The Prime Minister said sustainability must become core business strategy. He highlighted missions on carbon capture and green energy. He urged industry and investors to work with the government. He called for collective ownership and steady feedback to build momentum.

The Budget raised allocation for the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy to Rs 32,914 crore. Rs 22,000 crore was set aside for the PM Surya Ghar Yojana. The Green Energy Corridor project received Rs 600 crore. The National Green Hydrogen Mission retained Rs 600 crore for FY2026-27.

Modi said manufacturing, logistics and MSMEs drive India’s growth. Four sessions under the webinar will focus on industry, MSMEs, city regions and infrastructure. He said reforms will expand capacity, boost competitiveness and create jobs.

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Godrej Jersey confirmed its plan to expand dairy operations with an investment of ₹150 crore. The company requested 40 acres for the project and promised 300 direct jobs. Fortis India Pvt. Ltd. signed an MoU for a ₹2,000-crore Food and Agriculture R&D Centre and a rare-sugars manufacturing unit, creating over 800 direct jobs. Several FMCG and food manufacturers, including KJS India and Vintage Coffee, also committed more than ₹1,700 crore for new units.

Electronics and tech companies announced major commitments as well. Reliance Consumer Products will invest ₹1,500 crore in a multi-product FMCG unit. Kine’s Technology agreed to invest over ₹1,000 crore for electronics manufacturing. Additionally, large data-centre investments came from JCK Infra Projects (₹9,000 crore), Aquilon Nexus (₹6,750 crore), and InfraKey DC Parks (₹70,000 crore), promising thousands of skilled jobs.

Pharmaceutical companies announced strong interest in Telangana. Hetero Group will invest ₹1,800 crore and generate over 9,000 jobs. Bharat Biotech committed ₹1,000 crore for an advanced CRDMO facility. Aurobindo Pharma, Granules India, and Biological E will together invest over ₹7,200 crore in expansions focused on vaccines, biosimilars, peptides, and oncology manufacturing.

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Odisha currently runs 670 buses, including 220 electric buses, across 113 routes covering 1,399 km. The minister explained that the new electric buses will operate in cities with higher passenger demand. This move will help strengthen public transport and make daily travel smoother for thousands of commuters.

The state has seen a major rise in online ticket usage, and revenue has increased by 35%. According to the minister, digital convenience encourages more people to choose public transport, making the system more efficient.

Mahapatra added that the government will continue to track commuter demand and add more buses when needed. The expansion is expected to make city travel cleaner, faster, and cost-effective.

Officials will soon publish detailed routes and schedules for the new cities. Commuters can expect the electric buses to start running in the next few weeks.

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The new fleet includes both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned electric buses, marking a major shift from the old diesel-run system. For the first time, PRTC has added AC buses to its city service, improving daily commuting standards. Authorities said the move aligns with the Union Territory’s broader goal of reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable mobility.

PRTC plans to gradually replace its aging diesel fleet to reduce fuel dependency and operational costs. Commuters are expected to benefit from smoother rides, reduced noise and improved accessibility. Charging stations, driver training and route planning have already been completed to ensure efficient operations.

Transport officials believe the initiative will support Puducherry’s urban development and attract more passengers to public transport. Citizens have welcomed the decision, calling it a progressive and eco-friendly step.

With rising urban traffic and pollution concerns, the electric fleet signals a new era in Puducherry’s transport network and strengthens the UT’s commitment to green mobility.

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Adani announced that the Adani-Google partnership at Visakhapatnam will help create an energy-efficient AI future led by India. The project involves developing India’s largest AI data centre campus and new green energy infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh. This collaboration between Adani Enterprises’ AdaniConneX and Google marks a major milestone in India’s AI growth journey.

The new facility will include Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) and Graphical Processing Units (GPUs) to power advanced AI applications. It will support sectors like healthcare, agriculture, logistics, and finance by accelerating AI-driven innovation. Adani emphasized that this project will empower India’s brightest minds to solve complex challenges.

Google’s AI hub in Visakhapatnam represents a $15 billion investment over five years (2026–2030). The initiative includes gigawatt-scale data centre operations, clean energy systems, and a robust subsea cable network to handle large AI workloads.

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During a brainstorming session on Monday, experts highlighted the need for a complete critical minerals ecosystem—from exploration to marketing—similar to China’s national mission approach. They said India must strengthen its supply chain to avoid future disruptions.

PHDCCI’s Anil Chaudhary praised the government for identifying 30 key minerals but suggested adding coking coal to the list. He noted that India imports 90% of its coking coal, worth nearly $15 billion yearly, a figure expected to double in the next decade. Experts also urged the government to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and encourage private investment.

Speakers called for strong inter-ministerial coordination, stockpiling, and international partnerships with resource-rich nations like Congo, Mozambique, and Afghanistan. They warned that clean energy technologies such as EVs and solar systems demand far higher mineral inputs, making strategic mineral planning vital for India’s energy future.

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The project is led by Evren, a joint venture between Brookfield and Axis Energy. It is part of an 8,000 MW renewable pipeline worth ₹50,000 crore. The initiative gained pace after Minister Nara Lokesh met Brookfield Global President Connor Teskey in London. Both discussed long-term clean energy and infrastructure collaborations.

Brookfield, a global renewable giant managing over US$1 trillion, will execute India’s first hybrid project under the FDRE framework. The system links grid connectivity and battery storage for steady and reliable power.

Minister Lokesh said Andhra Pradesh is fast becoming India’s renewable hub. “Such partnerships create jobs and strengthen our sustainable future,” he said, reaffirming the state’s Sunrise State vision.

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The state government aims to replace diesel buses with environment-friendly e-buses to make Hyderabad a clean and green city. Telangana was the first state to introduce electric buses in 2019 with 40 units. The TGSRTC has planned to add 1,010 more buses under the 2023 procurement plan, including 510 intercity and 500 city buses. Currently, 775 electric buses are in operation, with the remaining 275 expected by March 2026.

Officials reviewed issues such as delayed delivery, charging infrastructure, and maintenance challenges. Some operators failed to meet tender conditions, affecting e-bus performance and reliability. The state assured full cooperation to ensure smooth implementation of the PM e-Drive project.

Authorities emphasized timely delivery, quick charging setup, and skilled driver training. The state also plans to establish high-tension power connections at selected depots to ensure efficient e-bus operations across Hyderabad. Representatives from RTC and e-bus manufacturing companies attended the meeting.

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Joshi said both nations aim to adopt best practices and enhance collaboration in renewable energy. Bowen described India as Australia’s “best friend in energy transition” and expressed his commitment to deepen the partnership. The ministers also launched the India-Australia Green Hydrogen Taskforce Report, which outlines a roadmap for joint initiatives.

The meeting highlighted mutual efforts to promote green hydrogen, solar energy, and energy storage. Joshi said the partnership would strengthen clean energy manufacturing and help both nations achieve sustainability goals. The leaders also agreed to continue high-level talks under the Renewable Energy Partnership framework.

This collaboration builds on the India-Australia Annual Summit, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese pledged to accelerate joint climate action. Both sides aim to boost investments, develop renewable technologies, and train skilled workers for the growing green energy sector.

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The semiconductor partnership supports India’s ambition to become a global chip hub by 2030. India is building fabrication plants and supply chains, while South Korea, home to Samsung and SK Hynix, offers expertise, investment, and technology to boost the sector.

Collaborative R&D in AI chips, 3D packaging, and joint innovation hubs will reduce India’s reliance on China-centric supply chains. India plans to develop a skilled semiconductor workforce and support fabless design startups to integrate into the global value chain.

In energy, both countries focus on renewable solutions, green hydrogen, and battery storage to stabilize power grids. South Korea’s advanced technology complements India’s clean energy goals, enabling joint ventures, technology transfer, and accelerated sustainable growth.

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