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Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a key subsidiary of Coal India Limited, achieved its annual coal production target of 140 million tonnes ahead of schedule for the financial year 2025-26. This milestone was accomplished in the first shift on March 30, 2026. NCL has been consistently meeting its production targets, helping
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The Ministry of Finance has released the financial accounts of the Union Government of India for the fiscal year 2025-2026 up to February 2026. Highlights include total receipts of ₹27,91,943 crore and expenditures reaching ₹40,44,592 crore, with ₹12,66,369 crore devolved to State Governments, an
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On the eve of Mahavir Jayanti, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, extended her greetings to the citizens, highlighting the significance of the teachings of Bhagwan Mahavir. The President emphasized the importance of Mahavir's principles, such as Ahimsa, Satya, Asteya, Brahmacharya, and Aparigraha, for leading a meaningful
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The Election Commission of India has announced and commenced home voting for over 2.37 lakh voters in the 2026 Legislative Assembly elections across Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. This convenience is extended to voters above 85 years and Persons with Disabilities, under Section 60(c) of the Representation of the
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the final results for the Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2025, listing 302 candidates who qualified based on their performance in the written exam and SSB interviews. The qualified candidates are set to join various courses at the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval
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In a landmark agreement, the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Anuvadini AI, an AI-powered translation platform developed by the All India Council for Technical Education. This partnership aims to make evidence-based Ayurveda research and educational materials accessible in 13 regional
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The National Conclave held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, focused on the implementation strategies of the National Cooperation Policy 2025. The event aimed to accelerate Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of "Sahkar Se Samriddhi" and was attended by key policymakers, cooperative representatives, and experts.
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India's present installed power generation capacity stands at 524 gigawatts (GW), with a significant addition of 299.87 GW since 2014. The country's peak power demand reached a historic high of 250 GW in the 2024-25 financial year, successfully met without notable deficits. To address future
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The Ministry of Power has announced various strategies to handle the projected electricity demand for the coming summer months. With a current generation capacity of 524 GW, India has moved from a power-deficit to a power-sufficient nation. Measures include increased coal supply, deferring plant maintenance, and expedited renewable energy projects,
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In a bid to meet its 2030 target of 500 GW electricity capacity from non-fossil fuels, India is focusing on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to support its renewable energy goals. The Ministry of Power has outlined several policy measures, financing options, and incentives to boost BESS development. Currently, India
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The Government of India's Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), launched in 2021, aims to improve operational efficiency and financial viability of Distribution Utilities. The scheme includes extensive infrastructure projects and smart metering installations valuing Rs. 2.83 lakh crore to reduce AT&C losses and close the
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The intensifying integration of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind into the national grid poses challenges due to their inherent variability and intermittency. The Ministry of Power has outlined several measures to ensure grid stability, including real-time grid management, advanced technology implementation, and energy storage systems. The Government