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MUMBAI: India is all set to host the first-ever International Solar Festival in September this year. The announcement was made on Monday by the International Solar Alliance in New Delhi. Emphasising the solarisation of public infrastructure and India’s transition to renewable green energy from fossil fuels, the Solar Festival is expected to boost India’s leadership in the global south in the renewable energy sector. “India is a global leader, and we are committed to sustainability. Hence, India has set a target of 500 GW of non-fossil energy by 2030, of which nuclear energy will be a small component. And out…

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has invited Indian businesses to invest in the country’s special economic zones, highlighting the huge potential for bilateral economic cooperation. Addressing Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) members, Hasina said both India and Bangladesh should work together to do business. “All over India, there is a huge market so both the countries can work jointly and share our experiences. There is a good opportunity to do business,” Hasina said, stressing that doing business is a key part of the bilateral relationship. She added that high importance is being given to working with India to…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: IMD in its weather bulletin has forecasted swell surges and rough sea conditions associated with the effect of high-period swell waves approaching. “High Wave Warning for the coast of North Goa, from Chapora to Panaji (Malim): High waves in the range of 3.5 – 3.9 meters are forecasted from 17:30 hours on 25-06-2024 to 23:30 hours on 26-06-2024,” IMD release states. It has further advised that small vessels not ply, nearshore recreation activities be totally suspended, and erosion/wave surges possible. IMD has also forecasted high wave warning for the coast of South Goa, Goa from Santerem Pt…

NEW DELHI: Moody’s Ratings on Tuesday said India’s growing water shortage can disrupt farm and industry sectors and is detrimental to the credit health of the sovereign as rising food inflation and decline in income may spark social unrest. It said decreases in water supply can disrupt agricultural production and industrial operations, resulting in inflation in food prices and hence can be detrimental to credit health of sectors that heavily consume water, such as coal power generators and steel-makers. India’s fast economic growth, accompanied by rapid industrialisation and urbanisation, will reduce water availability in the world’s most populous country, it…

Goemakrponn desk Panaji: Goa Carbon Ltd., one of the oldest and leading manufacturers of calcined petroleum coke (CPC), proudly announces the launch of its first branded product, “gcarb+,” aimed at revolutionizing the decarburized & carbon additive markets. With manufacturing units strategically located across India, Goa Carbon Limited serves largely the Aluminium, Steel, and Foundry sectors. Continuing its legacy of excellence, the new brand “gcarb+” highlights the company’s commitment to quality, sustainability and industry leadership with an intent to provide ‘Total Carbon Solutions’. “gcarb+” stands out for its superior quality and is derived from the finest raw materials sourced globally. The…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Goa Forward Party (GFP) today has expressed strong opposition to the recent 3.5% hike in power tariffs, which came into effect on June 16, 2024, following the approval by the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC). “This tariff increase places a totally unwarranted financial burden on the residents of Goa, who are already grappling with the high cost of living in the state. The,, Electricity Department’s rationale for this hike-reducing reliance on budgetary support is unjustified,” said GFP President and Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai. He further said that the JERC appears to be treating the electricity department like…

Goemkarponn desk DONAPAULA: In a shocking twist, Anjuna Police today have arrested a real estate agent from Donapaula for his involvement in the case of the Assagao house demolition. As per the information, the real estate agent has been identified as Arshad Khawja, a 51-year-old resident of Donapaula. The complaint claims that Sharma and her unidentified companions stole Agarwadekar’s husband and son and caused damage to her home. According to police sources, Sharma used illegal means to force out the current occupants, who have been staying on as caregivers, even though she has all the paperwork to prove it, including…