Punjab's 2025 Industrial Reset: Key Reforms & MSME Plan
Punjab's 2025 policy push amended a 160-year-old law, launched a one-time settlement for disputes, and outlined a plan to save MSMEs. Industry eyes better GST refunds and execution in 2026.
Punjab's 2025 policy push amended a 160-year-old law, launched a one-time settlement for disputes, and outlined a plan to save MSMEs. Industry eyes better GST refunds and execution in 2026.
Delhi recorded its highest December PM2.5 levels since 2018, averaging 211 µg/m³. Pollution peaked at 392 µg/m³, driven by year-round emissions, not just farm fires. Read the full analysis.
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
UP Pollution Control Board to install cameras at 34 factories near Ganga tributaries in Bijnor and Amroha to prevent toxic discharge during Magh Mela from Jan 3 to Feb 15.
Residents of Nagoa, Verna, report untreated industrial waste polluting River Sal's origin. Despite inspections, no action taken, raising serious health and agricultural concerns. Authorities urged to intervene immediately.
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
UP government orders 24-day closure of Kanpur tanneries during Magh Mela 2026 to curb Ganga pollution. Strict monitoring by Pollution Control Board. Read details.
A severe environmental crisis in Barmer prompts NGT intervention. Contaminated water from oil waste and Luni river pollution threaten farms and livelihoods. Read the full report.
Madhya Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation (MPIDC) allots land to 11 units, attracting Rs 2,780 crore in proposals. Pithampur leads with a Rs 1,250 crore project. Discover the key sectors and locations driving this growth.
West Bengal cabinet allocates over 200 acres across industrial parks for key projects, including a Rs 500 crore warehouse by Nahar Enterprises. Details on land distribution and the Gems & Jewellery Park expansion.
Ludhiana's industrial sector welcomes Punjab government's amendments to the Industrial & Business Development Policy-2023, easing norms for plot allotment and boosting MSME growth. Read more.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces approval of 10 industrial projects worth Rs 217 crore, generating 914 jobs. IPB considers custom incentives for large investments over Rs 100 crore. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh cabinet greenlights 12 mega projects worth Rs 15,189.7 crore across 9 districts, set to create thousands of jobs and boost state's trillion-dollar economy goal.
Sirsa administration takes strict action against 20 polluting industries for flouting environmental norms. Learn about the crackdown and its implications for industrial compliance.
Himachal Pradesh's Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh industrial belt faces severe fire hazards as rampant construction eliminates crucial open spaces. Experts warn of disaster without immediate action.
YEIDA cancels allotment of 130 industrial plots for non-registration. Officials warn of revenue loss and stalled development. Read the full story for details.
A massive fire erupted at a plastic recycling plant in Thalassery, Kerala. Firefighters are battling the blaze. No casualties reported so far. Stay updated.
Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation increases service charges for the first time in 17 years to fund major infrastructure upgrades in Pune's industrial zones. Details inside.
A massive water storage tank ruptured at Avaada Group's solar plant in Butibori, Nagpur, killing six workers and injuring nine. The incident raises serious safety concerns.
A tragic building collapse at an Adani Green Energy solar module plant in Nagpur's Butibori industrial area has claimed two lives. Rescue operations concluded, police investigation underway.
Bhiwadi's air quality index reaches 353, 'very poor' category. Over 1000 patients daily seek treatment for pollution-related ailments. Authorities enforce GRAP-IV restrictions and fines.
China shares its detailed roadmap for combating severe air pollution, offering Delhi a potential model. Learn about the key strategies from vehicle control to industrial reform.
Nagpur's Hingna industrial estate faces severe air, water, and noise pollution from RMC plants, threatening worker health and productivity. Industry body demands urgent government action. Read the full report.
Punjab Pollution Control Board seizes assets worth ₹79.93 crore of an ethanol plant in Gurdaspur for groundwater contamination. Read about the enforcement action.
A fatal accident at Agarwal Steel Industries in Rangaipally, Hyderabad, claimed one life and left another worker critically injured after a high-temperature furnace failure. Police are investigating potential negligence.
UPSIDA is transforming Uttar Pradesh's industrial zones with modern street lights, 24x7 CCTV surveillance, and plug-and-play infrastructure, aiming to boost investor confidence and safety. Discover the key upgrades.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann meets Indian Ambassador in Seoul, outlines vision for collaboration in agri-tech, defence & infra. Delegation to engage with major Korean firms.
A 32-year-old labourer died after an old industrial shed collapsed at a Bhosari MIDC construction site in Pune. Police have filed an ADR and are investigating the incident.
Mohali industrialists highlight severe civic issues like poor roads and erratic water supply, demanding immediate action from authorities to improve industrial infrastructure.
CM Nitish Kumar unveils a 5-year industrial roadmap for Bihar, targeting Rs 50 lakh crore investment to create jobs and stop youth migration. Plan includes 100 MSME parks, 10 industrial parks, and a tech hub vision.