Budget 2023 | What are the Centre’s initiatives for ‘Green Growth’ and energy transition?
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Budget 2023 | What are the Centre’s initiatives for ‘Green Growth’ and energy transition?

The Hindu  

In the bid to reduce the carbon intensity of the Indian economy, meet clean energy targets, and provide large-scale green job opportunities, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a slew of measures for “Green Growth” while presenting the Union Budget on Wednesday, including initiatives related to green fuel, green farming, green mobility, green buildings, and green equipment. The Minister listed “Green Growth” as one of the seven priorities of this year’s Budget, citing that India is moving toward net zero carbon emissions by 2070 to usher in usher in green industrial and economic transition. Ms. Sitharaman highlighted the green initiatives being carried out in line with this priority: Green Hydrogen: The Minister announced an outlay of ₹19,700 crore for the recently launched National Green Hydrogen Mission, which she said will facilitate the transition of the economy to low carbon intensity, reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports and make the country “assume technology and market leadership in this sunrise sector”. Energy transition: The budget provides ₹35,000 crores for priority capital investment toward energy transition, net zero objectives, and energy security by the Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

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India’s green ambitions: A key milestone crossed and yet miles to go
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India’s green ambitions: A key milestone crossed and yet miles to go

Live Mint  

New Delhi: In October, India reached an important milestone in its green energy ambitions: an installed renewable energy capacity of 203.18 GW. Green IPOs and nuclear energy India’s green energy sector is leading a shift in the economy, said Manoj Bansal, partner at Grant Thornton Bharat, adding that emerging areas like green hydrogen, energy storage, and carbon capture are attracting …

India's climate challenge and the rise of a new green economy
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India's climate challenge and the rise of a new green economy

Live Mint  

As the threats posed by climate change escalate, countries are having to navigate the challenge of balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability. While the challenges posed by climate change are daunting, they also present unique opportunities for India to lead the global transition to a green economy. By focusing on renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, urban resilience, and the integration of …

NHAI to Issue Green Bonds Worth Rs.1,000 Cr to Fund Eco-Friendly Initiatives
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NHAI to Issue Green Bonds Worth Rs.1,000 Cr to Fund Eco-Friendly Initiatives

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Reiterating its commitment to promote environment sustainability and development of green highways, National Highways Authority of India’s fully owned Special Purpose Vehicle ‘DME Development Limited’ will issue green bonds to raise funds for the implementation of environment friendly measures on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway project. The first of its kind green bond issue in roads and highways sector is expected …

Over 60 pc sustainability startups call for increased govt support to boost funding in segment: Survey
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Over 60 pc sustainability startups call for increased govt support to boost funding in segment: Survey

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Dec 2 Over 60 per cent Indian sustainability startups have demanded increased government support to fuel funding in the segment, according to a survey by Key Communications. The survey was conducted among 200 sustainable startups from six cities, including Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad, Key Communication said in a statement. According to the statement, startups from …

India to set up a carbon trading, green bond regulator
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India to set up a carbon trading, green bond regulator

Live Mint  

The Union government plans to set up an agency on the lines of National Agriculture Cooperative Marketing Federation of India to regulate carbon trading, two people said. Empowering government The amended Energy Conservation Act, 2022 empowers the Indian government to set up a domestic carbon market and to authorize designated agencies to issue carbon credit certificates. The Indian Carbon Market …

NITI Aayog’s Green Transition symposium: New platform to help states create own roadmap to be announced
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NITI Aayog’s Green Transition symposium: New platform to help states create own roadmap to be announced

Hindustan Times  

Amid Uttar Pradesh government’s efforts to give push to renewable energy in the state, the NITI Aayog is set to launch a platform to help states create and execute their own ‘Green Transition Roadmap’ at a symposium in Delhi on November 11. It The symposium, according to the agenda shared by the NITI Aayog, will include remarks from prominent officials, …

India's climate policies expected to reduce CO2 emissions by around 4 billion tonnes by 2030: Report
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India's climate policies expected to reduce CO2 emissions by around 4 billion tonnes by 2030: Report

The Hindu  

India's current climate policies are projected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by around four billion tonnes between 2020 and 2030, and drive a 24% reduction in coal-based power generation, according to a new report. The study by Delhi-based independent think tank Council on Energy, Environment and Water said policies for India's power, residential and transport sectors have already saved 440 …

India Needs a Green New Deal: A Holistic Approach to Sustainable Development
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India Needs a Green New Deal: A Holistic Approach to Sustainable Development

Hindustan Times  

India needs an own Green New Deal to address the climate crisis and other pressing issues. The Green New Deal should focus on sustainable development, prioritize equity, and involve all stakeholders in the decision-making process. It should also address unique Indian characteristics and priorities, such as the need for a decentralized approach and a focus on value creation over cost-cutting.

​More for more: On the Union Budget and allocations
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​More for more: On the Union Budget and allocations

The Hindu  

Budgets of the Union or the States, as much as they are revenue and expenditure statements for the upcoming fiscal year, are also an exercise in political economy, and the recently tabled Union Budget for 2024-25 is no different. Aside from the “nine priorities”, beginning with provisions for the farm sector and attempts to boost employment, Union Finance Minister Nirmala …

Budget 2024: Placing thrust on infrastructure
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Budget 2024: Placing thrust on infrastructure

The Hindu  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman accelerated the government’s thrust on the crucial infrastructure sector in her seventh successive Budget presentation and the first of PM Modi’s third term. A massive expansion in urban housing at an investment of ₹10 lakh crore, a rural roads programme worth ₹26,000 crore are among the major features of the big infrastructure push. The Indian economy’s …

Budget 2024: A blueprint for sustainable growth and employment
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Budget 2024: A blueprint for sustainable growth and employment

The Hindu  

I would like to congratulate the Finance Minister for laying a well-defined road map for Viksit Bharat 2047 while continuing the focus on the immediate requirement. The support for the manufacturing sector, a package for employment generation, and the skilling and upskilling for 4.1 crore youth across sectors, are some of the key highlights of this budget. This, coupled with …

Budget 2024: For Developed India by 2047, Sitharaman banks on renewable & nuclear energy
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Budget 2024: For Developed India by 2047, Sitharaman banks on renewable & nuclear energy

Firstpost  

The Budget 2024-25 makes way for private sector’s participation in the research and development of small modular nuclear reactors to boost India’s nuclear energy capacity Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made announcements related to nuclear energy production and private sector's role in it in the Budget 2024 As the fastest-growing major economy that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set 2047 …

The budget echoes the Developed India vision
5 months ago

The budget echoes the Developed India vision

Hindustan Times  

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has meticulously assessed India’s economic vitality. New Delhi, India - July 23, 2024: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during Post Budget Press Conference at National Media Centre, in New Delhi, India, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Budget 2024 unveiled a comprehensive strategy built on nine foundational pillars — agriculture, employment, inclusive development, manufacturing and services, urban …

Budget 2024: Key announcements by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
5 months ago

Budget 2024: Key announcements by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

India TV News  

Budget 2024: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, presented the first budget of the Modi government 3.0, after it was re-elected to power for the third consecutive time, in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, "As mentioned in the interim Budget, we need to focus on 4 different castes, the poor, …

Economic Survey 2023-24: Balancing growth and green goals a tightrope walk for India
5 months ago

Economic Survey 2023-24: Balancing growth and green goals a tightrope walk for India

The Hindu  

India's path to sustainable development is fraught with challenges, as the country grapples with the twin imperatives of meeting burgeoning energy demands and reducing carbon emissions, the Economic Survey 2023-24 revealed on July 22. Tabled in the Parliament, the Survey underscores the complexities of India's green transition, emphasizing the need for a diversified energy portfolio to achieve ambitious growth targets …

Can green credits benefit India’s forests?
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Can green credits benefit India’s forests?

The Hindu  

The Green Credit Programme, announced by the Environment Ministry in October 2023, is a market-based mechanism where individuals and companies can claim incentives called ‘green credits’ for contributions to environmental and ecological restoration. And let’s say growing 1,000 trees in a particular patch earns you one green credit per tree. In green credits, one is a biodiversity credit, one is …

Budget session: Poll promises to be met in phased manner, focus on green initiatives, says Himachal governor
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Budget session: Poll promises to be met in phased manner, focus on green initiatives, says Himachal governor

Hindustan Times  

The state government is committed to fulfilling all poll promises in a phased manner and lack of funds would not come in the way of development, Himachal Pradesh governor Shiv Pratap Shukla said on Wednesday in his ceremonial address to the budget session. Himachal governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, assembly speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania, chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and leader …

Budget 2024: Highlights of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Interim Budget
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Budget 2024: Highlights of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Interim Budget

The Hindu  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the 2024 Interim Budget in Parliament today, ahead of the Lok Sabha elections expected to be held mid-year. On the direct taxation front, Ms. Sitharaman proposed to withdraw outstanding tax demands up to ₹25,000 for the period up to the financial year 2009-10 and up to ₹10,000 for financial years 2010-11 to 2014-15. On the …

Green measures announced by Finance Minister in Interim Budget
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Green measures announced by Finance Minister in Interim Budget

The Hindu  

While presenting the interim budget for 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a set of measures to boost the green economy and the blue economy Among other measures pertaining to finance and infrastructure, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also announced some green initiatives and steps which will be taken for India to meet its net-zero commitments by 2070 in the interim …

Union Budget | Centre to expand electric vehicle ecosystem to support charging infra
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Union Budget | Centre to expand electric vehicle ecosystem to support charging infra

The Hindu  

The government will expand the electric vehicle ecosystem to support charging infra, and e-buses for public transport networks will be encouraged, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Ms. Sitharaman, in her pre-election Budget, which is technically a vote on account and popularly termed an interim Budget, also said the blending of compressed biogas into compressed natural …

Rural Housing scheme - Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman highlights progress toward 3 crore rural houses, plans for additional 2 crore in next five years
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rural Housing scheme - Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman highlights progress toward 3 crore rural houses, plans for additional 2 crore in next five years

The Hindu  

The country is close to achieving the target of 3 crore houses under the rural housing scheme and two crore more will be constructed in the next five years, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Earlier this month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the first instalment of ₹540 crore to one lakh beneficiaries of a …

Budget Highlights 2024: Rooftop solarisation, housing for middle class, charging of EVs
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget Highlights 2024: Rooftop solarisation, housing for middle class, charging of EVs

Hindustan Times  

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday presented the interim budget ahead of the end of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The 2024 interim budget presentation brought forth a slew of transformative initiatives aimed at bolstering various sectors of the economy and addressing pressing societal challenges. From innovative schemes fostering renewable energy adoption to strategic investments in healthcare and agriculture, …

Interim Budget 2024: Six key areas to look out for
11 months ago

Interim Budget 2024: Six key areas to look out for

Live Mint  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the interim Budget on February 1. Take a look at six key areas that could get the maximum weightage in the government's interim budget, 1) The government may make the National Pension System more attractive by extending tax concessions on contributions and withdrawals, especially for senior citizens above 75 years, PTI reported. 3) …

Vision 2047: Infra to be biggest driver for growth push
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Vision 2047: Infra to be biggest driver for growth push

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s infrastructure sector is set to become the biggest driver for the country that aspires to become a $5 trillion economy soon and a developed nation by 2047. The newly adopted Vision 2047 document also lays emphasis entirely on infrastructure growth scaling up the pace of development of railways, roads, and ports surpassing most developed countries. Instruments like …

Green Hydrogen: Empowering India’s Journey Towards Energy Independence And Net Zero Emissions
1 year, 4 months ago

Green Hydrogen: Empowering India’s Journey Towards Energy Independence And Net Zero Emissions

Live Law  

“Sustainable and inclusive development has become a prevailing global agenda over the past few decades, garnering significant attention and dedication from nations across the world.” World Bank, 2018 Sustainable and inclusive development has been the global goal for the past few decades. With its promising capabilities for revolutionizing various industrial working patterns and mitigating environmental challenges, green hydrogen is poised …

India making great efforts in green growth and energy transition: PM Modi
1 year, 5 months ago

India making great efforts in green growth and energy transition: PM Modi

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, July 22, 2023, said India is making great efforts in green growth and energy transition, and asserted that the country is moving ahead strongly on its climate commitments. Addressing via video link the G20 Energy Ministers' Meeting, which is currently underway in Goa, Mr. Modi also said that India has shown leadership in climate …

Green Credit Programme and India's Net Zero Transition: From Intent to Action
1 year, 5 months ago

Green Credit Programme and India's Net Zero Transition: From Intent to Action

Deccan Chronicle  

India's Net Zero transition has reached a crucial juncture with the announcement of the introduction of the Green Credit Programme and the formation of India's domestic regulated carbon market. The Green Credit Programme offers individuals, companies, and local bodies the opportunity to earn "green credits" for their contributions to sustainable activities such as tree plantation, water conservation, and waste management. …

Centre Invites Suggestions On Draft Green Credit Programme Implementation Rules 2023, Aims At Encouraging Voluntary Environmental Actions
1 year, 5 months ago

Centre Invites Suggestions On Draft Green Credit Programme Implementation Rules 2023, Aims At Encouraging Voluntary Environmental Actions

Live Law  

The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has notified the Draft Green Credit Programme Implementation Rules 2023 and invited suggestions from the general public. The credit can be earned by entities for various environmental activities listed in the Draft Rules, and the green credits will be tradable on a proposed domestic market platform. Tree Plantation-based Green Credit Water-based Green …

Come up with a well-structured green peace programme: Experts
1 year, 5 months ago

Come up with a well-structured green peace programme: Experts

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: The ministry of environment released the Green Credit Programme ’ implementation rules 2023 on Tuesday. To achieve this objective, the government has come up with the Green Credit Programme to create a market-based mechanism to provide incentives to various stakeholders in the form of green credits. Stakeholders like individuals, far producer organisations, cooperatives, forestry enterprises, sustainable agriculture, local bodies, …

Centre moots ‘market’ scheme to promote sustainable living
1 year, 5 months ago

Centre moots ‘market’ scheme to promote sustainable living

The Hindu  

The Environment Ministry has issued a draft notification detailing a proposed ‘Green Credit Scheme’ that will incentivise a host of activities including afforestation programmes, water conservation, waste management and remedying air pollution by allowing individuals and organisations to generate ‘Green Credits.’ These credits, through a yet to be specified mechanism, can also be traded for money. Apart from incentivising individual/community …

Union Budget 2023-24 puts India on the path to food and energy security
1 year, 10 months ago

Union Budget 2023-24 puts India on the path to food and energy security

Firstpost  

By extending Centre’s 50-year low-cost capital support by another year, states can clean up their balance sheet for future financing As G20 President, India has set the tone by committing leadership to transition to the green economy. Green hydrogen will become a trillion Dollar Industry in India by 2030, therefore delivering energy security and making India the new prosperous Middle-East …

Analysis | Why not everyone will benefit equally from a transition to a low-carbon economy
1 year, 10 months ago

Analysis | Why not everyone will benefit equally from a transition to a low-carbon economy

The Hindu  

The 2023-2024 Union Budget, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2023, depicts the Union government’s long-term vision of a technology-driven, knowledge-based economy that banks on citizen engagement, youth empowerment, employment generation, and creating a robust macroeconomic environment. This in turn calls for clear directives and frameworks to consciously embed ‘justice’ elements in financing India’s energy transition. They …

Budget and green growth: significant focus on government investment
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget and green growth: significant focus on government investment

The Hindu  

Arindam Guha As part of its 2022 Nationally Determined Contribution goals, India has committed to a number of ambitious objectives such as reducing GDP emissions intensity by 45% from 2005 levels by 2030, increasing its renewables capacity to 500 GW by 2030 and achieving net zero status by 2070. Some of the key initiatives for achieving these goals are around …

India’s growing energy demand offers investment opportunities: PM
1 year, 10 months ago

India’s growing energy demand offers investment opportunities: PM

The Hindu  

India’s energy demand has significantly increased and in the coming years, it will reach 11% of the global demand as compared to 5% currently, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi while inaugurating India Energy Week 2023 in Bengaluru on Monday. Also, the country has a chunky class of aspirational population and energy would play an important role in fulfilling the aspirations …

India’s growing energy demand offers investment opportunities: PM Modi
1 year, 10 months ago

India’s growing energy demand offers investment opportunities: PM Modi

The Hindu  

India’s energy demand has significantly increased and in the coming years, it will reach 11% of the global demand as compared to 5% currently, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi while inaugurating India Energy Week 2023 in Bengaluru on Monday. Also, the country has a chunky class of aspirational population and energy would play an important role in fulfilling the aspirations …

Budget 2023-24 puts India on the path to food and energy security
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023-24 puts India on the path to food and energy security

Firstpost  

By extending Centre’s 50-year low-cost capital support by another year, states can clean up their balance sheet for future financing As G20 President, India has set the tone by committing leadership to transition to the green economy. Green hydrogen will become a trillion Dollar Industry in India by 2030, therefore delivering energy security and making India the new prosperous Middle-East …

42 key provision that make Budget 2023 inclusive and progressive
1 year, 10 months ago

42 key provision that make Budget 2023 inclusive and progressive

Op India  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday presented the Union Budget for the financial year 2023-24 in Parliament. “Bharat Shared Repository for Inscriptions will be set up in Digital Epigraphy Museum with a digitisation of one Lakh Ancient Inscriptions in the First stage.” : Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman #Budget2023 #BudgetSession #Budget #Budgetday #NirmalaSitharaman pic.twitter.com/jOpxbmAUCh — IANS February 1, 2023 C. …

Going green: The Hindu Editorial on Budget 2023’s and India’s net-zero commitment
1 year, 10 months ago

Going green: The Hindu Editorial on Budget 2023’s and India’s net-zero commitment

The Hindu  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s latest Budget is noteworthy for the emphasis she has laid on the government’s commitment to move towards net-zero carbon emission by 2070. As an article presented at the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos last month notes, India holds the key to hitting global climate change targets given its sizeable and growing energy needs. Energy …

Budget 2023 | Industry hails Budget’s green energy, infrastructure push
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023 | Industry hails Budget’s green energy, infrastructure push

The Hindu  

The attention and allocation to building a green infrastructure and a decarbonised energy regime is the core of the Union Budget which puts india on the path of being future proof, said Prashant Ruia, Director, Essar Capital. “In times of unprecedented volatility and uncertainty, the Government has maintained a consistent stance across five definitive themes – follow a path to …

Morning Digest: February 2, 2023
1 year, 10 months ago

Morning Digest: February 2, 2023

The Hindu  

Jobs get highest mention in last Budget before elections In a bid to soothe several votebanks before the 2024 polls, the FM promises tax relief for the salaried middle class, schemes for artisans and tribal groups, sops for women and MSMEs, and jobs for youth. Defence budget up by 13%; hike in allocation for pension The Union Budget presented in …

Budget 2023 | Vehicle scrapping policy revved up to drive green economy
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023 | Vehicle scrapping policy revved up to drive green economy

The Hindu  

The Union Budget for 2023-2024 has laid special emphasis on vehicle scrapping policy by allocating adequate funds to replace vehicles that are over 15 years. Ashok Leyland Executive Chairman, Dheeraj Hinduja said this budget also echoes the company’s sentiment and commitment to clean energy vehicles for a cleaner and greener future, as part of a national mission to achieve the …

India’s finance minister announces new clean energy funds
1 year, 10 months ago

India’s finance minister announces new clean energy funds

Associated Press  

BENGALURU, India — Indian finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced several new clean energy initiatives in the government’s annual federal budget speech on Wednesday, saying “green growth” is a top priority for the country. The new funds form part of the government’s $550 billion budget aimed at ramping up spending to spur economic growth and create jobs ahead of the general …

Budget 2023 | Major thrust planned for green energy
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023 | Major thrust planned for green energy

The Hindu  

Underlining a commitment to accelerate the Indian economy’s transition to one powered by green energy, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her Budget speech on Wednesday mentioned a slew of schemes aimed at promoting clean energy and sustainable living. Green energy was among the ‘Saptarishi’ or seven guiding lights Ms. Sitharaman mentioned in her address that would steer India through …

Govt allocate ₹35,000 crore for energy transition, achieve net-zero by 2070
1 year, 10 months ago

Govt allocate ₹35,000 crore for energy transition, achieve net-zero by 2070

Live Mint  

The issue of climate change is slowly coming into mainstream policies of the government. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday announced the allocation of ₹35,000 crore in the Union Budget 2023 as a priority capital investment toward energy transition. “Green Growth” is a separate category in this year's budget that talks about India's vision for energy transition and sustainable …

Net Zero by 2070: In Big Push for Green Growth, India Sets Aside Rs 35,000 Cr for Energy Transition in Budget
1 year, 10 months ago

Net Zero by 2070: In Big Push for Green Growth, India Sets Aside Rs 35,000 Cr for Energy Transition in Budget

News 18  

As the race to Net Zero gathers pace, India on Wednesday announced that it has set aside priority capital investment of Rs 35,000 crore towards energy transition as well as energy security. Reiterating the government’s commitment to climate action, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman listed ‘Green Growth’ as one of the seven big priorities along with infrastructure and investment, financial sector, …

Budget 2023: PM Pranam Yojana Announced To Promote Alternative Fertilizers
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023: PM Pranam Yojana Announced To Promote Alternative Fertilizers

ABP News  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Budget 2023, announced the launch of “PM Pranam Yojana” for the promotion of alternative fertilizers and balanced use of chemical fertilizers. Finance Minister in her speech said, “PM Programme for Restoration, Awareness, Nourishment and Amelioration of Mother Earth’ will be launched to incentivize States and Union Territories to promote alternative fertilizers and balanced use …

Budget 2023 | India has made significant progress in many SDGs: Finance Minister
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023 | India has made significant progress in many SDGs: Finance Minister

The Hindu  

India has made significant progress in many Sustainable Development Goals and the per capita income has increased to ₹1.97 lahks, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on February 1. According to the Center for Science and Environment’s 'State of India’s Environment Report 2022', the country's overall SDG score was 66 out of 100. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, with its …

Budget 2023 | Nirmala Sitharaman announces fund to encourage agri-startups
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023 | Nirmala Sitharaman announces fund to encourage agri-startups

The Hindu  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2023-24, announced the setting up of an agriculture accelerator fund to encourage agri-startups by young entrepreneurs in rural areas. Talking about the need to develop digital infrastructure to aid the agriculture sector in the country, Ms. Sitharaman said that digital public infrastructure for agriculture will be built as an ‘open source, …

Budget 2023: What is for telecom sector? KNOW DETAILS
1 year, 10 months ago

Budget 2023: What is for telecom sector? KNOW DETAILS

India TV News  

Budget 2023: The government on Wednesday allocated Rs 1.23 lakh crore for postal and telecom projects including Rs 52,937 crore capital infusion in state-run BSNL. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2023 today in Lok Sabha. Here are the DETAILS : Total allocation includes Rs 97,579.05 crore for the Department of Telecom and Rs 25,814 crore for Postal …

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