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India curbs solar output to stabilise power grid amid low demand: Ministry

The curtailments are the latest setback to India's renewable power developers, who are increasingly languishing without supply contracts as demand for power slows

Mobile phone makers pitch for 5% GST in rate revamp to spur demand

Industry bodies representing device makers had earlier this year petitioned the finance ministry for a shift to 12 per cent, as the government reviewed GST rate slabs

PM internship scheme: 30% offers accepted in second pilot so far

The written reply in Lok Sabha stated that in the second round, which started on January 9, 2025, companies posted 82,110 internship opportunities, and 24,131 were accepted as of August 12, 2025

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Recent office demand has been driven by global capability centres (GCCs), flex space operators, and domestic businesses

Press Sewa portal to simplify publisher registration: PRGI Yogesh Baweja

Shruti Patil also announced that PIB Hyderabad, with the support of PRGI, would soon establish a dedicated helpline for publishers

Adani urges India's youth to fight for tech freedom amid AI competition

Terms the challenge the second freedom struggle amid AI competition

India's GST cuts to lift festive e-commerce sales by up to 20%: Executives

India's GST overhaul is expected to drive festive e-commerce sales higher by 15-20% in electronics and other categories, as lower tax rates put more money in consumers' hands

Centre speeds approvals for critical minerals, no exemption from green law

The step comes after amendments to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, which gave the Centre powers to auction 24 minerals identified as critical and strategic

Chhattisgarh to showcase cultural heritage at Osaka World Expo 2025

More than 160 countries and nine international organisations are participating

Glenmark, Alembic Pharma, Sun Pharma recall drugs in US, says USFDA

Mumbai-based Glenmark is recalling two products in the market, the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) said in its latest Enforcement Report

Uttar Pradesh govt bets big on AI, data centres to boost jobs and IT parks

The Yogi government will invest over ₹10,700 crore to develop India's first 'AI City' in Lucknow

SAEL Industries signs 880 MW solar power PPAs in Gujarat, Punjab

Of the total, 400 megawatt (MW) will be set up in Punjab and 480 MW in Gujarat, the company said in a statement

Delhi-NCR real estate to gain from UER-II and Dwarka Expressway launch

Real estate developers and consultants say UER-II and the Dwarka Expressway will improve connectivity, ease congestion, and drive housing and commercial growth in Delhi NCR

TN clears design scheme, launches COEs under semiconductor mission

The state will also roll out a workforce development programme to train 1,000 engineering students through top-tier platforms such as the India Semiconductor Workforce Development Programme

Air conditioner, TV makers upbeat about sales amid signs of GST cuts

Consumer durables firms expect GST cut on air conditioners and large TV panels from 28% to 18% to lower prices, spur festive demand and improve sales in a price-sensitive market

B2B fintechs turn to M&As to expand business lines and enter retail market

B2B fintechs are increasingly turning to the consumer side of the payments market, using third-party UPI applications (TPAPs) as entry points

Rajasthan rides the crest of renewable energy wave, attracts investments

The state emerges as the top destination for new investment projects in Q1FY26, displacing the more advanced states of Maharashtra and Gujarat

DGTR suggests safeguard duty on imports of some steel items for 3 years

The duty was recommended by the directorate general of trade remedies (DGTR) in its final findings of a probe initiated on a complaint by the Indian Steel Association

How Trump's tariffs threaten crisis for India's textile, apparel industry

Unless the country can leverage its raw material advantage and new trade deals

Clear directives, data visibility crucial for smart meter success: CII poll

A CII poll says smart meter roll-out faces challenges of legacy infrastructure, poor connectivity and low consumer engagement, stressing clear guidelines and transparent billing