Railway records local loading of 728 Mn tons in 2023-24

Centre Pushes Greener Coal With Focus on Self-Reliance

The central government has introduced a series of measures to make India’s coal sector more sustainable and competitive, while aligning with global climate goals. Although the country is expanding its renewable energy capacity, coal continues to meet 55 per cent of India’s energy demand. Backed by the fifth-largest coal reserves globally, India is now pursuing a multi-pronged strategy to modernise the sector, reduce environmental harm, and cut down on imports.Greening and Efficiency InitiativesPublic Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in coal and lignite have increased reclamation and afforestatio..

Chennai Clears 200,000 Tonnes Of C&D Waste in 6 Months

The Greater Chennai Corporation has cleared 200,268.50 metric tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) waste between 7 January and 22 July 2025.According to an official press release, penalties totalling Rs 3.93 million were collected during this period for violations related to unauthorised waste dumping.Zone-wise data shows that Teynampet recorded the highest volume of debris removal at 20,589.15 metric tonnes, followed by Adyar and Anna Nagar. Manali Zone recorded the least, at 7,348.65 metric tonnes.Debris clearance resumed in seven zones from 7 January 2025, after resolution of a l..

Govt Gets Rs 16 Billion Proposals Under ECMS

The Indian government has reportedly received investment proposals worth approximately Rs 16 billion under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), according to official sources.The scheme, which has a total outlay of Rs 228.05 billion, opened for applications on 1 May. It aims to boost domestic manufacturing of electronic components and support the development of a robust supply chain in the sector.An official source confirmed, "We have received proposals worth around Rs 16 billion under ECMS."The response is seen as a positive sign for India's goal of becoming a global electron..