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Non-Fossil Fuels Surpass 50% Share as India’s Installed Power Capacity Reaches 505 GW

India has achieved a major milestone in its clean energy transition, with non-fossil fuel sources now contributing more than half of the country’s total installed power generation capacity. As on 31 October 2025, India’s total installed electricity capacity stands at 5,05,023 MW, of which 2,59,423 MW—over 51%—comes from non-fossil fuel sources, including renewable energy, hydro…

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Akashvani Operates 591 Broadcasting Stations, Strengthening Nationwide Public Radio Outreach

New Delhi:Akashvani (All India Radio) currently operates 591 broadcasting stations across India, significantly expanding the reach of public radio services nationwide, the Lok Sabha was informed on 17 December 2025. Out of the total stations, 230 Akashvani Kendras are equipped with studio facilities for the production and broadcasting of original programmes. The remaining 361 stations…

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SHANTI Bill Retains Strong Safety and Liability Safeguards, Says Dr. Jitendra Singh in Lok Sabha

New Delhi : Union Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday replied to the debate in the Lok Sabha on the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025, addressing concerns raised by Members and outlining the government’s rationale for introducing a comprehensive new nuclear law. Responding to…

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Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Felicitates Indian Squash Team After Historic World Cup Victory

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated the historic World Cup winning Indian Squash team on Wednesday. The mixed team, comprising Joshna Chinappa, Abhay Singh, Velavan Senthilkumar and Anahat Singh, scripted history in Chennai last Saturday. The win marked India’s maiden Squash World Cup title, improving on their previous best finish…

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Indian Railways Nears 100% Electrification, Surpasses Major Global Rail Networks

New Delhi : Indian Railways is on the verge of achieving complete electrification of its broad gauge (BG) network, having electrified 99.2% of routes so far. The remaining sections are currently under progress, marking a major milestone in India’s push towards sustainable and energy-efficient transportation. Railway electrification has been taken up in mission mode, with…

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Amit Shah Approves Rs.507.37 Crore for Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction in Panchayati Raj Institutions

New Delhi : A High-Level Committee (HLC), under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah approves Rs.507.37 crore for National Project for Strengthening Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction Initiatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions for 20 states. The initiative is in collaboration with Ministry of Panchayati Raj and National Disaster…

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IPL Auction 2026: Cameron Green Becomes Costliest Buy, Prashant Veer Sets Record for Uncapped Players

New Delhi – IPL 2026 auction saw franchises spending aggressively as teams went all out to secure top players. Kolkata Knight Riders grabbed maximum attention by breaking records and signing Australian all-rounder Cameron Green for Rs 25.20 crore, making him the most expensive overseas player in IPL auction history. KKR continued their big spending spree…

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Vande Bharat Express Transforms Rail Travel, Carries Over 7.5 Crore Passengers Since 2019

Indian Railways’ Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a game-changer in India’s rail transport ecosystem, offering faster, safer, and more comfortable journeys since its launch in February 2019. Over the past six years, the premium train service has carried more than 7.5 crore passengers, reflecting its growing popularity among travellers across the country. Currently, 164…

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Tragedy on Delhi-Agra Expressway: 13 Killed in Fog-Induced Multi-Vehicle Crash

MATHURA: At least 13 people were killed and several others were injured in a major road accident on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura on Tuesday morning after seven buses and three cars collided due to dense fog. The poor visibility led to a multi-vehicle pile-up. Several vehicles caught fire after the collision, causing panic among…

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PM Surya Ghar Scheme Brings Zero Power Bills to Over 7.7 Lakh Homes Nationwide

New Delhi- The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG: MBY) has enabled more than 7.7 lakh households across the country to record zero electricity bills, reflecting the growing impact of rooftop solar adoption under the flagship programme. Launched in February 2024, the scheme aims to install rooftop solar (RTS) systems in one crore residential…

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