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India Explores Geothermal Energy from Abandoned Oil Wells, Eyes 10.6 GW Potential. (Image Source: Reuters)

Govt to tap abandoned oil wells for geothermal energy

In a significant move to expand its renewable energy portfolio, India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is exploring the…

June 25, 2025 21:55 IST

Western Dedicated Freight Corridor Nears Completion: Trucking Industry Braces for Shift in Long-Haul Cargo. (Image Source: Express photo)

Truck companies factor in impact of western freight corridor on sales

As the 1,506 km Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC) approaches full operation by December 2025, India’s commercial vehicle manufacturers anticipate…

June 25, 2025 21:01 IST

Middle East Tensions & Strait of Hormuz: India's Energy Vulnerability and Diversification Efforts. (Image Source: Reuters)

Why India must spread its oil import bets

Following US air strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, global oil and gas markets face persistent volatility, impacting India’s significant energy…

June 25, 2025 20:46 IST

Ayushman Bharat, Atal Pension Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, social security,

EXPLAINER: How India expanded social security coverage

Social security coverage reaches 64.3% of the population, backed by Ayushman Bharat, Atal Pension Yojana, e-Shram, and DBT reforms. Recognised…

June 24, 2025 22:52 IST

S&P, growth, economy, income-tax, crude oil prices, GDP growth

S&P ups India growth forecast to 6.5%

S&P Global Ratings raises India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to 6.5%, citing strong domestic demand, easing inflation, and policy support.…

June 24, 2025 22:27 IST

kharif crops, agriculture, farmers, monsoon, Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Kharif area may exceed normal: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Kharif crop sowing likely to surpass normal levels as monsoon revival boosts planting. Acreage up 10% year-on-year to 13.78 million…

June 24, 2025 20:43 IST

finanace minister, nirmala sitharaman, tariffs, trade, economy

FM rebuts ‘tariff king’ tag for India, upcoming FTAs to boost exports

FM Nirmala Sitharaman rebuts India’s ‘tariff king’ tag, citing rationalised customs structure and upcoming FTAs with US, EU to boost…

June 24, 2025 20:04 IST

edible oil, oil, economy, Soybean Processor Association of India, agriculture, farmers

Shivraj Singh Chouhan expresses concern over surge in edible oil imports

Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan voices concern over rising edible oil imports, stressing need for self-sufficiency. While recent duty cuts…

June 24, 2025 19:51 IST