Heavy rain lashes Delhi: Commuters face tough time with waterlogged roads, IMD issues alert
The downpour provided a much-needed washing effect, temporarily cleansing the national capital's air quality. The national capital's Air Quality Index (AQI), which was above 200 (poor category) for the last 2 days came d…
SIR in India: After Supreme Court's order, EC extends voter roll revision deadlines in Maharashtra, 5 other states
The Election Commission has extended electoral roll revision timelines across six states for the third time. The revised schedule gives eligible voters more time to seek inclusion or corrections.
IEX’s Q2 Revenue Rises 8% as Electricity Trading Volumes Grow
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) reported revenue of ₹1.67 billion (~$17.55 million) in the second quarter (Q2) of the financial year (FY) 2027, an 8.4% year-over-year (YoY) increase from ₹1.54 billion (~$16.18 million).…
AI may replace bookkeeping jobs, but Indian accountants can still win - expert tells you how
According to CA Sarthak Ahuja, accounting outsourcing is evolving beyond the traditional model of supplying dedicated employees to overseas firms.
UPERC Approves Noida Power’s 300 MW RTC Renewable Power Procurement
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) has approved Noida Power Company’s (NPCL) proposal to procure 300 MW of firm and dispatchable renewable energy on a round-the-clock (RE-RTC) basis for 25 …
CEA Gauges Industry Readiness for Innovations in Transmission Technologies
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has sought details from manufacturers on their readiness to develop innovative transmission technologies to address right-of-way (RoW) challenges in India’s power transmissio…
Equitas MD quits citing overhang from daughter's business, shares crash
Vasudevan said his daughter being the co-promoter of an NBFC was disclosed to Equitas SFB's board and the Reserve Bank of India, and despite there being no conflict of interest, the perception has persisted.
Gujarat Approves Tariffs for 450 MW/900 MWh Battery Storage Projects
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) has approved the tariffs proposed by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam (GUVNL) to procure 450 MW/900 MWh of standalone battery energy storage system capacity under its Phase IX…
India's 100% ethanol-run vehicle push faces Supreme Court question to govt over fuel supply
The government acknowledged that large-scale manufacturing changes would be necessary. The court also highlighted farmers' interests while examining ethanol allocation disputes, as the Centre ruled out increasing pe…
India needs $220 billion investment to achieve 500 GW clean energy target by 2030
This capital will aid in expanding energy storage solutions, transmission infrastructure, and manufacturing strength. Ahead of the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo, secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi emphasized the…
Green financing in India rises to $82 billion, but flows mostly to established sectors: Report
According to the report, while green finance has increased substantially between 2016-17 and 2023-24, financial flows remain concentrated in established sectors and technologies.
IndiGrid commissions 250 MW/500 MWh standalone BESS project in Rajasthan
The commissioning marks IndiGrid’s third utility-scale BESS project to become operational. AmpereHour Energy served as the technology partner for the project.
Nike deepens India push with new running shoe, seeking fresh growth engines
Nike has unveiled the Vegam Run, its first running shoe designed specifically for India, as it seeks growth in a booming market.
Lavish buying! Salim Merchant's ₹12.85 crore Mumbai property deal: Inside the singer's latest real estate purchase
Composer and singer Salim Merchant has purchased commercial premises in Mumbai's Santacruz, along with four other buyers, for ₹12.85 crore, according to CRE Matrix. The deal, registered on 7 October, has 1,285 sq ft of c…
Tata Power, CESC, Adani Energy, others may benefit from parallel power distribution licences: JM Financial
This follows the HERC granting a distribution licence to Eleven Power for the Gurugram and Nuh districts, which are already served by state utility DHBVNL
JSW Energy Q2 net profit jumps 50% to ₹1,056 crore
Backed by capacity additions and higher generation, JSW Energy crossed the 15 GW installed capacity milestone and approved fresh fundraising plans.
Smartgrid Analytics targets 200+ GW of renewable energy capacity in India with Solvyn AURA
The company has signed an agreement with BluPine Energy for phased deployment of its AI-powered decision and revenue intelligence platform Solvyn AURA across a portfolio exceeding 1 GWh.
Jyoti Structures secures ₹648.91 crore Power Grid transmission order in Gujarat
The latest award takes the combined value of three transmission line orders from Power Grid to ₹1,598.26 crore.
Mint explainer | From FASTag to satellite tolling: how will highway users pay in the future?
India is moving towards barrier-free tolling using FASTag, number-plate recognition and, eventually, satellite technology. Here’s how the transition could affect payments, local commuters and highway users.
Delhi to Haridwar in 90 minutes? Union Minister Nitin Gadkari explains how the new road project could cut travel time
Nitin Gadkari said a road project opening next month could cut travel between Delhi and Haridwar to 90 minutes. He also highlighted faster journeys to religious destinations and warned that poor highway construction will…
Noida Metro to run trains every 6 minutes 35 seconds during peak hours from November 1 | Details inside
The Noida Metro Rail Corporation will reduce peak-hour train intervals from 7 minutes 30 seconds to 6 minutes 35 seconds from November 1, 2026. The corporation is also considering extending late-night services, subject t…
India’s air passenger traffic falls 6.5% in September as higher fares hit demand
Domestic airlines carried 11.82 million passengers in September, the steepest year-on-year decline since the pandemic, as seasonal weakness and rising fuel costs added to pressure from higher fares.
Digi Yatra goes international at Bengaluru airport: Beta app trials live, regular app update from November 1
Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport is trialling Digi Yatra for eligible passengers on select international departures. Trials are available on the Beta app, with a regular-app rollout planned for November 1, 20…
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Bhuj–Barauni Amrit Bharat Express during Gujarat trip: Check frequency, route, major stops
An Amrit Bharat Express linking Bhuj, Gujarat, and Barauni, Bihar, is expected to begin running ahead of Diwali. PM Modi may flag it off during his Gujarat visit, though his official itinerary does not list the inaugurat…