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Indian Railways Nears Complete Electrification, Reinventing Transport Efficiency

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06 Jan 2026

By November 2025, Indian Railways has electrified 99.2% of its network, marking a substantial achievement in its Mission 100% Electrification. This extensive transformation aims for sustainable modernisation and has propelled Indian Railways into the forefront of global railway systems. Furthermore, the railway has made significant strides in renewable energy by expanding its solar power capacity from 3.68 mega watts in 2014 to 898 mega watts in 2025, contributing to both traction and non-traction power needs. This shift not only underscores India's commitment to environmental sustainability but also positions Indian Railways as a future-ready and environmentally friendly transport network.

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Power Distribution Utilities Achieve Profitability After Years of Losses

India's power distribution utilities recorded a ₹2,701 crore profit for FY 2024-25, marking a significant sectoral turnaround. This shift ends a long trend of losses, attributed to strategic reforms such as the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme and stringent financial initiatives aimed at improving fiscal discipline and transparency.

India's Cooperative Movement: A Beacon of Inclusive Growth

India marks 2025 as the 'International Year of Cooperatives' to emphasize cooperatives' role in sustainable and community-driven development. With over 8.5 lakh cooperatives across various sectors, the government spearheads initiatives to strengthen their economic and social impact, ensuring technological integration and policy support. A recent focus

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Celebrates Bodo Culture in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Bagurumba Dwhou 2026, a cultural event honoring the Bodo community in Guwahati, Assam. He praised the celebration of Bodo culture and traditions on social media, while also addressing the development and political dynamics in Assam. Source: Original Link

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's Visit to New Delhi World Book Fair

Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the New Delhi World Book Fair where he stressed the importance of reading and distributed copies of 'Anand Math'. During his visit, he explored various pavilions, such as the Vande Mataram Pavilion and the pavilion highlighting 'Operation Sindoor'. Shah also

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Power Distribution Utilities Achieve Profitability After Years of Losses

India's Cooperative Movement: A Beacon of Inclusive Growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Celebrates Bodo Culture in Assam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's Visit to New Delhi World Book Fair