ASSESSMENTS ON ADEQUACY OF TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION INFRASTRUCTURE

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Thermal (Coal based) Nuclear Hydro RES (excluding Hydro) Total 2,260 0 650 13,251.26 16,161.26 As per Section 7 of Electricity Act, 2003, setting up of a power plant is a de-licensed activity in the country. Any generating company may establish, operate and maintain a generating station without requiring a license under Electricity Act, 2003 if it complies with the technical standards relating to connectivity with the gri...


Indian Railways Approves Rs.220 Crore Electric Traction Upgradation Project on Wadi-Raichur Section of South Central Railway

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a significant step towards strengthening railway infrastructure and enhancing capacity on high-density routes, Indian Railways has approved a Rs.220 crore project for upgradation of the Electric Traction System from 1x25 kV to 2x25 kV on the Wadi-Raichur section of South Central Railway. The project covers a 102 Route Kilometre (204 Track Kilometre) double-line section and forms part of Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to modern...


Indian Railways Approves Rs.299 Crore Visakhapatnam Coaching Yard Remodelling Project to Enhance Capacity and Passenger Facilities

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a major boost to passenger infrastructure and operational efficiency, Indian Railways has approved the remodelling of the Visakhapatnam Coaching Yard of South Coast Railway at a cost of Rs.299 crore. The project aims to significantly enhance the station's handling capacity, improve punctuality and provide modern passenger amenities at one of the busiest railway terminals in the country. Comprehensive Remodelling of Visakhapatna...


NHAI Launches Initiative to Develop World-Class Public Toilet Facilities at Toll Plazas

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a step towards enhancing commuter convenience and improving toilet facilities along the National Highway network, NHAI has launched a nationwide initiative for the development of world-class public toilet facilities at the toll plazas. The initiative envisages to enhance sanitation blocks at the toll plaza through an Innovative Performance Based Contracts framework, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, functionality and long...


Understanding NAKSHA: Why Margao's New Urban Mapping Pilot Protects Property Owners

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: As the Directorate of Settlement and Land Records (DSLR) prepares to launch its month-long inquiry under the NAKSHA pilot program in Margao and Cuncolim and Panaji city local conversations have been filled with an mix of curiosity and anxiety. Much of this apprehension stems from circulating rumors regarding the safety of land titles, potential boundary changes, and the rights of non-resident Goans. To ensure citizens can navigate ...


PARLIAMENT QUESTION: EXPENDITURE ON R&D

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Year 2019-20 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24 Government Sector 87,813.47 80,992.83 1,06,133.32 1,10,949.77 1,17,861.21 Private Sector 44,753.54 46,388.13 88,677.51 1,02,428.35 1,26,906.60 Gross Expenditure on R&D (GERD) 132,567.01 127,380.96 194,810.83 213,378.12 244,767.81 GERD as a percentage of GDP (%) 0.66 0.64 0.83 0.82 0.84 As per latest Research & Development Statistics, 2025-26, brought out by ...


Scientists discover faster rotation in the Sun's upper atmosphere

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The atmosphere whirling around the Sun spins at a much faster rate than the visible surface of the Sun and the rotation speed increase with height above the Sun's surface, according to a new study that challenges the expectations of classical physics. Beyond improving our understanding of the Sun, these findings will help refine models of solar activity and space weather, which can affect satellites, communication systems, navigat...


PARLIAMENT QUESTION: BIOTECHNOLOGY AND AI BASED RESEARCH

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Government of India has expanded biotechnology and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled research in computational biology, bioinformatics, genomics, healthcare, medical imaging, biomanufacturing, biological data science and in other areas in consonance of NITI Aayog's 'AI for All' strategy with guiding principles towards inclusive economic growth and social development. The major initiatives undertaken are as follows: The Governm...


PARLIAMENT QUESTION: RURAL INNOVATION AND BIOTECH CLUSTERS

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Institute Name 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 No. of Research Projects Grant Released No. of Grant Released No. of Grant Released Amity University Chhattisgarh, Raipur 1 7.90 Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg 1 33.00 Bhilai Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Durg 1 12.00 Chhattisgarh Council of Science and Technology, Raipur 2 165,64 1 12.00 4 5.53 Chhattisgarh Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, Durg 1 5.00 Chhattisgarh State Ce...


PARLIAMENT QUESTION: FUNDING BY TDB UNDER RDI SCHEME

India, July 30 -- The Government of India has issued a release: S. No. Name, Designation and Organisation Remarks 1. Dr. Saurabh Srivastava Chairperson 2. Sh. K. R. S. Jamwal Member 3. Dr. Lalithesh Katragadda Member 4. Dr. Sudhir Mehta Member 5. Sh. Sanjay Nayak Member 6. Dr. Anand Deshpande Member 7. Sh. Gopal Srinivasan Member 8. Dr. Debashish Bhattacharjee Member 9. Ms. Bala C Deshpande Member 10. Sh. Jaswinder Ahuja Member 11. Sh. Sudhir Sethi Member 12....