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India adds over 50,000 MW of power capacity in 2025-26
Renewable energy has emerged as the primary driver of this growth, accounting for approximately 80 per cent of the new capacity added this year. Solar power led the installations with 34,955 MW, followed by 4,613 MW from wind power. This trend underscores India's ongoing energy transition and its progress towards meeting international clean energy commitments.
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Jan Bhagidari to guide India’s responsible AI push: Jitin Prasada
India's approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rooted in citizen empowerment, trust, and inclusive innovation, Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Jitin Prasada, noted while outlining the country's vision at the AI Impact Summit 2026.
Funding to be considered through charitable institutions: Khattar
Addressing the NAREDCO Conclave 2026 on its second day here, Khattar on Saturday indicated that a dedicated fund could be set up to finance stalled housing projects from the pre-RERA period, in line with broader industry suggestions, so that both their promoters and buyers can reach a win-win settlement.
India forex reserves drop $6.7 bln from record high to $717.1 bln
India's foreign exchange reserves dipped USD 6.711 billion in the week that ended February 6 to USD 717.064 billion, after having reached a new all-time high in the prior week, according to the Reserve Bank of India's latest data.
Japan’s KANKO eyes manufacturing partnership with Tiruppur
KANKO, Japan's most reputed school uniform manufacturer with a distinguished 170-year legacy (founded in 1854), is exploring the possibility of building a reliable and long-term manufacturing partnership in Tiruppur as part of its global supply chain expansion strategy.
Farmers to benefit from zero-duty access to US, UK, and Europe
The newly announced Cotton Mission 2.0 is set to transform the Indian textile landscape by boosting productivity and quality, ensuring that farmers reap the maximum benefits from upcoming Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). Ravi Sam, Vice Chairman of The Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council (TEXPROCIL) and Chairman of the South India Textile Research Association (SITRA), stated that the government's initiative aligns perfectly with the opening of key international markets.
EaseMyTrip reports 15.2% growth in Q3 FY26
Commenting on the results, Nishant Pitti, Chairman, Managing Director and Founder of EaseMyTrip, said that Q3 FY26 performance demonstrates the strength of the company's diversified business model, growing contribution of its non-air segments, and focused efforts to steadily expand its international presence.
India doubles climate spending to 5.6% of GDP, says FM
India has significantly increased its financial commitment to fighting climate change, with spending on climate action rising from 3.7 per cent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) six years ago to nearly 5.6 per cent today. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shared these figures while speaking at the 'Degrees of Instability: Climate Security in a Warming World' townhall in Munich, Germany, on Saturday.
Nothing bets big on India as first flagship store opens
Spanning 5,032 square feet, the flagship space brings together Nothing and CMF products, along with official Nothing merchandise, including apparel, serving as an immersive hub for hands-on discovery, community interaction, and brand storytelling. Designed for self-expression, co-creation, and play, the store is shaped by Nothing's rebellious design philosophy and built with the local community at its core.
"52 reforms in 52 weeks”: Vaishnaw outlines railway overhaul
Union Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced today that the national carrier has achieved unprecedented scale in its logistics division. Highlighting this achievement, the Minister stated, "Indian Railways has become the second largest cargo carrier in the world."
Government sanctions Rs 10,000 crore for Indian startups
The Union Cabinet has approved a new Rs 10,000 crore fund to help Indian startups find the investment they need to grow. Known as the Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0, the money will specifically target deep tech, advanced manufacturing, and founders who are just starting out. The goal is to make sure innovative ideas do not fail simply because they cannot find early financial support.
Goyal assures India to get zero duty access on textiles to US
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday reiterated that India too would get zero export duty access for garments for which cotton yarn is imported from the US, similar to Bangladesh.
Cabinet approves Rs 1 lakh crore fund to overhaul Indian cities
The new fund signals a major change in how the government finances city development. Instead of relying solely on government grants, cities will now be encouraged to raise money from the market and private investors. The government stated that this represents a "paradigm shift in India's urban development approach from grant-based financing to market-linked, reform-driven and outcome-oriented infrastructure creation."
Trade deals a game changer for India’s progress: Piyush Goyal
Today, nearly 70 per cent of global trade markets are open to India, where preferential access has been ensured through Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). This means India now receives special advantages compared to other countries. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal shared this during a press conference on the #ViksitBharatBudget, highlighting that India has concluded 9 FTAs with 38 developed countries. These agreements are a key part of the plan to make India self-reliant and a developed nation by 2047.
Union Cabinet approves extension of Noida Metro’s Aqua Line
In a major boost to urban connectivity in the National Capital Region (NCR), the Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the Noida Metro's Aqua Line from Botanical Garden to Noida Sector 142.
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