Projects

PSUs to invest Rs.18,000cr on critical minerals The Cabinet has approved the launch of the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) on 29 Jan 2025 for a period of seven years from 2024-25 to 2030-31, with a proposed expenditure of Rs.16,300...

Chadha leverages Smart World connectivity solutions L&T Technology Services Limited (BSE: 540115, NSE: LTTS) says its Tech segment will deliver advanced network software development and application engineering solutions under a US$60 million multi-year agreement with a prominent US based provider...

Dr Singh calls for 50% women participation in workforce India urgently needs to integrate financial education into school and college curricula to empower the next generation and have a financially aware and a self-realised society, said Dr Bhim Singh, Member...

Port operational efficiency improves to one day ship turnaround With 100% FDI permitted in shipping under the automatic route, simplified customs clearance and the strategic advantage of GIFT City IFSC, India now offers one of the most attractive investment ecosystems...

Govt committed to industries developing manufacturing models The Technology Development Board (TDB) has signed an agreement with Egee Pallet Pvt Ltd of Hyderabad to support the commercialisation of its innovative project titled “Business Proposal for Manufacturing of Packaging Accessories for...

National Grid SA to improve grid planning through intelligent forecasting Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) says its recently secured multi-year strategic contract from Saudi Electric Company – National Grid SA is to implement a Smart Meter Data...

Promote Innovation-space-tech convergence, says Minister Space sector should be seen as a catalyst for broader sectoral development, not as a standalone pillar, Dr Jitendra Singh, Minister of State in charge of Department of Space said in a written reply in...

International engagements enhance India's textile sector The National Institution of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has established formal collaborations with over 22 institutions across more than 14 countries, including the UK, France, Australia, Japan, the United States, New Zealand and Finland, supporting...

Vessel to have AI-based maintenance-Remote Piloted Drones The keel-laying ceremony of Yard 16401, the first of six Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), was held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL), Mumbai on 22...

1Q zinc production cost at US$1,010/MT Hindustan Zinc’s Board has approved a first phase of US$1.4 billion investment plans to double production capacity with a new 250 KTPA integrated smelting complex alongside similar expansion of mines & mills capacities http://hzlindia.com....