ISRO officials held technical discussions with the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC). They also attended the 4th Joint Working Group meeting to review satellite progress.

A joint workshop took place in Port Louis. Mauritian Minister Kaviraj Sukon, Indian Deputy High Commissioner Aparna Ganesan, and other senior officials joined the event. The workshop focused on expanding scientific cooperation and advancing the joint satellite project. The initiative reflects the growing technological partnership between the two nations.

During his March visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepen space cooperation. They agreed to train Mauritian scientists at ISRO and to improve climate forecasting, disaster management, and satellite infrastructure.

The two leaders also approved continued collaboration on the ISRO Telemetry and Tracking Centre in Mauritius. They announced a new Earth Observation Application project supported by ISRO and the Indian Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) under the QUAD framework. The project will help Mauritius monitor extreme weather and strengthen climate resilience.

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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 Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that India has aimed to diversify energy procurement for many years, prioritising stable prices and secure supplies. The current US administration has shown interest in strengthening these energy ties.

Despite previous US tariff hikes, India’s exports to the US rose to $45.82 billion in the first half of the current financial year, a 13.3% increase from last year. The government sees potential to import $12–13 billion worth of crude oil and natural gas from the US without changing refinery configurations.

India is also likely to source more renewable energy technologies from the US as part of the trade discussions. Chief Negotiator Rajesh Agrawal is already in the US, working with the negotiating team to finalise bilateral commitments and boost climate-friendly energy cooperation.

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Using satellite data from NASA’s OCO-2 and the European Space Agency’s Sentinel-5P, the team identified methane hotspots around industrial zones, landfills, and wastewater areas. The researchers also created city-specific models to forecast emissions and understand trends in urban GHG concentrations.

Professor Sahu said satellite-based monitoring helps policymakers target key sources of pollution such as landfills and heavy-traffic corridors. The study emphasized the importance of such data in designing climate policies and evaluating their effectiveness. The Seasonal Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (SARIMA) model used in the study also showed strong forecasting potential.

The findings, published in Environmental Science and Pollution Research, underscore the urgent need for climate action. Meanwhile, Delhi’s air quality has worsened again, prompting the Central Air Quality Management (CAQM) to enforce Stage 1 restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) ahead of Diwali.

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The visit will also include discussions with Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar during the 5th India-Australia Energy Dialogue. The meetings aim to strengthen collaboration in areas such as solar PV, green hydrogen, and energy storage. Both countries will explore two-way investments and skill development for the renewable workforce.

This follows the second India-Australia Annual Summit held in November 2024 on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese had expressed their ambition to accelerate climate action through joint projects and the launch of the India-Australia Renewable Energy Partnership.

After India, Bowen will travel to China to meet Minister Huang Runqiu for the 9th Australia-China Ministerial Dialogue on Climate Change in Beijing. These diplomatic engagements are part of Australia’s broader effort to strengthen international climate collaboration and renewable energy initiatives.

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Speaking at the curtain-raiser for the 8th International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly, Joshi said the event, scheduled for October 27-30 in New Delhi, will focus on expanding solar energy, green finance, and technology roadmaps. ISA unites 124 countries to promote global solar cooperation.

Joshi highlighted government programs like PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, benefiting over 20 lakh households, and PM-KUSUM, supporting solar pumps and small solar plants. He said these schemes bring clean energy to rural areas and empower farmers.

Santosh Kumar Sarangi, Secretary of the Ministry, said India ranks third in total renewable energy and second in solar module manufacturing after China. He also noted India’s progress in green hydrogen, targeting five million tonnes of production by 2031.

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Manohar Lal will participate in sessions on energy security, clean cooking, and sustainable industrial development. The discussions aim to boost international cooperation for affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy access. These goals are vital for economic growth and the Sustainable Development Goals.

He will showcase India’s progress in renewable energy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India now produces 50 percent of its total power capacity from renewable sources, exceeding global targets. This milestone highlights India’s strong commitment to a cleaner, greener, and inclusive energy future.

The minister will also share India’s experience in providing affordable energy, especially in rural areas. He will urge global collaboration for a just and equitable energy transition. The initiative aligns with the “One Earth, One Family, One Future” vision.

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Nepal has experienced torrential rainfall since Friday, causing rivers to overflow and inundating many settlements. Officials reported that at least 44 people have died and five are missing due to rain-related disasters. The eastern district of Illam was hit hardest, with 37 deaths caused by landslides, local authorities said.

“Heavy overnight rains caused landslides, blocking many roads and making rescue operations challenging,” said Sunita Nepal, a district official. Security forces have deployed helicopters and motorboats to aid affected communities, while residents along rivers in Kathmandu were evacuated to safer areas.

Prime Minister Sushila Karki assured that government agencies were “fully prepared for rescue and relief” and declared public holidays to prevent unnecessary travel.

Across the border in India, at least 20 people died in Darjeeling, West Bengal, after flash floods and landslides destroyed homes and infrastructure. Videos on Indian news channels showed rescue teams using cables to reach stranded residents. India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sorrow over the deaths and said the situation was being closely monitored.

India’s meteorological department issued a red alert for extreme rainfall in sub-Himalayan areas, including Darjeeling, until Monday. The Indian army also joined rescue operations in Bhutan, evacuating residents stranded in border towns such as Phuentsholing.

Experts warn that climate change is intensifying such disasters, increasing the frequency and severity of floods and landslides across South Asia. The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development had warned this monsoon season of heightened disaster risks due to rising temperatures and extreme rainfall.

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Jaishankar highlighted that “when multilateralism is under stress, BRICS has stood firm as a voice of reason and constructive change.” He added that BRICS must reinforce dialogue, diplomacy, peacebuilding, and respect for international law.

His remarks came weeks after the U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods and an additional 25% penalty on India’s purchase of Russian oil, among the steepest globally.

The minister also emphasized the urgent need to reform key UN institutions, especially the Security Council. He said technology and innovation will shape the next phase of BRICS cooperation. Looking ahead to India’s chairship in 2026, Jaishankar outlined priorities such as food and energy security, climate change, sustainable growth, and digital transformation.

On the margins of UNGA, he met leaders from Austria, Russia, UAE, Brazil, South Africa, and CELAC countries, discussing trade, health, technology, and critical minerals. He reiterated that BRICS must defend the multilateral trading system to protect the interests of the Global South.

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At the Asia Economic Dialogue, Sudhakar Dalela, Secretary (Economic Relations), explained that navigating complexity is about leveraging complementarities. He cited G20, BRICS, QUAD, and IBSA as examples of platforms where India plays an active role.Dalela emphasized that the future of economic multilateralism will depend on collective reform, cooperation, and adaptation. He added that the strength of one country alone cannot define outcomes.

By referring to both BRICS, which includes Russia and China, and QUAD, which includes the United States, Japan, and Australia, Dalela highlighted that India is not aligning with any single “camp.” The remark comes soon after US President Donald Trump tweeted about India’s closeness with China and Russia.

Dalela also stressed balance and the needs of the Global South. He raised issues such as energy security, cyber cooperation, UN reforms, climate change, and disaster relief. He underlined that development partnerships must respect sovereignty and remain transparent, viable, and sustainable.

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