government is spreading misinformation about the PM SHRI scheme. He stated the previou...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.46 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
Bhanu Saptami 2026 date on June 7 or 8? Check Adhik Maas Saptami date, how to worship Lord Surya, significance and mantrasBhanu Saptami 2026 kab hai: Bhanu Saptami, a significant occasion for Lord Surya worship, will be celebrated on Sunday, June 7, 2026. This ...
06 Jun, 2026, 03.09 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
West Bengal will work with Centre to ensure state receives all benefits of double-engine govt: CM Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari pledged close collaboration with the Centre to secure benefits of a 'double-engine government' ...
30 May, 2026, 06.36 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
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