India Targets 100 GW Nuclear Power by 2047
In a move to bolster India’s energy security and clean energy ambitions, the Ministry of Power convened a meeting of the Consultative Committee of Members of Parliament to discuss the “Roadmap for Development of Nuclear Power Generation.” Chaired by Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, the session emphasized the strategic role of nuclear energy in achieving India's net zero carbon emissions target by 2070.Currently, India operates 25 nuclear reactors across seven sites, generating 8,880 MW—about 3% of the country’s total electricity. Another 6,6..
India, Bhutan Boost Customs Ties at 6th JGC Meet
India and Bhutan have reaffirmed their strong bilateral trade relationship during the 6th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) Meeting held in Thimphu, Bhutan. The two-day meeting aimed to deepen cooperation on customs processes, streamline cross-border trade, and ensure efficient and secure border management.The meeting was co-chaired by Surjit Bhujabal, Special Secretary and Member (Customs), Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), Government of India, and Mr. Sonam Jamtsho, Director General, Department of Revenue and Customs, Royal Government of Bhutan.India remains Bhutan’s largest t..
Govt to Auction Bonds Worth Rs 360 Billion on May 2
The Government of India has announced the auction of two government securities worth a total of Rs 360 billion on May 2, 2025. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct the sale of the re-issued “6.64% Government Security 2027” for Rs 60 billion and a new “Government Security 2035” for Rs 300 billion.The auctions will be held using the multiple price method. The 2027 bond will be sold through a price-based auction, while the 2035 bond will go through a yield-based auction. Both auctions will be conducted by the RBI’s Mumbai Office at Fort.The government also retains the option to ..
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