Rooftop solar plan to generate '20K MW of additional power' in Rajasthan

Archana Sharma | February 3, 2024 4:48 PM

Jaipur, Feb 3 (IANS) Rajasthan will lead the show in the proposed rooftop solar scheme -- Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana. Around 20000 MW business is expected to be generated across the nation via rooftop solar installations out of which 5000 MW business will be generated in Rajasthan, says Sunil Bansal, president, Rajasthan Solar Association.

Wet spell over northwest India to continue for next 24 hours: IMD

IANS | February 1, 2024 3:20 PM

New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday said that a wet spell over northwest India is likely to continue during next 24 hours, and thereafter another spell is likely to affect the region on Saturday and February 5.

‘Severe’ air quality chokes Delhi most of the days in January

IANS | January 31, 2024 12:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 31 (IANS) Throughout January, Delhi grappled with persistent air pollution, exacerbating a crisis that had already been worsening since the previous year. Unfavourable weather conditions, including fog, calm winds, and low temperatures, contributed to the deterioration of air quality.