The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) has signed a Performance MoU with the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE), setting ambitious goals for FY 2025-26. Key Highlights Takeaway: IREDA’s consistent performance and higher targets underscore its central role in powering India’s renewable energy growth story. Source: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (PIB) Want to know…
25 August 2025 (Ministry of Commerce & Industry) – India’s Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has achieved a historic ₹15 lakh crore cumulative Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) since its launch in 2016, underscoring its role as the country’s largest digital public procurement platform. Key Highlights GeM’s journey reflects not just procurement but empowerment, innovation, and inclusivity—contributing to the larger vision…
India has approved 23 chip-design projects under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme, with 72 companies gaining access to advanced Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools. The goal is to boost India’s semiconductor ecosystem across surveillance, energy, mobility, aerospace, and industrial applications. Among these, Vervesemi Microelectronics — a fabless semiconductor company founded in 2017 — has…
A new update from the Ministry of Jal Shakti shows that India has made significant progress under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II. As of 13 August 2025, over 5.66 lakh villages have been declared ODF Plus (Open Defecation Free Plus) — meaning they not only sustain toilet usage but also manage solid and liquid…
The Ministry of Jal Shakti, in a Rajya Sabha reply today (18 Aug), shared the latest allocations under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase-II. Villages must set up compost pits, soak pits, and greywater management systems, with per capita financial aid of ₹60 (population ≤5,000) and ₹45 (above 5,000) for solid waste. For greywater, support rises…
18 August 2025 (Ministry of Jal Shakti Report) — A new groundwater assessment released by the Ministry of Jal Shakti (based on 2024 data) shows rising water stress across India. The National Compilation of Dynamic Ground Water Resources, 2024 identified 193 districts as water scarce — including 102 over-exploited, 22 critical, and 69 semi-critical. Rajasthan…
14 Aug 2025 — According to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry (Department of Commerce, PIB), India’s total exports (merchandise & services) grew 5.23% in April–July 2025 to US$ 277.63 billion, while imports rose 4.25% to US$ 308.91 billion. In July 2025 alone, merchandise exports climbed 7.29% YoY to US$ 37.24 billion, led by strong…
DPIIT reported India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI) fell -0.58% YoY in July 2025, slipping into negative territory after a small decline in June (-0.13%). The drop was driven by steep falls in vegetable prices (-28.9%), including onions (-44.4%) and potatoes (-41.3%), along with declines in mineral oils, crude, and basic metals. However, on a month-on-month basis, WPI…
On 12 August 2025, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry reported that India continues to dominate global turmeric exports, holding a 66% share of worldwide trade in 2024. In FY 2024-25, exports touched 176,325 tonnes worth $341 million, with Maharashtra leading state-wise earnings at $155.35 million. Top importers were Bangladesh, UAE, USA, Malaysia, and Morocco….
What is a sand battery? A sand battery is a big, well-insulated tank filled with ordinary sand (or sand-like rock). When cheap renewable electricity is available, electric heaters warm the sand to about 500–600°C. Later, fans push air through pipes inside the hot sand to pull the heat back out for buildings, hot water, or…
When we talk about investing in gold, most Indian households don’t think of ETFs, sovereign bonds, or digital gold. They think of bangles, necklaces, and earrings — passed down generations, stored in lockers, and bought during weddings. But here’s the reality: not all gold is a good investment.Gold jewellery, despite its sentimental and cultural value,…
India’s clean energy journey is gaining serious momentum. In 2025, the country finds itself at a powerful crossroads — trying to balance booming energy demand, energy security, and climate responsibility. In this article we will take a deep, data-backed look at where India stands today, what’s working, what’s not, and how far we still have…