China’s subsea data centres pose ecological hazard: Report

IANS | April 16, 2026 5:03 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) US experts have red flagged the commercial underwater data centres that China has started setting up as an environmental hazard, due to the release of intense heat in the surrounding sea which is likely to adversely impact neighbouring countries such as Vietnam and the Philippines.

India can play key role in helping Africa's green energy push

IANS | April 16, 2026 1:45 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) India can play a key role in helping Africa scale up its renewable energy, as the country has, over the last decade, successfully added over 130 gigawatts of solar and wind capacity, with renewables now accounting for just over half of installed electricity capacity, according to an article.

Sensex, Nifty open higher as geopolitical tensions ease

IANS | April 16, 2026 9:34 AM

Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) The Indian stock markets opened on a higher note on Thursday, with the equity benchmarks mirroring global cues amid hopes of easing geopolitical tensions between Washington and Tehran.