BBMB's Rs 4,000 Cr Pumped Storage Plan for Himachal, Punjab
The Bhakra Beas Management Board unveils a Rs 4,000 crore pumped storage project to boost renewable energy storage and grid stability in North India. Learn how this giant battery works.
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Solar Power Cuts in Rajasthan Due to Grid Congestion
Major solar producers in Rajasthan forced to cut 5GW production due to transmission bottlenecks, highlighting India's grid capacity lag. Read about the impact and solutions.
Massive Fire Engulfs Ludhiana Cattle Feed Factory
A massive fire broke out at a cattle feed plant in Ludhiana's Dhandari Kalan area, requiring 20 fire tenders. No casualties reported, but the factory is severely damaged. Read the full report.
Raichur APMC Sees 50,000 Quintals Paddy Daily Influx
Raichur APMC, Karnataka's largest, is overwhelmed by 50,000 quintals of paddy daily from Andhra & Telangana, forcing intermittent procurement. Read why farmers are flocking here.
Websol, Linton sign MoU for PV ingot, wafer production in India
Kolkata's Websol Energy partners with US-based Linton Crystal to explore manufacturing solar PV ingots & wafers in India, boosting domestic solar supply chain.
MP, NI-MSME Launch Skill Drive for MSMEs via Indore Workshop
Madhya Pradesh Laghu Udyog Nigam partners with NI-MSME to tackle skill shortages in MSMEs. A pilot workshop in Indore trained 60+ workers under the RAMP scheme. Read how this boosts regional industrial growth.
Indore Cold Chain Storage Delayed, Potato Stocks Linger
Cold chain storage for new winter vegetables in Indore faces a two-week delay due to slow clearance of old potato stocks. Association cites poor farmer prices. Read the full impact.
New 12 MLD Sewage Plant for Greater Noida's Techzone
Greater Noida Authority announces a Rs 38-crore, 12 MLD sewage treatment plant in Techzone IT City to address persistent overflow issues. Completion expected in 18 months. Read more.
Kanpur Intensifies Preparations for Ground Breaking Ceremony 5.0
Kanpur ramps up for UP's GBC 5.0, targeting Rs 12,000 crore investment. DM reviews progress, Rs 4,000 crore already 'ready to ground'. Read about the key sectors and directives.
TN's 80% MoU Conversion Shows Investor Trust: Stalin
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin highlights the state's 80% MoU-to-investment conversion rate. The swift launch of Corning's BIGTECH plant exemplifies TN's pro-business governance. Read more.
New 20 MVA Power Transformer Commissioned in Chandigarh
CPDL enhances Chandigarh's electricity infrastructure with a new 20 MVA transformer at IT Park GSS, promising reliable power for Manimajra, Kishangarh & nearby areas. Read more about the city's power upgrade plans.
Nagpur's Rs 1 Lakh Crore Industrial Investment Surge
Nagpur district attracts massive Rs 1 lakh crore industrial investments in a year, with another Rs 78,000 crore in pipeline. Major job creation expected from projects by JSW, Avaada, Pernod Ricard & others. Read more.
IFC Backs India's First Integrated Battery Materials Facility
IFC commits $50M to GFCL EV for India's first fully integrated battery-materials plant in Gujarat. This greenfield project aims to cut import dependence and boost domestic EV supply chains. Read more about this strategic investment.
IndiGo Crisis: 26 Flights Cancelled at Guwahati Airport
Guwahati airport faced major disruptions with 26 IndiGo flights cancelled. DGCA suspends duty limits to ease crisis. Details on passenger support and refunds inside.
Fire at Lower Parel Industrial Unit, One Worker Rescued
A fire caused by a short circuit engulfed an embroidery unit in Mumbai's Lower Parel. While most employees escaped, one was rescued from a bathroom by the fire brigade. Read the full details of the incident and response.
SpiceJet adds 100 flights, supports probe into IndiGo chaos
SpiceJet Chairman Ajay Singh announces 100 extra flights to ease travel disruption caused by IndiGo's crew rostering crisis. He welcomes the government's committee to investigate the incident. Read more.
Surat Textile Workers Strike for Wage Hike After Colleague's Death
A worker's death triggered a major strike in Surat's Bamroli textile hub, halting 150 units. Workers demand higher wages as owners and police negotiate. Read the full story.
BHEL Trichy ED Calls for MSME Upskilling to Meet Demand
BHEL Trichy's ED S Prabhakar emphasized upskilling MSME workforce & digital transformation at a CII conference. Learn about the challenges in raw material procurement and new export opportunities.
Railways Adds 116 Coaches as IndiGo Cancels Flights
Indian Railways deploys 116 extra coaches across 37 trains to manage passenger surge following IndiGo flight cancellations. Southern Railway leads augmentations. Read for details.
12 EHT Towers Removed for Trichy Tidel Park Project
Tantransco begins dismantling 12 high-tension towers in Panjapur to expedite Trichy's Rs 403 crore Tidel Park IT project. Underground cables to replace overhead lines by Jan 2026.
IndiGo Cancellations: 'ItDidn'tGo' Meme Goes Viral
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations strand passengers, spike fares 8-10x. Harsh Goenka's viral 'ItDidn'tGo' meme captures the frustration. Read about the pilot shortage crisis and government action.
DGCA Panel Probes IndiGo Operational Lapses
DGCA forms a high-level panel to investigate IndiGo's operational issues. The regulator had repeatedly advised all airlines on manpower planning. Read the full report.
5 Upcoming Bikes Under ₹5 Lakh for Indian Riders
Get ready for a wave of new motorcycle launches in India! From BMW's new ADV to sporty KTMs, here are five exciting models under ₹5 lakh expected to hit the roads soon. Discover details and expected prices.
Railways Commissions Kavach 4.0 on 738 Route km
Indian Railways boosts safety on its busiest corridors, Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah, by commissioning the indigenously developed Kavach 4.0 Automatic Train Protection system. Read the latest update.
BMW iX1 LWB Gets New Colour & Vegan Interiors in India
BMW India refreshes the iX1 Long Wheelbase electric SUV with a new Night Dusk Blue shade and sustainable vegan leather interiors. Explore the key updates enhancing its luxury appeal.
IndiGo gets DGCA relief on pilot duty rules till Feb 10
DGCA grants IndiGo temporary exemptions from new FDTL norms for night operations until February 10 to stabilise operations. The airline cancelled over 500 flights on Friday.
DGCA eases pilot rest rules, allows leave as weekly rest
India's aviation regulator DGCA reverses a key rule, allowing airlines to count pilot leave as weekly rest. This offers relief to carriers like IndiGo amid major flight disruptions. Read the full story.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: Fares to Rise as Cancellations Mount
IndiGo's operational crisis leads to mass cancellations & delays. Airfares expected to surge 5-8% as airline cuts flights due to pilot shortage & new fatigue rules. Details inside.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 300+ Cancellations, DGCA Probe
IndiGo cancels over 300 flights on Dec 4, stranding thousands. CEO Pieter Elbers cites tech, weather & crew norms. DGCA launches probe. Read for details & passenger outrage.
India's Real Problem: Lack of Innovation, Not Labour Laws
Analysis reveals India's manufacturing decline stems from low R&D spend, not restrictive laws. Demanding longer work hours won't spark a Chinese-style revolution. Read the full story.
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