On Sunday, Tamil Nadu utilized 26.8 million units of wind power, marking the beginning of the new wind season, according to K. Kasthurirangaian, the president of the Indian Wind Power Association.
Infrastructure
Building a Sustainable Future: Domestic Critical Mineral Production and Sustainable Mining
The United States has recognized the need for a reliable supply of critical minerals to support the growth of the renewable energy sector and reduce dependence on imports. Critical minerals are essential for the production of solar panels, electric vehicles, wind turbines, and electricity networks, and include metals such as copper, cobalt, nickel, lithium, and platinum.
Powering Towards a Sustainable Future: India’s Investment in Renewable Energy
NTPC Limited, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise, has been granted an exemption by the Indian Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) from the current guidelines of power delegation to make investments in NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), a subsidiary of NTPC Ltd.
Lessons from India’s Security Approach: Borrowing Ideas for a Safer and More Prosperous Future
The Indian Home Minister, Amit Shah, affirmed that the Government’s policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism, insurgency, and left-wing extremism will continue in the upcoming years. He expressed his confidence that the Central Industrial and Security Force (CISF) will play a pivotal role in achieving this goal.
Lessons in Growth and Development: Borrowing Ideas from India’s Prime Minister
Today, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the new campus of IIT Dharwad to the nation, which was developed at a cost of Rs 850 crore. Additionally, he inaugurated the world’s longest railway platform at Hubballi station and dedicated the electrification of the Hospete-Hubballi-Tinaighat section and upgraded Hosapete station projects.
Empowering Traditional Artisans: Lessons from India’s PM-Vishwakarma Scheme
On March 11, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the government has been working towards improving the skills of millions of young people through initiatives such as the Skill India Mission and the Kaushal Vikas Kendras. Speaking at a post-budget webinar on ‘PM Vishwakarma Kaushal Samman (PM VIKAS),’ he explained that these schemes have created numerous job opportunities for the youth in India.
Electrifying Success: Lessons from the Indian Central Railway’s Green Initiative
The broad gauge network of the Indian Central Railway spanning 3,825 kilometers has now achieved 100% electrification, resulting in an annual reduction of 5.204 lakh tonnes of carbon emissions.
From Self-Employment to Infrastructure Development: How India is Creating Jobs
In a video message delivered at a Rojgar Mela in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the Government is working on a comprehensive plan to create both direct and indirect employment opportunities throughout the country.
Going Digital: How Nigeria, India and Others are Promoting Digital Payments Adoption
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched the “Har Payment Digital” mission during Digital Payments Awareness Week (DPAW) 2023, with the aim of making every person in India a user of digital payments. The campaign theme, “Digital Payment Apnao, Auron ko bhi Sikhao” (Adopt digital payments and also teach others), will be observed from March 6th to March 12th, 2023.
Taking Healthcare to New Heights: Drones for Emergency Medicine Delivery
The Char Dham yatra, a pilgrimage that draws people from across India, is set to receive a boost in health support and emergency management infrastructure from the Indian government. Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has announced plans for a three-layered healthcare system to be put in place for pilgrims.