New Delhi, March 18: India is steadily moving toward becoming the world’s third-largest economy by 2030, driven by strong growth, rising investments, and a large domestic market. However, experts believe that expanding the country’s manufacturing sector will be crucial to sustaining this momentum and achieving long-term economic strength. India’s economy has shown consistent growth in recent years, supported by increasing consumer demand, digital expansion, and…
Cabinet Approves Rs 2,584 Crore Scheme to Boost Small Hydro Projects
New Delhi, March 18: The Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme aimed at promoting small hydro power projects across the country, with a total financial outlay of Rs 2,584.60 crore. The initiative is expected to strengthen India’s renewable energy capacity while supporting sustainable and decentralized power generation. The scheme focuses on the development, modernization, and revival of small hydro projects, which are typically defined…
Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 – Uniting Policymakers and Industry Leaders at one platform for Shaping India’s Power Future
Mar 18: The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, a flagship global conference-cum-exhibition for the power and electricity sector, to be held from 19-22 March 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, shall be attended by several International Energy Ministers and also Ministers from the Indian States and many senior representatives from across the central government and State Governments. The strong participation from across geographies reaffirms the Summit’s position as…
Three schools and a child care centre to be heated by sports field
The Hague, the Netherlands, Mar 18th: A football pitch in The Hague is set to become an unexpected source of sustainable energy for the surrounding neighbourhood. In the ‘Moerwijk’ area, the municipality has started installing an underground collector field beneath the artificial grass pitches — a system that will soon provide heat for three primary schools and a childcare centre nearby. The innovative system captures…
Three schools and a childcare centre in The Hague to be heated by sports field
The Hague, the Netherlands, Mar 18th: A football pitch in The Hague is set to become an unexpected source of sustainable energy for the surrounding neighbourhood. In the ‘Moerwijk’ area, the municipality has started installing an underground collector field beneath the artificial grass pitches — a system that will soon provide heat for three primary schools and a childcare centre nearby. The innovative system captures…
Nawgati as the Title Sponsor for the Petrol Dealers Association Pune (PDAP) AGM 2026
Pune, Mar 18th: Nawgati, India’s leading fuel-tech startup, will be the ‘Title Sponsor’ for the 2026 Annual General Meeting of the Petrol Dealers Association Pune (PDAP). The association represents more than 900 petroleum dealers across Pune district, playing a critical role in shaping the region’s fuel retail industry. The PDAP AGM 2026 will take place on March 21, 2026, at the Hotel Westin Koregaon Park,…
Centre For Sight, Kankarbagh Patna Strengthens Comprehensive Eye Care with Launch of Oculoplasty Services
Patna, March 18, 2026: Centre For Sight, one of India’s leading eye care hospital networks, has announced the launch of its specialised Oculoplasty services at its Kankarbagh centre in Patna. The services will be available throughout the week and will be led by Dr. Pushkar (MBBS, DO, DNB), a specialist in Cataract and Oculoplasty. Oculoplasty is a subspecialty of ophthalmology that focuses on medical and surgical management of conditions affecting the eyelids, tear ducts, orbit, and surrounding facial structures. With the…
From Sun to Grid: India’s Renewable Energy Expansion Enters Fast Lane
India’s renewable energy sector is witnessing unprecedented growth, signaling a transformative shift in the country’s power landscape. As demand for electricity rises, data centres expand, and decarbonisation commitments strengthen, renewable energy is emerging as the cornerstone of India’s sustainable future. Pic Credit: Pexel At the forefront of this transition is solar energy, which forms the backbone of India’s 272 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity. This…
Ramee Group of Hotels strengthens North India presence with signing of new property in Mohali
Mar 18: Ramee Group of Hotels, a globally recognized hospitality brand known for its vibrant lifestyle experiences and guest-centric service, has announced the signing of new hotel with Pure Hotels Pvt Ltd in Mohali, marking strategic expansion of the brand’s footprint in North India following the introduction of its boutique concept in Amritsar. The upcoming boutique property reinforces the group’s focus on strengthening its presence across…
Sweet Success: India’s Sugar Production Hits 26.21 Million Tonne in 2025-26, Surpassing Last Year’s Output
India’s sugar industry is on a sweet high this year. According to the Indian Sugar and Bio-energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA), sugar production in the ongoing 2025-26 marketing year (October–September) has already reached 26.21 million tonne, a 10.5% increase compared with the same period last year. Remarkably, this already exceeds the total net production of 26.12 million tonne recorded during the entire 2024-25 marketing year. Pic…