In a step toward energy transition, Tamil Nadu Energy Development Agency has inaugurated a Green Hydrogen Research & Development Lab in Chennai. The facility focuses on low-cost electrolysis, hydrogen storage, and fuel-cell application in rural mobility. In collaboration with IIT Madras and private firms, the lab has already developed a 2 kW h…
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Punjab Develops Farmer Bio-Char Units for Soil Health
Punjab Agricultural University has launched mobile bio-char production units that convert crop stubble into charcoal to improve soil health and reduce air pollution. The machines are operated by local farmer collectives and can process up to 2 tons of paddy residue per day. The produced bio-char is applied to fields as an organic amendment, reduci…
Rajasthan Launches Desert-Resilient Housing Scheme
To combat the effects of extreme heat and sandstorms, the Rajasthan government has launched a desert-resilient housing scheme for rural communities in Barmer and Jaisalmer. The homes are designed using local stone, lime plaster, and sloped thatched roofing, which naturally regulate indoor temperatures. Each unit includes rainwater harvesting, sola…
Andhra Pradesh Pilots Floating Telemedicine Kiosks
AP’s Health Mission unveiled floating telemedicine kiosks on rivers in remote delta villages near Machilipatnam. These solar-powered boats operate two days a week, connecting patients via video to doctors in district hospitals. Each kiosk includes medical diagnostic tools and Wi-Fi. Within its first month, the service logged 400 consultations an…
Gujarat Introduces Coastal Drone Surveillance for Oil Spills
Gujarat Forest and Fisheries Department has deployed drones equipped with oil-sensing IR cameras to monitor nearshore regions around industrial ports. The drones can detect minor oil sheens, relay GPS data, and guide cleaning vessels to the site. In a recent trial near Hazira, the system detected a 75 m² oil patch from a minor spill, enabling r…
Tamil Nadu Adopts Smart Air Quality Bus Shelters
Chennai Metro Rail, in partnership with IIT Madras, has installed smart bus shelters equipped with air purifiers, air-quality sensors, and solar roof panels. Each shelter captures PM2.5 and VOC data, displaying live air quality indices. The purification system filters particulate matter before dispersing cleaner air for waiting passengers. Trials …
Kerala Pilots e-Bus Charging via Inductive Roads in Thiruvananthapuram
In a world-first trial, Thiruvananthapuram has launched e-buses equipped to charge wirelessly via inductive road plates installed along a pilot corridor. As the bus passes over concealed coils embedded in the road, its battery receives incremental charging—removing the need for large onboard battery packs. A 5-km route covering tourist areas, IT…
Indian Economy Grows 6.8% in Q1 FY 2025, Manufacturing Leads
India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew at 6.8% in the first quarter of FY 2025, according to data released by the National Statistical Office. The growth was led by a 9.5% surge in manufacturing output and 7.1% growth in construction. Agriculture remained flat due to delayed monsoon rains. Services continued to perform well, driven by travel,…
Supreme Court of India Upholds Women’s Right to Permanent Commission in Army
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court reaffirmed that women are entitled to the same permanent commission opportunities as men in the Indian Army. The ruling came after several women officers challenged the denial of promotions and permanent positions despite exemplary service. The court observed that institutional bias and systemic hurdles we…
India to Host G20 Climate Finance Summit in New Delhi
India will host the upcoming G20 Climate Finance Summit in New Delhi, positioning itself as a key player in global climate negotiations. Scheduled for December, the summit aims to finalize a framework for funding energy transition in developing nations. Union Finance and Environment Ministries are coordinating with the United Nations Framework Con…