India’s peak power demand soars to record high of 256.11 GW

IANS | April 26, 2026 7:39 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) India's peak power demand soared to a record high of 256.11 GW on Saturday as the heat wave intensified across the country, which forced both domestic and commercial consumers to step up the use of air conditioners and other cooling devices, data compiled by the Power Ministry showed.

Severe heatwave grips North India; IMD issues alert

IANS | April 26, 2026 1:29 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Large parts of India are reeling under an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring well above normal levels for this time of the year. The national capital, Delhi, has witnessed a sharp spike in temperature, raising concerns over public health and safety.

Women-led SHG in MP's Khandwa makes eco-friendly lamps to protect Narmada

IANS | April 24, 2026 7:49 PM

Khandwa, April 24 (IANS) A women-led Self-Help Group (SHG) in Madhya Pradesh’s Khandwa district has launched the production of biodegradable “flour lamps” as an alternative to plastic offerings in the Narmada River, combining environmental conservation with rural employment with support from the state government.

India must aim for 100 pc ethanol as auto fuel: Gadkari

IANS | April 21, 2026 7:01 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday said India should aim to achieve 100 per cent ethanol blending for use as auto fuel in the near future, to cut dependence on imported oil, which made the country vulnerable to disruption in energy supplies amid geopolitical uncertainties such as the Iran war.