India assesses over 102 GWp floating solar potential, dedicated scheme in the works
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi on Wednesday, 10 June released the Floating Solar PV Potential Assessment of India report, which estimates more than 102 GWp of floating solar PV potential across the country. With this assessment, India’s total assessed solar potential has reached 3,445 GWp. According to Joshi, the ministry […]
Indian Railways to conduct nationwide fire safety audits at stations to strengthen passenger safety, protect railway assets
Indian Railways will conduct fire safety audits at railway stations across the country as part of efforts to strengthen passenger safety and protect railway assets. According to a statement by the Ministry of Railways on Wednesday (10 June), the initiative will assess existing fire safety systems at stations and identify areas requiring improvement. The audits […]
Electricity bills from 68 DISCOMs and power departments now available on DigiLocker
DigiLocker has onboarded 68 electricity distribution companies and power departments across the country, enabling millions of consumers to access their electricity bills digitally through the platform. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology on Wednesday (10 June), the integration covers utilities across 35 States and Union Territories and includes […]
Government extends CGSMFI-2.0 till August 2026, raises large MFI loan limit to ₹1,000 crore
The Government has extended the validity of the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0) till 31 August 2026, or until guarantees worth ₹20,000 crore are issued, whichever is earlier. According to a statement by the Ministry of Finance, the government has also increased the maximum loan amount capped for large-sized NBFC-MFIs and MFIs from […]
Government approves 22 new textile PLI applicants, takes total approved companies under Round-3 to 96 with ₹12,822 crore investment
The Government has approved 22 new applicants under Round-III of the Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Textiles. According to a statement by the Ministry of Textiles, the newly approved companies are expected to bring in a total investment of ₹2,339.14 crore. These companies are also expected to generate a projected turnover of ₹15,561.34 crore in […]
Indian Navy to get 20 enhanced capability satellite signal jammers as MoD inks ₹449 crore deal with Bengaluru-based firm
The Ministry of Defence has signed a ₹449 crore contract with Bengaluru-based Accord Software and Systems Private Limited for the procurement of 20 Enhanced Capability Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Jammers for the Indian Navy. The contract was signed in New Delhi on Wednesday (10 June) in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. […]
Modi Cabinet clears ₹1,234.91 crore GPRA housing project in Amaravati with 1,504 homes for central government employees
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the construction of General Pool Residential Accommodation at New Capital City, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. This will be the first GPRA project in Amaravati as well as in Andhra Pradesh. The project will be developed over 17 acres and will include 11 residential towers with 1,504 dwelling units […]
Ahmedabad Metro to get 6.032-km airport corridor as Union Cabinet approves ₹2,169 crore Phase 2A expansion
The Union Cabinet has approved Phase 2A of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project, covering a 6.032-km corridor from Koteshwar Road to the airport. The project will have five stations, including four elevated stations and one underground station. These include Ashram Road, Koteshwar Prachin Mandir, Sabarmati River, Sardar Nagar and Airport. The total completion cost of […]
IRCTC moves against unauthorised e-catering platforms, legal action initiated against operators
IRCTC has launched a coordinated crackdown against unauthorised e-catering entities operating across the Indian Railways network, with legal and criminal action initiated against several online platforms accused of offering food delivery services without approval. The action is aimed at protecting passenger health, data privacy and service quality, the Ministry of Railways said in a statement […]
Coal ministry to hold roadshow on coal and lignite gasification projects in Hyderabad on 11 June
The Ministry of Coal will organise a roadshow on coal and lignite gasification projects in Hyderabad on 11 June 2026, as part of its wider push to accelerate coal gasification projects across the country. The Hyderabad event follows the ministry’s earlier roadshow in New Delhi, which saw strong participation from industry stakeholders. The ministry said […]