Iran airspace partially open, more flights coming to India from Gulf
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Iran’s airspace is partially open for cargo and chartered flights, but Indian nationals are advised to avoid travelling to the country, and those already there are urged to leave via the land border, with the embassy’s support, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday. So far, the Indian embassy […]
India’s peak power demand soars to record high of 256.11 GW
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) India’s peak power demand soared to a record high of 256.11 GW on Saturday as the heat wave intensified across the country, which forced both domestic and commercial consumers to step up the use of air conditioners and other cooling devices, data compiled by the Power Ministry showed. The peak […]
India’s leather sector eyes $50 bn target by 2030 amid New Zealand FTA
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) The FTA with New Zealand is expected to give a big push to India’s leather industry, which expects to grow to $50 billion by 2030, driven by a strategic shift from mass production to high-value-added manufacturing, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Sunday. On the eve of the […]
Wheat production remains stable and resilient despite weather variations: Centre
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) The government on Sunday refuted certain media reports regarding the wheat production scenario for 2025–26, stressing that while localised weather-related impacts have been observed, the overall wheat production scenario for 2025–26 remains stable and resilient, supported by increased acreage, improved agronomic practices and enhanced varietal adoption. Agriculture Ministry said the […]
OECD forecast S. Korea’s growth outlook to hit record low in late 2027
Seoul, April 26 (IANS) South Korea’s potential growth rate is projected to fall to a record low in the fourth quarter of next year, continuing a decade-long downward trend, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). According to the latest OECD data, the country’s potential growth rate is projected to reach 1.52 […]
Small hydro power scheme prioritises reliable power generation in challenging terrains
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) With an outlay of Rs 2,584.60 crore aimed at adding 1,500 MW of new capacity, the Small Hydro Power Development Scheme (2026-31) prioritises reliable, decentralised power generation, especially in challenging terrains where other renewable sources face limitations, an official fact-sheet said on Sunday. The small hydro power (SHP) scheme marks […]
PM Modi calls Kalpakkam fast breeder reactor criticality ‘historic milestone’ in nuclear journey
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed India’s indigenously designed Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam, which recently achieved criticality, marking a major advance in the second stage of the country’s three-stage civil nuclear program. Speaking during the 133rd episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime […]
Private sector space investment crosses $600 million in 5 years: Dr. Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) India’s space sector has witnessed over $600 million in private investment in the last five years, Union Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Sunday while reviewing initiatives to strengthen the country’s space ecosystem. During a high-level review, Singh assessed plans to establish space laboratories in universities and colleges […]
HPCL pins refinery fire to leak, ops to restart in May’s second half
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd has said a leak from a pressure gauge in its crude distillation unit was the likely cause of the fire at its joint venture refinery in Rajasthan, and restoration work is expected to be completed within three to four weeks, after which operations at the refinery […]
Mohit Suri on 13 years of ‘Aashiqui 2’: Some films don’t just get made, they make you
Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Filmmaker Mohit Suri is celebrating 13 years of his cult-classic ‘Aashiqui 2’. On Sunday, the director took to his Instagram, and shared a series of BTS pictures from the making of the film. He also penned a long note in the caption, as he wrote, “Celebrating 13 years of Aashiqui 2 […]
