MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), Pune successfully hosted HackMITWPU 2025, a three-day hackathon that brought together over 7,000 participants, fostering a spirit of innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving. With fourteen diverse tracks, the event served as a launchpad for groundbreaking ideas, bridging academia and industry to address real-world challenges. This year’s …
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UP’s municipal bodies record 44.5% increase in revenue collection
Total revenue of 5,568 crore collected in financial year 2024-25 Increased revenue boosts self-reliance of municipal bodies Small cities like Mathura and Jhansi record highest growth Revenue up by 123% in four years Lucknow, April 02 The municipal bodies of Uttar Pradesh collected a total revenue of ₹5,568 crore in …
Read More »India’s heavy industries can beneficially tap the 20 GW solar opportunity – despite captive coal
Dr.SeemaJaved India’s three big heavy industries—steel, cement, and aluminium—present a 20 GW solar open access market opportunity despite reliance on captive coal generation, according to a new analysis by Ember. This analysis highlights how renewable procurement can slash production costs as well as emissions up to 29 million tonnes of CO₂ annually. …
Read More »Salila Pande Takes Charge as the MD & CEO of SBI Card
SBI Card, India’s largest pure-play credit card issuer, announced that Ms. Salila Pande has taken charge as the company’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 01 April 2025. Ms. Pande is a seasoned banker with a successful career spanning almost three decades at the State Bank of India (SBI). …
Read More »Record temperatures push up power demand
Soaring use of cooling technologies like air conditioning in response to extreme heat was a key factor in the growing appetite for electricity, especially in China and India, which are heavy users of coal power, the IEA said.Last year was the hottest on record and the global average temperature for …
Read More »India’s top 12 Asset Management Companies (AMCs),do not address Climate Change
Seema Javed A new study by Climate Risk Horizons finds that India’s top 12 Asset Management Companies (AMCs), managing over $5.33 trillion in mutual funds, are yet to address climate risks in their portfolios. The report reveals that most AMCs lack coal exclusion policies, do not disclose financed emissions, and …
Read More »Reliance General Insurance Unveils “Health Insurance Matlab Reliance General Insurance” Campaign
Reliance General Insurance is excited to launch its latest campaign, “Health Insurance matlab Reliance General Insurance” with customisable health plans, unlimited refill on sum insured, women and girl child discount, and many more features, Reliance General Insurance Hai aapke coverage ka right choice – because your health deserves the best! …
Read More »LCWW’s Heritage Walk: A Celebration of History, Culture & Humanity
Lucknow . Lucknow Connection Worldwide (LCWW) organized a memorable Heritage Walk from Chowk to Rumi Darwaza, blending history, culture, and flavors of Lucknow. The walk commenced with a warm musical welcome by Shoaib Quraishi, who had traveled from Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to be part of this special evening. His heartfelt …
Read More »IGI Launches ‘Moments Campaign’ to Emphasize the Emotional Significance and Authenticity of Certified Diamonds
“Moments” campaign highlights the deep emotional value of diamonds and the assurance provided by IGI certification Jubilee News Desk International Gemological Institute (IGI), a global leader in diamond certification, announces the launch of the ‘Moments Campaign’ a category first communication to reinforce the importance of obtaining the IGI certification while …
Read More »Producing green hydrogen with RE is 6 times more expensive than the traditional
Dr. Seema Javed The high cost of green hydrogen compared to fossil fuels shows that critical transition technologies are genuinely competitive and being rapidly deployed.We can have green hydrogen and blue hydrogen, but who is willing to pay the cost? Unless the carbon pricing could make fossil fuel-based hydrogen more …
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