New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) India’s rapid transition toward renewable energy is no longer just an environmental priority—it has become a cornerstone of economic resilience, strategic autonomy, and long-term energy security.As global energy markets face repeated disruptions, India’s aggressive push toward clean energy is positioning the country as one of the fastest-growing renewable powerhouses in the world.The country has already crossed a critical milestone, with 51.93 per cent of its ins…
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New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) India added a record 52,537 MW (520.51 GW) of generation capacity from all sources during FY26 (up to January 31), marking the highest ever capacity addition in a single year, surpassing the previous record of 34,054 MW achieved in FY25, the government has said.The capacity addition included 39,657 MW from renewable energy with 34,955 MW of solar and 4,613 MW of wind capacity, lifting the total installed capacity to 520.51 GW, according to an official statement.The gov…
New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) By elevating their relationship to a ‘Special Global Strategic Partnership’ during French President Emmanuel Macron’s ongoing visit to India, both countries have signalled that Paris is moving into the top tier of New Delhi’s foreign policy priorities. According to a report by India Narrative, this partnership extends beyond trade or defence deals, encompassing long-term global coordination in technology, security, and economic resilience.French President Macron highligh…
New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) India’s fiscal strategy has undergone a clear and deliberate shift over the past decade, with the expenditure mix increasingly oriented towards capital-led growth, according to a new report.Notably, the FY27 Budget reinforces this trajectory, reflecting the government’s conviction that durable growth, private investment crowding-in, and macroeconomic stability are best achieved through sustained public capital formation rather than short-term fiscal stimulus. As a res…
New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) The Union Budget 2026–27 strengthened medium-term earnings visibility for sectors aligned with public capex and policy priorities, even though earnings recovery will take time, a report said on Wednesday.The report from small case managers said the Budget opened “actionable opportunities across defence ecosystems, manufacturing‑linked businesses, logistics, select auto and ancillaries, energy‑transition themes and innovation‑led pharmaceuticals.”The report said sh…
New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) India has successfully insulated its citizens from volatility and the global turmoil has never been passed on to the consumer, said Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, addressing concerns around consumer impact during global price shocks.According to an official statement on Friday, Puri said India has demonstrated strong preparedness to navigate sustained geopolitical volatility in global energy markets and will continue to occupy centre st…
New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) India’s energy sector must mobilise about $145 billion a year to bridge the gap between its robust economic expansion and ambitious net‑zero pathways, with the investments concentrated in power generation, storage and urgent grid modernisation, a report said on Tuesday.The report from energy and natural resources data analytics firm, Wood Mackenzie, said India remains on track to reach its 1.5 billion tonnes coal production target by 2030 with increasing emphasis on co…
Davos, Jan 20 (IANS) The real challenge is not whether we should transition, but how to deliver sustainability at scale and speed, Pralhad Joshi said on Tuesday.At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 here, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said the defining challenge of this decade is not about deciding on sustainability, but about delivering it at scale, at speed and in a way that strengthens the economy.Speaking at multiple high-level sessions, Joshi underlined…
Gandhinagar, Jan 18 (IANS) Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi will lead a high-level state government delegation to the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, where he will outline the state’s long-term development roadmap and engage with global industry leaders to attract investment and generate employment opportunities for the youth. The Gujarat delegation’s participation in the WEF, scheduled from January 19 to 23, reflects the state government’s commitment to positi…