PRALHAD JOSHI
Even if there are 543 or 850 seats, BJP will win: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Delimitation
Speaking with the reporters outside the Parliament, Joshi said that the Centre delinked the census from delimitation to ensure women's reservation and increase the overall seats in the Parliament.
Centre relaxes wheat procurement norms for Punjab to counter rain damage
The central government has eased wheat procurement rules for Punjab and Chandigarh for the Rabi Marketing Season 2026-27. This decision follows untimely rains that damaged crops. Relaxations include increased tolerance for lustre loss and shrivelled grains. Punjab officials are ensuring smooth procurement and timely payments to farmers. Opposition parties had criticized the state government for delays in seeking these relaxations.
Amid West Asia crisis: Santa Marta meet aims to drive fossil fuel shift
The Santa Marta conference has been described as a meeting of the "coalition of doers", comprising countries and stakeholders committed to shifting away from fossil fuels. It will bring together members of existing alliances such as the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, the Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance, and the Powering Past Coal Alliance.
L&T targets nuclear energy, expects 3x revenues in 5 years
"L&T has been associated with India's nuclear programme since its inception and has supported technology development, manufacturing and localisation," Anil V Parab, whole-time director and senior executive vice president, heavy engineering & manufacturing, told ET. "We will continue to support the government's push to scale nuclear capacity from about 8.8 GW currently to 100 GW by 2047."
Jindal Renewables, INOXGFL in Race for GIP's Vena India
The potential bidders are currently undertaking due diligence of the asset, and binding bids are expected by next month, the people said. Global investors, including Actis, Sembcorp, KKR, and Macquarie, had also evaluated the company but decided against holding advanced negotiations with GIP, said people aware of the development.
Karnataka government ignores protests, notifies lifetime tax on EVs, spares two-wheelers
Karnataka has introduced a new lifetime road tax for electric cars, jeeps, and buses, excluding two-wheelers. This move aims to generate an additional Rs 250 crore for the state government. The decision has drawn criticism from Union Minister Pralhad Joshi and the EV industry, who fear it could increase crude oil imports and hinder climate goals.
India records highest-ever annual solar capacity addition of 45 GW in FY 2025-26: Pralhad Joshi
The minister further informed that the country added 6.65 gigawatts of solar capacity in March 2026, marking the highest-ever solar installation in a single month. "Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra have led this extraordinary growth, powering India's transition towards a cleaner, greener, and more self-reliant future," Joshi said.
Centre to roll out PM-KUSUM 2, push rooftop solar to hit 10 million homes
India is set to boost solar power with new schemes. The PM-KUSUM 2 initiative will expand solar irrigation. The PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana aims to connect 10 million homes to solar power. Rooftop solar installations are progressing rapidly. Efforts are underway to address pending power sale agreements and transmission challenges to ensure green energy distribution.
Karnataka: Pralhad Joshi fears taxes on EVs will derail India’s emission targets
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi criticized Karnataka's decision to withdraw road tax exemptions for electric vehicles, warning it could increase India's crude import bill and hinder climate goals. He argued the move, aimed at raising Rs 250 crore, is fiscally shortsighted and contradicts global clean mobility incentives.
PM Modi chairs special CCS meet to review steps amid war
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a crucial meeting to tackle challenges in key sectors like agriculture and logistics. The government is boosting coordination with states to ensure essential supplies and combat misinformation. Efforts are underway to diversify energy sources and secure supply chains. Measures are in place to maintain stable prices and availability of commodities for citizens.
Green H2 blending can help cut gas, fuel imports: Prahlad Joshi
Green hydrogen blending in city gas and mobility can cut fuel imports. Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted this potential. Pilot projects show feasibility. India is building a coordinated system for energy security. Green hydrogen and green ammonia are key to self-reliance. This effort strengthens domestic capability and resilient supply chains.
Exchange of green ammonia agreements a historic step towards sustainable fertiliser production: Union Minister Nadda
The initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and ensure long-term energy security. Indian fertilizer companies have secured stable ammonia supply for ten years.
West Asia conflict: BJP, Opposition spar over all-party meet
The Centre convened an all-party meeting on the West Asia crisis, sparking a debate. Opposition parties criticized the timing and the Prime Minister's absence. They called for a more assertive foreign policy. The BJP defended the government's actions and accused the opposition of politicizing the issue. Discussions focused on the global situation and its potential impact on India.
CCS reviews situation arising due to West Asia conflict; energy, fuel security assessed
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting to review the West Asia conflict's impact on India. The committee assessed critical needs like food, energy, and fuel security, directing a dedicated group to manage the effects. Measures for short, medium, and long-term availability of essential commodities were discussed.
India’s non-fossil power capacity to hit 786 GW by FY36, exceed 2030 target: Govt
India plans to significantly boost its non-fossil fuel power capacity to 786 GW by FY36, accelerating its clean energy transition beyond the 2030 target. This expansion aims to meet rising energy demand, driven by urbanization and industrial growth, while fossil fuel capacity will be capped at 335 GW.
Parliament watch: Lok Sabha clears Rs 53 lakh crore spending via guillotine; no PLI payouts for solar firms, uranium projects await clearances
Lok Sabha approved over ₹53 lakh crore for ministries' grants, including Railways and Agriculture. Meanwhile, solar manufacturers await PLI funds, with no disbursements yet despite significant capacity awards. Separately, the Uranium Corporation of India is advancing two new mining projects in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, currently undergoing statutory clearances to boost indigenous uranium production.
Solar equipment makers get no funds under Rs 24,000 crore PLI scheme till February end: Parliament
No funds have been disbursed to solar equipment makers under the Rs 24,000-crore Production Linked Incentive scheme as of February-end. The scheme mandates a one-year post-commissioning period before fund release. While significant manufacturing capacity has been established, upstream component production faces challenges. The government is actively working to strengthen domestic capabilities and reduce import reliance.
Karnataka slams Centre over Madurai airport upgrade, seeks international tag for Hubballi, Belagavi
Karnataka's Congress-led government has strongly criticized the Union's recent decision to elevate Madurai Airport to international status, deeming it an act of discrimination. Minister MB Patil pointed out that Hubballi and Belagavi airports still await similar upgrades, suggesting that this decision seems strategically timed ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections.
Govt set to launch new version of PM KUSUM scheme focusing on agri solar PV component
The government is preparing to launch PM-KUSUM 2.0, a new version of the scheme aimed at boosting renewable energy in agriculture. This initiative will enable farmers to generate electricity while cultivating crops on the same land, with a dedicated 10 GW agri-PV component planned. The updated scheme is expected to feature higher targets and an increased outlay.
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