Centre Amends Electricity Rules to Empower Consumers

New Delhi: In a significant move towards enhancing consumer rights and promoting sustainable energy, the Government of India has approved amendments to the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020. Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy, RK Singh, announced the amendments, emphasizing their role in reducing timelines for new electricity connections and simplifying…

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SJVN Achieves Commercial Operation of 50 MW Gujrai Solar Power Station in Uttar Pradesh

Kanpur Dehat:  Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Limited, a distinguished Mini Ratna, Category-I, and Schedule ‘A’ Central public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has achieved a significant milestone with the successful commercial operation of its 50 MW Gujrai Solar Power Station in Kanpur Dehat, Uttar Pradesh. The Gujrai Solar Power Station, executed by…

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Prime Minister Modi to Dedicate NTPC’s Lara Super Thermal Power Station Stage-I and Lay Foundation for Stage-II

Raigarh: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to dedicate the Stage-I (2×800 MW) of NTPC’s Lara Super Thermal Power Station and lay the foundation stone for Stage-II (2×800 MW) through video-conferencing on 24th February 2024. The power station is located in Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. Stage-I of the Lara Super Thermal Power Station, constructed with an…

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Kalyani Steel Signs MoU with Odisha Govt for Titanium Metal & Aerospace Components Manufacturing Complex

Bhubaneswar: In a groundbreaking development, Kalyani Steel, a leading player in the steel industry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the government to establish a Titanium Metal & Aerospace Components Manufacturing, and Integrated Advanced Specialty Steel and Automotive Components Manufacturing Complex in Odisha. The strategic partnership between Kalyani Steel and the Odisha government aims…

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National Archives of India Delegation Explores Bilateral Cooperation with Oman’s National Records and Archives Authority

New Delhi: A delegation from the National Archives of India (NAI), led by Arun Singal, Director General of Archives, visited the National Records and Archives Authority (NRAA) of Oman on February 21-22, 2024. The purpose of the visit was to identify areas of mutual cooperation in the archival field. During the visit, the NAI delegation…

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Facilitates Disbursement of Rs 1,143.05 Crore in Loans during Credit Outreach Programme in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh

Maharajganj:  In a significant boost to financial inclusivity, Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman presided over the Credit Outreach Programme in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, where she handed over sanction letters and cheques from banks to beneficiaries under various Central Government schemes.

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Rajnath Singh and Netherlands Defence Minister Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Ties in Defence, Emphasize Maritime Security

New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh engaged in a bilateral meeting with the Netherlands Defence Minister, Ms Kajsa Ollongren, in New Delhi. The discussions primarily focused on opportunities to expand bilateral defence cooperation, with special emphasis on the maritime and industrial sectors. Both ministers acknowledged the heightened collaboration between their navies and expressed a shared…

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Russian Delegation Holds Talks with Indian Tourism Officials to Boost Bilateral Tourism

New Delhi: In a bid to strengthen ties and enhance tourism cooperation between Russia and India, a high-profile Russian delegation, led by Evgeny Kozlov, First Deputy Head of the Office of the Mayor and the Government of Moscow, Chairman of the Moscow City Tourism Committee, engaged in discussions with Ms. Manisha Saxena, Director General of the Ministry of Tourism in India, earlier today.

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