India Achieves Peak Power Demand with Zero Shortage

On June 9, 2025, India successfully met a peak power demand of 241 GW without any shortages, marking a significant milestone in the country's power sector. Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal announced that India added a record 34 GW of generation capacity in 2024-25, primarily from renewable sources. Key initiatives include a new 30 GWh Battery Energy Storage scheme, an extended ISTS waiver for storage projects, and plans for an Ultra High Voltage AC Transmission System by 2034. The national energy shortage has plummeted to a record low of 0.1%.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link