In Short : Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal Khattar reviewed the Power and Urban Development sectors in Jammu & Kashmir, focusing on infrastructure, AMRUT 2.0 progress, and housing schemes like PMAY and PM-SVANidhi. He emphasized timely implementation, improved winter power supply, renewable energy adoption, and inclusive development to ensure better urban services and sustainable growth […]
In Short : Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal chaired the Regional Power Conference in Chandigarh with Northern States and UTs, emphasizing energy security and infrastructure growth. He urged states to boost renewable capacity, complete prepaid smart meter installations, and improve financial viability of utilities. The conference aimed to strengthen central-state cooperation for building a resilient […]
In Short : Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal met ADB President Masato Kanda to strengthen India-ADB collaboration in urban development, transport, housing, and energy. Discussions focused on sustainable urbanization, multimodal transit systems, and power infrastructure. They aligned on investment strategies for India’s 2047 vision. Kanda reaffirmed ADB’s support for India’s growth and praised its urban […]
In Short : Union Minister Pralhad Joshi praised Diu as a national model for renewable energy, being the first district in India to meet its entire daytime power demand through solar energy. With an installed capacity of 11.88 MW, Diu showcases economic and environmental benefits. Joshi urged replicating this model nationwide to accelerate clean energy […]
In Short : At the CII Annual Business Summit 2025, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted India as a trusted global partner due to its political stability, visionary leadership, and sustainability goals. He emphasized India’s climate initiatives, international collaborations, and economic growth. Yadav also praised India’s global humanitarian role, including COVID-19 vaccine support to over 100 […]
In Short : Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, reviewing Karnataka’s power sector in Bengaluru, urged faster financial reforms and accelerated smart meter rollout. He directed prepaid smart meters in all government buildings by August 2025 and stressed timely dues clearance, cost-reflective tariffs, and resolving transmission issues. The Centre pledged support to boost Karnataka’s power […]
In Short : Union Minister Manohar Lal is in Brazil to attend the BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting, focusing on energy security and sustainability. He will showcase India’s progress, including a 90% increase in power capacity, leadership in renewable energy, and innovations in green technologies. The meeting emphasizes global cooperation for clean energy, highlighting India’s commitment […]
In Short : Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal reviewed Goa’s power sector, praising the state’s universal electrification and reduced AT\&C losses (9.32%). He urged swift smart meter implementation, especially in government and high-load areas, and suggested exploring local power generation, including a nuclear facility, to reduce the 80% import dependency. The Minister commended Goa’s efforts […]
In Short : Union Minister Piyush Goyal addressed the Columbia India Energy Dialogue, highlighting India’s leadership in the global energy transition. He noted India’s achievements, including meeting its 2030 renewable energy target in 2022 and establishing a 500 GW national grid. Goyal emphasized the need to address overconsumption in prosperous nations and called for global […]
In Short : Union Minister Manohar Lal visited Pandit Deendayal Energy University’s SOPAL, a 45 MW solar PV assembly line. Set up with ₹32 crore investment, the facility trains students in solar panel manufacturing. He praised the university’s innovation and hands-on learning approach, highlighting its role in advancing India’s renewable energy and clean technology goals. […]