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Global majors keen to make electric cars in India; Elon Musk's Tesla quiet

The window for applications under the scheme will be open in the next one to two weeks

India to submit adaptation plan to UNFCCC in few months: Bhupender Yadav

To strengthen efforts to address climate-related risks and enhance India's climate resilience, the government recently released a draft framework for a climate finance taxonomy

Biz collaborations for a circular economy via FTA to boost EU-India ties

An EU official said circular economy projects under the FTA will unlock value and foster deeper collaboration between India and the EU through sustainable development

Global temperature likely to breach 1.5°C in next five years: WMO

The WMO forecast says global temperatures could exceed the 1.5°C mark temporarily between 2025 and 2029, with urgent climate plans still pending from most nations

Govt to operationalise Rs 1-trillion innovation fund in next 3 months

With ₹20,000 crore already allocated, the ANRM innovation fund will support private-sector R&D in critical technologies like EVs, clean energy, and deep tech

Climate change, summer dust storms deepen India's air pollution crisis

The WHO recommends an annual average of no more than 5 micrograms per cubic metre (µg/m³) for PM2.5, and a daily average not exceeding 15 µg/m³

Burning issue: Govt adds financial muscle to heatwave plans for states

NDMA retools heat response strategy amid health warnings

Coal India, Hindustan Zinc and Oil India win auction of mineral blocks

Regular auction of critical mineral blocks is an important element in the strategy adopted by the Ministry of Mines towards building self-sufficiency in critical minerals in the country

Govt may offer spare e-buses under PM E-DRIVE for religious tourism

This consideration follows the allocation of 10,900 e-buses to five cities: Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Surat

Vessel sinks near Kerala coast, sparks hazardous fuel leak fears

Of the 24 crew members, 21 were reportedly rescued by the Navy and Coast Guard on Saturday

Imports of permanent magnets from China resume, 30 consignments cleared

India resumes imports of Chinese permanent magnets after DGFT certifies compliance with non-defence and non-US use, addressing trade tensions and supply concerns

Coal ministry to auction 25 commercial mines in FY26 to boost output

The auctions aim to expand coal production capacity, replace depleted mines and ensure long-term energy security as India targets net zero via diversification

Mission LiFE may be merged into national action plan on climate change

Currently, the NAPCC has eight active missions across sectors like water, energy, and agriculture, aimed at addressing climate change

New national climate plans needed for economic growth, says UN's Stiell

UN climate negotiator urges nations to submit 'next generation' climate plans amid multiple crises

Uber joins ONDC to offer metro ticketing in Delhi, eyes B2B logistics

Uber plans to expand metro ticketing to three more cities by end-2025 and launch B2B logistics on ONDC, starting with food delivery and scaling to other sectors

CII seeks GST rationalisation, lower import duties for MCE sector

A CII-Kearney report urges changes to GST and import duties to improve cost competitiveness and transform India's MCE sector into a globally competitive industry

Skoda Auto Volkswagen set to rev up India EV play to 17% in 5 years

Currently, the 130 year old company, which has been in India for 25 years, has a 3% market share in the Indian automotive market, including internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and EVs

Govt plans 360 kW charging points along highways for heavy-duty EVs

According to the latest guidelines from the power ministry, minimum charger capacities are 12 kW for e2w and e3w, 60 kW for e4w, and 240 kW for e-buses and e-trucks

ACC PLI beneficiary companies seek extension; govt may consider it

Firms cite equipment delays from China for missing ACC PLI milestones; govt mulls extension request, penalties imposed for breaching December 2024 deadline

Coal imports in April-February fall 9.2% on higher domestic output

India's coal imports declined to 220.3 mt in April-February FY25 amid a rise in domestic output, saving $6.93 billion in forex and reducing dependence on imports