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Panel calls for dedicated mechanism to mobilise private capital, predictable carbon market and stronger sustainability disclosures
Tirunelveli did not qualify for implementation of a suitable MRTS, while the Detailed Feasibility Report for Salem is under consideration.
This comes after the State dropped the 27,400-crore greenfield airport project at Parandur.
Suzlon said Europe is entering a key repowering phase, creating demand for higher-capacity, site-specific turbines
During July 2026, the Indian wireless market expanded by 55.38 lakh mobile subscribers; its base surged to 128.79 crore by the end of July, up from 128.23 crore from the previous month
The US continued to be the single-largest export destination, accounting for 16% of the total export value during the quarter
Within the Manufacturing sector, 19 out of 23 industry groups have recorded a positive growth in July 2026 over July 2025
Market participants seek greater clarity from Federal Reserve on its stance towards persistent inflation, policy approach to tackling it, and whether it can soothe concerns amid recent bond-market turbulence
The minister said 10,849 of the 11,850 applications received were found eligible
The State launches the campaign as part of the government's efforts to draw tourists' attention to the aspects through experiential tourism
The wireless subscriber base grew 0.46% to 1.31 billion, while wireline connections increased 0.39% to 48.01 million
India's top seven cities recorded net office absorption of 27.4 million sq ft in the first half (H1) of 2026, up 2% y-o-y
The Madras HC also issued notice to the DMK IT wing and posted the matter for further hearing on September 15.
Spot gold was steady at $4,603.91 per ounce by 0652 GMT, having reached a three-month high of $4,696.18 on Tuesday after the US Treasury announced support for long-duration bonds
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka launched the initiative on Thursday at the SCCL gold and copper mining block in Lingadahalli village, Raichur district
The first Kanda Express, carrying 453.65 tonnes of onion in 21 wagons, reached the national capital in the morning, Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare said
The campus will span 8.5 acres with a 730.7 crore investment over five years, to be fully funded by an Indian government grant from MeitY
Bids will open on Ocotber 31 to select the Development-cum-Production Partner (DcPP) for 5 AMCA prototype production
The suggestions received would be examined by the Committee together with the inputs already received from the various revenue-generating departments of the State, he added.
A total of1,437 crore was sanctioned for critical infrastructure across the 29 capital villages, including roads, underground drainage, drinking-water pipelines and street lighting.
The increase is significantly higher than the 5 per cent hike proposed by KPDCL and JPDCL
Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena announced the reduction in a post on X, saying the move would promote affordable clean energy and improve access to cleaner fuels for consumers in the Union Territory.
The tax cut is expected to ease energy costs, encourage cleaner fuel adoption and support wider access to piped gas across the Union Territory
The new facility aims to meet nearly all domestic demand for safer cables, with capacity expandable to 60,000 tonnes as the market grows
The number of beneficiary families has steadily risen from 3.06 lakh in FY23 to 9.21 lakh in FY26
The Design & Development of Aravalli engine is expected to be completed by 203233, HAL said on Wednesday
UN CERD flags alleged rights violations, racial profiling and forced returns
TNAIM will be renewed and incorporated as a Section 8 not-for-profit company, while a new government company called the Tamil Nadu AI Vision (TNAIV) will function as the commercial arm of the mission
Velugonda Phase-I will provide irrigation water to 1.19 lakh acres, while Phase-II is expected to cover another 3.283 lakh acres
The wind energy projects are expected to generate 1,600 direct and indirect jobs
Arriving passengers to pay fee for first time
The talks assumed significance as they are being held ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's much-anticipated visit to New Delhi to attend the BRICS summit on September 12-13.
The price band of the issue has been fixed between 227 and 239 per share
The States food safety regulator directed the three platforms to immediately remove all listings, advertisements and promotional material offering Datura
The partnership will fund a school eye health program to screen 2 million students in grades 5 to 10 at Zilla Parishad and government schools
Tabling the policy note in the Assembly, Industries Minister S Keerthana assuring that land acquisition for an alternative airport would not come at the cost of agriculturists livelihoods.
The initiative comes as students and job aspirants continue protests in Patna, with authorities seeking a direct mechanism to address complaints
The Chief Minister also urged recruitment boards and commissions to shorten timelines and complete examinations and results within specified periods
The Minister stated that about 328,701 government school teachers in the State may lose their job benefits or positions if they do not pass the Teacher Eligibility Test
The proposed system will help authorities identify buildings needing immediate closure, urgent repairs or continued use based on structural assessments
The announcements come as West Bengal seeks to showcase fresh industrial activity and expand investment across multiple sectors
The state outlined sector-specific growth plans and measures aimed at attracting investment, strengthening industries and expanding economic opportunities across districts
The focus could turn again on Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu districts
Under the Bill, up to 5% of the total extent of any park or garden can be alienated for infrastructure or utility projects
Both sides discussed ways to strengthen India-GCC relations, exchanged views on regional and international developments, and reviewed preparations for a ministerial meeting scheduled next month
Rainfall remained uneven across the State, with six districts receiving normal showers while several others recorded significant shortfalls during the season
Health facilities across the State have been advised to ensure adequate availability of essential supplies, including PPE, N95 masks and Oseltamivir
The auto drivers called off their planned indefinite strike from today following assurances by the state government on their various demands
The projects will expand shipbuilding and defence manufacturing capabilities while strengthening indigenous production and creating opportunities for local industries and workers
In Tokyo, Goyal will hold a series of meetings with top executives of major Japanese industrial conglomerates

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