New Delhi: has issued an advisory to state governments and power sector PSUs to grant up to four months’ extension to renewable energy projects affected by disruptions due to the West Asia situation under the Force Majeure provisions. Generally, the force majeure clause in PPAs includes “war” as a force majeure event. The Department of … Read more
Third Wave Coffee has secured Rs 408 crore ($43 million) in a fresh funding round led by existing investor WestBridge Capital, as the Indian coffee and quick-service restaurant chain prepares to accelerate its expansion across the country. The funding round included both primary and secondary capital, with Cregis and several angel investors also participating. The … Read more
Mumbai: to a more than five-month high in Delhi, supported by firm international trends, a weaker US dollar and safe-haven demand amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Gold of 99.9 percent purity advanced Rs 900 to Rs 1,64,400 per 10 grams, inclusive of taxes, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The … Read more
Following Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar’s meeting with Gautam Adani, BJP leaders Rajeev Chandrasekhar and Shaik Baji slammed the Congress party for its ‘hypocrisy’ and ‘double standards’ on business, investment, and job creation. Keralam Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Monday accused the Congress of having “double standards” on businesses and investments, saying that … Read more
After winning silver at the U20 World Athletics Championships, javelin thrower Ashish Yadav credits Neeraj Chopra’s success for inspiration. He is the second Indian to medal in the event and spoke about handling pressure at international events. India’s young javelin thrower Ashish Yadav, who won a silver medal in the men’s javelin throw at the … Read more
Protests erupted in Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s ancestral village, Nemra, as locals with ‘sticks and axes’ gathered to block JLKM leader Devendra Nath Mahto from launching his ‘Recruitment System Reform Yatra’ against state recruitment bodies. Villagers Protest Against Campaign Protests erupted in Nemra village, the ancestral home of former Chief Minister late Shibu Soren and … Read more
The NGT has directed the Delhi government to ensure strict enforcement of PUCC norms for all government and government-hired vehicles. The tribunal noted that thousands of government vehicles are plying on Delhi roads with expired PUCCs. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Delhi government to ensure strict enforcement of Pollution Under Control Certificate … Read more
They didn’t lose hope after the rejections and released ‘Koyila’ as an independent track. Music fans gave it a fantastic response! The song’s visuals, featuring Alekhya Harika and Vinay Shanmukh, and its fresh music really clicked with the audience. So, even without a movie, ‘Koyila’ built its own fan base and crossed the 78 million … Read more
Madras HC extended its interim stay on bypolls in five TN Assembly seats until Sep 8, as election petitions are pending. One seat was vacated by CM C Joseph Vijay. Meanwhile, DMK’s MK Stalin has challenged the Kolathur result against a TVK winner. Madras HC Extends Stay on Bypolls The Madras High Court extended its … Read more
JPC Chairman PP Chaudhary said Padma awardees who met the committee examining the ‘One Nation, One Election’ proposal broadly favoured its implementation in the national interest, provided sufficient safeguards are put in place. The Chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on ‘One Nation, One Election’ and BJP MP PP Chaudhary on Monday said Padma … Read more