UPERC seeks public views on Noida data centre parallel power licence

Lucknow: The application for a parallel electricity distribution licence for a Noida data centre park submitted by Adani Energy Solutions Step-Eleven Limited (AESSEL) has entered the public consultation stage, with UP Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) inviting comments and objections as the commission examines the proposed licence area and the status of requisite approvals.In its Aug…

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US states to commemorate ‘India Day’ on August 15

US states proclaim August 15 as ‘India Day’ (representative image) Delaware has proclaimed August 15, 2026, as ‘India Day’, joining New York and New Jersey in recognising India’s Independence Day and the contributions of the Indian-American community ahead of the country’s 80th Independence Day.The proclamation was issued by Delaware Governor Matthew Meyer, who highlighted the…

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Government expands scholarships and fellowships for students; 1.09 crore scholarships provided in FY 2025-26

Government expands scholarships and fellowships for students across social groups NEW DLEHI: The Government is expanding financial support for students from different social groups to help them pursue higher education and research. The initiatives and progress on scholarships and fellowships were highlighted by Union Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region…

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Harmanpreet Singh on India’s World Cup medal drought

Back-to-back Hockey World Cups on home soil, and sixth- and ninth-place finishes in those, still rankle India’s men’s team captain Harmanpreet Singh. As India begin their campaign against Wales on Saturday, the focus is firmly on ending a 51-year medal drought at the quadrennial event.With hard lessons learnt from the FIH Pro League, Harmanpreet’s squad…

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