This provides valuable operational flexibility, particularly in addressing the variability of solar power, while ensuring efficiency, safety and performance. Adani Group has commissioned India‘s first off-grid 5 megawatt green hydrogen pilot plant in Kutch, Gujarat, the conglomerate said in a statement on Monday. An off-grid green hydrogen plant is a facility that produces hydrogen using… Continue reading Adani commissions India’s 1st off-grid green hydrogen pilot plant
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Tamil Nadu emerging as key contributor in manufacturing drones for the armed forces, and other electronic defence systems
Our focus now is to design based on ground-level operational needs and co-develop with defence forces.” The Union govt referred to Operation Sindoor, India’s retaliatory strike to the Pahalgam terror attack, as a milestone in the nation’s journey towards technological self-reliance in military operations — in drone warfare, layered air defence, and electronic warfare. The… Continue reading Tamil Nadu emerging as key contributor in manufacturing drones for the armed forces, and other electronic defence systems
Indian steel PSUs expanding global presence to achieve higher production by 2030
The govt is also eyeing critical minerals in Brazil and Argentina, said the officer. In a bid to explore reserves of key minerals needed for steel making abroad, and eyeing new markets for the commodity as well, three PSUs — Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC), and Metallurgical and Engineering… Continue reading Indian steel PSUs expanding global presence to achieve higher production by 2030
Would you hail ‘robotaxi’? Musk bets cabs will give Tesla lift after boycotts, sales plunge
Musk says the robotaxis will be running on an improved version of Full Self-Driving and the cabs will be safe. Elon Musk promised in 2019 that driverless Tesla “robotaxis” would be on the road “next year,” but it didn’t happen. A year later, he promised to deliver them the next year, but that didn’t happen… Continue reading Would you hail ‘robotaxi’? Musk bets cabs will give Tesla lift after boycotts, sales plunge
CNG poised for significant growth as India focuses on energy transition: Crisil
The city gas distribution (CGD) sector is at the core of India’s energy transition, with compressed natural gas, in particular, poised for significant growth, according to a report by Crisil Intelligence. This projected growth, according to Crisil, will be powered by government thrust, urban mobility demand, and expanding infrastructure. With more than 18,000 CNG stations… Continue reading CNG poised for significant growth as India focuses on energy transition: Crisil
Europe’s lithium quest hampered by China and lack of cash
To gain a foothold, Europe has developed a regulatory framework that emphasises environmental preservation, quality job creation and cooperation with local communities. Europe’s ambition to be a world player in decarbonised transportation arguably depends on sourcing lithium abroad, especially in South America. Even the bloc’s broader energy security and climate goals could depend on securing… Continue reading Europe’s lithium quest hampered by China and lack of cash
HD Kumaraswamy reviews operations at Salem Steel Plant, calls for focus on profitability and capacity
The products are used in applications such as defence, railways, aerospace, and engineering. Union Minister for Steel and Heavy Industries, HD Kumaraswamy, visited the Salem Steel Plant, a unit of the Steel Authority of India Ltd. (SAIL), where he reviewed its operations and discussed ways to enhance profitability and capacity utilisation. Kumaraswamy was received by… Continue reading HD Kumaraswamy reviews operations at Salem Steel Plant, calls for focus on profitability and capacity
No supply issues for EV magnets, monitoring geopolitical risks closely: N. Chandrasekaran
“We’re also working with the government on alternative resources. This is something we are watching very carefully”, said Tata Motors’ Chairman N. Chandrasekaran. Tata Motors chairman N. Chandrasekaran on Friday told shareholders at the company’s 80th annual general meeting that the company is accelerating its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, even as it closely monitors supply… Continue reading No supply issues for EV magnets, monitoring geopolitical risks closely: N. Chandrasekaran
India to become fourth-largest EV producer by 2030: Report
The report, part of Rhodium’s Global Clean Investment Monitor, notes that India’s manufacturing capacity is expected to exceed domestic demand by 1.1–2.1 million units over the next five years. India’s electric four-wheeler manufacturing capacity is projected to grow tenfold to 2.5 million units by 2030, from 0.2 million units currently, according to new research by… Continue reading India to become fourth-largest EV producer by 2030: Report
End of road for end-of-life vehicles from July 1: CAQM
India currently adheres to Bharat Stage VI, or BS VI, emission norms for vehicular fuels, but there are old cars that still run on BS-II and BS III standards. Starting July 1, all end-of-life (EOL) vehicles will be denied fuel in Delhi and will be subject to actions such as deregistration, impounding and scrapping, the… Continue reading End of road for end-of-life vehicles from July 1: CAQM