Amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East and concerns over global oil markets, the Government of India has assured citizens that the country’s energy supplies remain stable and secure. Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday stated that India is fully prepared to handle any short-term…
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Coal Production Jumps 18.5% in February 2026
New Delhi, March 2: India’s captive and commercial coal mines recorded robust growth in February 2026, with production reaching 20.49 million tonnes (MT), marking an impressive 18.51% year-on-year increase, according to official data released by the Ministry of Coal. During the month, coal dispatches from these mines stood at 17.72…
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Cabinet Raises POWERGRID Equity Investment Limit
The Union Cabinet has approved enhanced financial powers for POWERGRID, raising its permissible equity investment limit from ₹5,000 crore to ₹7,500 crore per subsidiary. The decision is expected to accelerate India’s power transmission expansion and strengthen renewable energy evacuation infrastructure. The approval was granted by the Cabinet Committee on Economic…
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PM Surya Ghar: 30 Lakh Homes Go Solar
India’s clean energy transformation received a significant push as 30 lakh households adopted rooftop solar power under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi described the achievement as a “commendable milestone” in the country’s journey toward energy security and sustainability. The Prime Minister congratulated beneficiaries across the…
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India–UK Offshore Wind Taskforce Launched for Clean Energy
NEW DELHI, FEBRUARY 18: Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, today launched the India–UK Offshore Wind Taskforce at a high-profile event attended by the Rt Hon Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Mr. David Lammy, and British High Commissioner to India, Ms. Lindy Cameron. Describing…
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India Nuclear Capacity to Triple by 2032: Govt
India’s nuclear energy programme is entering a decisive expansion phase, with installed capacity set to nearly triple to over 22 GW by 2031–32, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. He asserted that the country’s nuclear roadmap is firmly on track despite global geopolitical shifts and…
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SECL DigiCOAL Showcased at CVC Transparency Workshop
New Delhi: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) presented its flagship digital transformation initiative, DigiCOAL, at the Central Vigilance Commission’s (CVC) National Workshop on “Digital Initiatives for Increasing Transparency in Governance,” marking a significant milestone in the Ministry of Coal’s push for technology-driven reforms. National Recognition for Digital Mining Reform The…
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ANEEL Thorium Fuel for PHWRs Under Review
India is exploring the development and deployment of ANEEL, a thorium-based fuel for Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs), as part of its long-term nuclear energy strategy. The government informed Parliament that discussions are underway, subject to approvals from the respective authorities and in accordance with national laws. Union Minister of…
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Rahul Gandhi Slams India-US Trade Deal in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, February 11, 2026: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the government in the Lok Sabha, alleging that the interim trade agreement between India and the United States compromises the country’s economic sovereignty, energy security and farmers’ interests. Participating in the debate on…
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CSIR-NIScPR Hosts Global Meet on Human-Centred AI, Energy Security
New Delhi: The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) organised an international symposium on “Human-Centred AI and Sustainable Development: Holistic Pathways for Energy Security” as an official pre-summit event of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026. Focus on Safe, Trusted and People-Centric AI The day-long symposium, held at…