The West Bengal Transport Department has introduced a fleet of 20 electric school buses running on 15 suburban routes connecting Kolkata with outlying school clusters. Each bus has 60 seats and fast-charging infrastructure at each depot. Compared to diesel counterparts, these vehicles have cut operational costs by 35% and reduced noise pollution. …
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Maharashtra Opens Precision Agri Drone Certification Center
Maharashtra Agriculture Tech Center inaugurated a Precision Agriculture Drone Training and Certification Institute in Pune. Farmers and agritech entrepreneurs are being trained on drone use for spraying, seeding, and aerial monitoring. Graduates receive government-approved certification, enabling creation of freelance drone service units. The firs…
Delhi Launches Riverbank Rainwater Harvesting Structures
The Delhi Jal Board has built modular rainwater harvesting trenches and recharge wells along the Yamuna River corridor. These structures capture rainwater runoff during monsoon and channel it into aquifers, reducing city flood risk and replenishing groundwater. Over 5,000 cubic meters were harvested in the first storm season. Monitored groundwater…
Punjab Tests Hydrogen-Powered Public Transport in Amritsar
In a first-of-its-kind trial, Amritsar Municipal Corporation has piloted a hydrogen fuel cell electric bus on its heritage circuit route. The 30-seat bus emits only water vapor and functions quietly. The bus was refueled at a temporary hydrogen dispenser powered by solar energy. Ridership surveys show positive passenger response to emissions data …
Karnataka Launches Smart Green Corridor Planting Initiative
Karnataka’s Urban Forestry Mission has initiated the “Smart Green Corridor” project, planting urban native trees along major city roads in Bengaluru. Each planting zone includes monitored moisture sensors, automated drip irrigation, and solar-powered street lights. The project aims to shade pedestrians, reduce urban heat islands, and improve…
Rajasthan Declares Eastern Desert Region as New Conservation Zone
The Government of Rajasthan has officially designated parts of its eastern desert region as a new wildlife conservation zone, focusing on preserving arid biodiversity. Covering over 1,000 square kilometers in Jaisalmer and Barmer, the zone protects habitats of endangered species like the Indian fox, desert cat, and Great Indian Bustard. The declar…
India’s EV Sales Cross 2 Million Mark, Led by Two-Wheelers
India’s electric vehicle (EV) market has crossed the milestone of 2 million cumulative sales, driven by strong demand for electric two-wheelers in urban and semi-urban areas. According to data from NITI Aayog, e-scooters accounted for over 60% of total sales, followed by electric cars, buses, and three-wheelers. States like Maharashtra, Tamil Na…
India’s EV Sales Cross 2 Million Mark, Led by Two-Wheelers
India’s electric vehicle (EV) market has crossed the milestone of 2 million cumulative sales, driven by strong demand for electric two-wheelers in urban and semi-urban areas. According to data from NITI Aayog, e-scooters accounted for over 60% of total sales, followed by electric cars, buses, and three-wheelers. States like Maharashtra, Tamil Na…
Supreme Court of India Upholds Women’s Right to Permanent Commission in Army
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court reaffirmed that women are entitled to the same permanent commission opportunities as men in the Indian Army. The ruling came after several women officers challenged the denial of promotions and permanent positions despite exemplary service. The court observed that institutional bias and systemic hurdles we…
India to Host G20 Climate Finance Summit in New Delhi
India will host the upcoming G20 Climate Finance Summit in New Delhi, positioning itself as a key player in global climate negotiations. Scheduled for December, the summit aims to finalize a framework for funding energy transition in developing nations. Union Finance and Environment Ministries are coordinating with the United Nations Framework Con…