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Govt plans Rs 5,000 crore scheme in 3 months to promote green technologies in steel sector
The Indian government is set to launch a Rs 5,000 crore scheme within three months to boost clean technologies in steelmaking, aiming to slash carbon emissions. Titled the National Strategy for Sustainable Secondary Steel, the initiative will benefit all steel producers, with a significant portion allocated to smaller players. This move aligns with India's net-zero commitments, addressing the steel sector's substantial contribution to greenhouse gas emissions.
SBI Securities prefers HDFC Bank, sees long-term upside in metals
Sunny Agarwal, Head Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, remains positive on private banks, preferring HDFC Bank over Kotak Mahindra Bank after the lender received a clean legal review. He says Persistent Systems' acquisition benefits may take up to eight quarters to materialise, while slower growth remains a near-term concern. Agarwal is also bullish on the metals sector, with Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys as his top pick, and remains positive on Astral over the long term despite near-term challenges.
Why clean land records are key to India's property market
States are rapidly digitizing land records to streamline India's complex property market. This move aims to curb disputes, speed up transactions, and boost credit access by creating transparent, integrated ownership data. Buyers, homeowners, developers, and banks stand to gain significantly from enhanced efficiency and reduced risks. While not a magic bullet for all disputes, this modernization is a crucial step for economic growth and improved ease of doing business.

Exclusive | ‘Wanted introspection, not a compliance exercise’: Atanu Chakraborty after HDFC Bank legal review
Former HDFC Bank Chairman Atanu Chakraborty says the Board ignored his queries on the legal review, after law firms gave a clean chit to the bank on his ethical concerns
Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions allots 41,120 equity shares under ESOS
Consequent to the aforesaid allotment, the paid-up share capital of the Company shall stand increased from Rs 11,71,75,990 to Rs 11,72,17,410.
Jupiter International Ltd invests Rs 550 cr in new TOPCon solar cell facility in Himachal's Baddi
Jupiter International Ltd has boosted its solar cell manufacturing capacity to 3.25 GW with a new 1.25 GW TOPCon unit in Himachal Pradesh, investing Rs 550 crore. This move signifies a shift towards advanced, high-efficiency solar technologies. The company's CEO highlighted this as a key step in their technology journey, paving the way for future expansions and supporting India's clean energy goals.
India’s $55 billion green energy pipeline faces climate damage
India's ambitious renewable energy expansion faces a significant climate threat, with $55 billion in planned solar, wind, and hydropower assets vulnerable to extreme weather by 2030. Ninety percent of proposed capacity across ten states is at high risk from events like floods and wildfires. This highlights the urgent need for resilience measures to protect investments and ensure the nation's clean energy transition remains on track.

'Mumbai Clean, Fully Working': How Mumbaikars Reacted To Heavy Rain, Waterlogging
A view of a section of a road cordoned off with danger tape following a soil and road cave-in after heavy rain in Mumbai on Wednesday.
Adani Group targets 10 GW nuclear power capacity by 2035
Adani Group is venturing into nuclear power, aiming for 10 GW capacity by 2035 to bolster India's energy security amidst global uncertainties. Chairman Gautam Adani announced land acquisition for Adani Atomic Energy, a significant addition to the conglomerate's integrated power platform. This move aligns with accelerated investments across the energy value chain, from mining to clean energy technologies, underscoring a commitment to reliable, affordable, and round-the-clock power for the nation.
CleanMax bets on big tech, data centres to power next phase of growth
Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions, India's largest commercial and industrial renewable energy provider, is positioning itself for strong growth as demand from big tech and data centres accelerates. With 3.1 GW of installed capacity and a 5.7 GW contracted portfolio, the company counts Meta, Google, Apple, Amazon and Equinix among its customers. CleanMax plans to add at least 1.5 GW in FY27 and 3 GW over three years, while aiming to double EBITDA. Analysts say its client-focused model and market leadership are difficult to replicate.
NLC India, Indian Oil Corporation partner up for large-scale green energy projects
State-run NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has partnered with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOC) to form a joint venture focused on developing large-scale green energy projects in Tamil Nadu. This collaboration, formalized by a Memorandum of Understanding, aims to advance renewable energy initiatives including solar, wind, and storage solutions. The partnership signifies a strategic move for NLCIL's diversification into clean energy and contributes to India's sustainable development goals.
Hindustan Zinc signs MoU with Advantek Associates & Aero Eagle
To explore adoption of green hydrogen and alternative clean energy solutions