Accelerating low carbon transition across sectors need of hour: Bhupender Yadav

The deepening conflict in West Asia has placed the Indian economy and the broader Asian region in the "eye of the storm," as supply chain disruptions and surging energy costs threaten to trigger a significant negative growth shock.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 12: As military conflict in West Asia disrupts energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz and global liquidity tightens, leading investors, policymakers and capital markets leaders gathered at IGF Mumbai 2026: Catalysing Capital to assess India's position in an increasingly fragmented global economy.

India is rapidly expanding its ship recycling sector and upgrading shipbreaking yards to meet European environmental standards, as part of a broader effort to strengthen its maritime industry and reduce logistics costs, Sushant Kumar Purohit, Chairperson of VO Chidambaranar Port Authority, said today.

New Delhi [India], March 12: There is something quietly powerful about a window... It neither confines nor escapes. It simply allows us to look, to pause, to breathe between inner and outer worlds. In The Painted Window, multi-award-winning contemporary artist Nandita Desai turns this everyday architectural element into the soul of her fifth solo exhibition, transforming vintage and handcrafted windows into luminous works of art. Running from 16th to 21st March 2026 at the Kamalnayan Bajaj Art Gallery, Nariman Point, Mumbai, the exhibition brings together 50 artworks - windows that look outward at the world, and inward at memory and quiet reflection.

New Delhi [India], March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will headline the NXT Summit 2026 in New Delhi today, March 12. PM Modi will inaugurate the Bharat Progress Report and deliver the chief guest's address at the three-day global leadership forum.

Delhi is expected to witness another significant rise in electricity demand this summer. According to the State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC), last year, Delhi's peak power demand had clocked 8442 MW. This year, it is likely to cross 9000 MW. The expected peak of over 9000 MW represents an increase of over 300 per cent compared to the 2879 MW recorded in 2002. Current trends suggest that Delhi's peak power demand is likely to cross the 10,000 MW mark by 2028-2029.

New Delhi [India], March 12: On the occasion of World Kidney Day, leading kidney experts from across India come together to highlight the growing importance of kidney health and early awareness. As kidney diseases often progress silently without noticeable symptoms in the early stages, timely screening and preventive care are essential. Through their insights, these specialists emphasize the need for healthier lifestyles, regular health monitoring, and greater public awareness to help people protect their kidneys before serious complications arise.

New Delhi [India], March 12: India is undergoing an intense phase of urban transformation, placing immense pressure on essential infrastructure, mobility, and public spaces across its cities. The scale and speed of this change demand urgent, informed, and future-ready responses that balance growth with environmental responsibility and social equity.

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], March 12: VinFast's latest "Trade Gas for Electric" programme adds new incentives for petrol car owners switching to EVs, reinforcing a broader strategy that combines exchange support, resale value guarantees, long warranties and service expansion in India.

New Delhi [India], March 12: In today's digital economy, enterprises depend heavily on uninterrupted technology infrastructure. As global SaaS platforms and OEM technology providers expand across markets, maintaining reliable customer and technical support has become a growing challenge. Companies are no longer looking for basic call center services but for specialized partners who can manage complex IT environments while maintaining speed, quality and brand consistency.