J&K Accelerates Solar Power Push to Cut Costs
Jammu & Kashmir is rapidly shifting to solar energy to address winter power shortages and high electricity bills. The government has solarized thousands of buildings and installed solar pumps on farms.
Jammu & Kashmir is rapidly shifting to solar energy to address winter power shortages and high electricity bills. The government has solarized thousands of buildings and installed solar pumps on farms.
Facing 50% US tariffs, India aggressively pursues new trade pacts with UK, EU, and others to diversify exports and safeguard its manufacturing ambitions. Explore the strategy and key deals.
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BMW Group India achieves its highest-ever annual car sales in 2025, selling 18,001 units. Electric vehicle sales skyrocket by 200%, contributing 21% to total sales. Read the full analysis.
India's exports to China surged 33% to $12.22 billion from April-November 2024-25, driven by electronics, agriculture, and metals. This marks a structural shift as trade with the US faces high tariffs. Read more.
India speeds up four major hydropower projects on the Chenab river, including the 1000 MW Pakal Dul, reshaping Indus water dynamics with Pakistan under a frozen treaty.
Japanese giants like MUFG, Nidec, and Polyplastics are setting up tech centres in India. Driven by an ageing population and China risk, they aim to tap India's deep talent pool for AI, cybersecurity, and engineering. Read more.
New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon hails the historic Free Trade Agreement with India as a major boost for jobs, exports, and economic growth. Key details inside.
Himachal Pradesh plans to sell its free hydropower quota to commercial entities, targeting Rs 500 crore annually. This strategic shift aims to boost state finances and fund development projects.
Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar reviewed three new hydroelectric projects on the Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir, aiming to boost power generation and water management. Details inside.
Nxtcell India appoints Atul Vivek as CEO effective Jan 1, 2026. With 20 years of leadership experience from Realme, Samsung, and others, he will drive Alcatel's smartphone and AIoT expansion. Read more.
Shark Tank India Season 5 premieres Jan 5, 2026, with new sharks joining the panel. Get all details on judges, timing, and where to watch the business reality show.
Adani Group and Bhutan's Druk Green Power Corporation begin the 570 MW Wangchhu Hydro Electricity Project, a key step in their 5,000 MW hydropower partnership. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu asserts the state's right to land revenue from hydropower projects. A crucial meeting on 25 MW projects is set for Jan 12 in Shimla.
India grants environmental clearance for the 260 MW Dulhasti Stage II hydropower project on the Chenab River, a move Pakistan claims violates the Indus Waters Treaty. This follows the recent suspension of the treaty and signals India's focus on water secu
A major 1200 MW hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh, close to the China border, receives crucial environmental clearance, boosting India's green energy and strategic infrastructure.
Indian companies plan a major hiring surge in 2026, creating 10-12 million jobs. Driven by tech and diversity goals, firms like EY, Tata Motors, and Diageo are expanding teams. Read the full outlook.
India's auto sector ended 2025 with robust growth. JSW MG, Mahindra, Kia & Skoda reported record sales, driven by EVs and strong demand. Get all the key figures and insights here.
A train collision in a Chamoli hydropower tunnel left 88 injured. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami orders a magisterial probe and ensures best medical treatment. Latest updates.
Chinese President Xi Jinping confirms the massive $170 billion hydropower project on the Brahmaputra River is progressing. Learn about the strategic implications for India and regional water security.
A collision between two loco trains inside a tunnel at the THDC Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropower project in Chamoli injured 70 workers. Four remain hospitalized. Chief Minister Dhami monitors the situation.
A loco train collision inside a hydropower project tunnel in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, injured 88 people. The accident occurred late evening with 109 onboard. Details and rescue efforts inside.
A US-based vlogger's heartfelt goodbye video from India, filmed on a two-wheeler, goes viral. He shares how the country's warmth and daily life changed his perspective. Read his emotional journey.
As India enters 2026, it faces critical tests in trade talks with the US, volatile neighbours, and balancing great-power ties. This analysis explores Delhi's strategic choices in a fractured world.
After a turbulent 2025 marked by conflict and trade wars, India enters 2026 with crucial choices on Pakistan, US ties under Trump, and key summits. Explore the high-stakes diplomatic roadmap ahead.
A comprehensive look at the biggest smartphone launches in India for 2025, featuring Samsung, Apple, Google, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and more. Discover the flagships and budget kings that defined the year.
India's environmental panel approves the Dulhasti hydel power project on the Chenab river, a significant step under the Indus Water Treaty framework. Read about its implications and details.
A look back at India's 2025: navigating US tariffs, sealing key trade pacts, expanding in West Asia, and facing military confrontation with Pakistan. Explore the year's diplomatic highs and lows.
India's biggest hydropower project on the Subansiri river is now operational, inaugurated by Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar. A milestone for clean energy in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.
India's largest hydropower plant, the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, has begun operations. The first 250 MW unit was inaugurated, promising to boost clean energy and regional development in the Northeast. Read more.