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The Minister announced that India Post recorded a 16% increase in revenue, reaching ₹15,296 crore, up from ₹13,218 crore the previous year. He described the year as “historic,” noting both strong financial results and ongoing structural transformation. The Department achieved 88% of its ₹17,546 crore target, with most postal circles performing in the 80–90% range and several exceeding 90%.
Spread across Rajasthan and Gujarat, the project combines 259 MWp of solar capacity, 280 MW of wind generation, and a 200 MWh battery energy storage system. According to the company, the solar component began operations in March 2026, while the battery storage system was commissioned in April 2026, allowing the project to move toward firm renewable supply backed by storage.
The first vessel call was handled at GTI’s Mumbai terminal, where officials from GTI, Interasia Lines and the vessel’s master marked the occasion with a plaque exchange. GTI is a 74:26 joint venture between APM Terminals and Container Corporation of India, and the new service adds to its effort to position itself as a stronger gateway for regional trade flows.
The push comes as India looks for reliable low-carbon baseload power to support rising electricity demand over the next two decades. According to the Union government’s implementation report on budget announcements, the development of at least 100 GW of nuclear energy by 2047 is considered essential for India’s energy transition, and a formal roadmap for reaching that level has already been prepared and circulated for stakeholder discussions.
By leveraging Aadhaar Offline Verification methods—such as QR code-based verification and secure, digitally signed documents—entities can now “Show, Share, and Verify” identity information without requiring real-time connectivity to UIDAI’s central database.
A key feature of the platform is an AI-driven behavioural analytics engine, which will continuously evaluate user performance, dynamically adjust challenge complexity, and update content to reflect emerging cyber threats.
Against that backdrop, India’s decision to hold pump prices steady stands out as a deliberate consumer-shielding move.
The return of the route is significant because direct flights between the two countries had been suspended since 2020, when the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent deterioration in bilateral ties after the Galwan Valley clash froze passenger connectivity. The broader reopening began in late 2025, when India and China moved to restart direct services after more than five years of disruption.
The training programme was designed as a hands-on exercise, with sessions delivered in simple language and adapted to local contexts so that artisans from diverse trades could use the technology in practical ways. Participants were introduced to AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Indus and Google Gemini, with the focus placed on real-world applications rather than abstract technical instruction.
According to Reuters, the Directorate General of Shipping has cleared additional Russian entities to offer protection and indemnity cover for ships docking in India, a step that carries particular importance for tankers involved in crude movements.
