News for 'clean energy'

India's Clean Energy Sector Sees Recruitment Surge

India's Clean Energy Sector Sees Recruitment Surge

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's clean energy technology industry is experiencing rapid growth, with recruitment increasing significantly due to policy support and investments in green energy. However, challenges remain in talent availability, skills alignment, and gender diversity.

Green Hydrogen's Net Zero Promise Depends on Clean Energy Grids

Green Hydrogen's Net Zero Promise Depends on Clean Energy Grids

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A new study reveals that green hydrogen's potential as a sustainable fuel is contingent on the rapid decarbonisation of energy grids worldwide.

Tata Power and Salesforce Collaborate to Boost Renewable Energy Growth

Tata Power and Salesforce Collaborate to Boost Renewable Energy Growth

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tata Power has partnered with Salesforce to digitally transform its rooftop solar, EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses, aiming to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

Tata Power and Salesforce Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy Solutions

Tata Power and Salesforce Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy Solutions

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tata Power collaborates with Salesforce to digitally transform its rooftop solar, EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses, aiming to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

7 Nations With The Lowest Air Pollution

7 Nations With The Lowest Air Pollution

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

These countries demonstrate how clean energy adoption, strong environmental policies and favourable geographical conditions can keep air pollution impressively low. According to the IQAir World Air Quality Report (2024), they consistently maintain annual average PM2.5 levels at or below the World Health Organization's stringent guideline of 5 g/m.

Only military conflict...: Modi's big remark amid US-Iran war

Only military conflict...: Modi's big remark amid US-Iran war

Rediff.com7 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a swift end to the conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine, emphasising the importance of dialogue and diplomacy. He made the remarks after talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, where they also agreed to a strategic partnership in digitalisation and sustainability.

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

India and Canada solidify their partnership with a landmark uranium supply agreement and discussions to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership, signaling stronger ties and cooperation on key global issues.

India ranks fourth in clean energy investment

India ranks fourth in clean energy investment

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

The country received $ 6bn in clean energy investment in 2013, out of a total of USD 62bn from 2006 to 2013.

At Davos, Trump repeats claim of stopping India-Pak war

At Davos, Trump repeats claim of stopping India-Pak war

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

US President Donald Trump repeated his claim at the World Economic Forum in Davos that he stopped the war between India and Pakistan, a claim India has consistently denied.

India eyes smaller nuclear reactors for clean energy shift: Jitendra Singh

India eyes smaller nuclear reactors for clean energy shift: Jitendra Singh

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

He emphasised that technology sharing and availability of funding are the two crucial links for ensuring the commercial availability of SMR technology.

Ola forays into battery energy storage mkt

Ola forays into battery energy storage mkt

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Ola Electric on Thursday said it has forayed into the country's Rs 1 lakh crore battery energy storage systems market, which is projected to grow to over Rs 3 lakh crore by 2030.

India among top 10: Clean energy investment

India among top 10: Clean energy investment

Rediff.com8 Apr 2011

With more than 90 per cent of worldwide investment, the G-20 members continue to dominate the clean energy landscape.

Tata Power, IIT Delhi to collaborate in clean energy space

Tata Power, IIT Delhi to collaborate in clean energy space

Rediff.com23 Oct 2021

Tata Power on Saturday said it has inked a pact with IIT Delhi to work together on clean energy and other projects that can be transformed from research and development level to pilot stage. Tata Power, one of India's largest private sector integrated utilities, and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate in areas like smart grid technology, clean energy solutions, a company statement said. Considering the large number of experts with their excellence in different fields in IIT Delhi and Tata Power, there is an immense potential to collaborate between academia, research and domain experts from business with a high transformational impact, it added.

HUL tops sustainability rankings as India Inc deepens ESG focus

HUL tops sustainability rankings as India Inc deepens ESG focus

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Hindustan Unilever (HUL) has topped the Perpetual Capital Hurun India Impact 50 - 2026 list with 53.9 points (on the scale of 0-100), reflecting a strong performance across key sustainable development goals (SDGs), including climate, water, circularity, gender and biodiversity.

India may sign pact on clean energy

India may sign pact on clean energy

Rediff.com8 Nov 2010

After the nuclear sector, the focus for the United States is India's clean energy.

Clean energy: US to place investment officer in India

Clean energy: US to place investment officer in India

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

To mobilise private capital in the clean energy sector, the US has agreed to place a field investment officer in India apart from hosting a series of events to overcome strategic barriers in accelerating institutional and private financing.

Graphene: The 'Wonder Material' Poised to Revolutionise Water Purification

Graphene: The 'Wonder Material' Poised to Revolutionise Water Purification

Rediff.com2 days ago

Scientists at the GraphIN 2026 conference in Kochi highlighted graphene's potential in water purification, discussing graphene-based membranes and nanocomposites for removing pollutants and improving desalination.

Should You Invest In Silver Now?

Should You Invest In Silver Now?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Is the parabolic rise in silver running out of steam or just getting started? Ramalingam Kalirajan offers his take on if you should invest in silver now?

'Clean energy' revenue to touch $254 bn: Survey

'Clean energy' revenue to touch $254 bn: Survey

Rediff.com27 Mar 2008

All the growth, it says, has meant that investment capital has poured into the sector with clean energy stocks easily outpacing the broader markets. The NASDAQ's 'Clean Edge' index was up 66.67 per cent last year, compared to just 3.53 per cent for the S & P 500 and 9.81 per cent for the NASDAQ Composite. Overall clean energy index returns particularly for wind and solar companies have fared even better.

India, US announce $60 mn clean energy fund

India, US announce $60 mn clean energy fund

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

This is expected to mobilise up to $400 million to provide clean and renewable electricity to up to 1 million households by 2020

Wipro logs on to clean energy

Wipro logs on to clean energy

Rediff.com16 May 2008

Wipro, the $5 billion company with interests in IT services, consumer care, lighting and furniture, is entering a new set of businesses which will enable the company to leverage its growth on the clean energy and agriculture sectors. The company is readying a plan to include alternate energy, water treatment, food and agriculture businesses under its infrastructure business - Wipro Infrastructure Engineering Limited.

Clean energy? US to help India

Clean energy? US to help India

Rediff.com28 Apr 2005

President George W Bush has said the US would help countries like India and China to develop and deploy clean energy technology.

India one of the top performing clean energy economies

India one of the top performing clean energy economies

Rediff.com12 Apr 2012

The Pew Charitable Trust, in its report, said India's clean energy sector continued to flourish in 2011, with private investment increasing 54 per cent to $10.2 billion, placing the country at number 6 spot among the G-20 nations.

Budget 2026: Next 5 Reforms Needed To Boost Growth

Budget 2026: Next 5 Reforms Needed To Boost Growth

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Sustaining 8 per cent-plus growth rates is necessary if we are to reach high-income status by 2047, points out Amitabh Kant.

Govt's Clean Energy Fund stays pristine

Govt's Clean Energy Fund stays pristine

Rediff.com7 Mar 2011

The government had in July 2010 imposed a cess on coal at an effective rate of Rs 50 a tonne.

Wanted! Clean energy investors

Wanted! Clean energy investors

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

Renewable energy is mistakenly restricted to electricity.

China set to lead clean energy market

China set to lead clean energy market

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

China is now the global leader in wind energy.

Under 40 Founders Power Rs 31 Trillion

Under 40 Founders Power Rs 31 Trillion

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Interestingly, with 83 per cent of entrepreneurs being first-generation founders, the list reflects India's growing spirit of entrepreneurship and leadership.

Google's clean energy plan for US

Google's clean energy plan for US

Rediff.com3 Oct 2008

America will have to shell out $4.4 trillion if it needs clean energy, according to a plan drawn by Google Inc that calls for a big push in wind, solar and geothermal power to replace fossil fuels.

Budget 2026: What will Nirmala Sitharaman do?

Budget 2026: What will Nirmala Sitharaman do?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's biggest challenge will be to find a new growth driver, particularly against the backdrop of a global economy ravaged by heightened uncertainty and fragmentation, financial markets on a precipice, and global commodity prices on a continued uptrend.

16th India-EU summit today; trade, security, defence on agenda

16th India-EU summit today; trade, security, defence on agenda

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Over the years, India-EU ties have grown, and covered trade, investment, climate change, science and technology, space, digital, mobility, and connectivity.

Industry confidence hits five-qtr high in Oct-Dec: CII survey

Industry confidence hits five-qtr high in Oct-Dec: CII survey

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Business confidence in India Inc rose to a five-quarter high in December quarter of FY26, amid further reform expectations and steady domestic demand, a survey by industry body Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) showed. The CII Business Confidence Index (BCI) rose for the third consecutive quarter to 66.5 in the December quarter from 66 in the preceding September quarter.

Why Sumant Sinha chose clean energy over politics

Why Sumant Sinha chose clean energy over politics

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

'Right time, right place, right business and I could see I was the right person. It was a now or never moment in a sense. If I didn't do it then, then when? There is little point in entering a business as an entrepreneur when someone else has proven the concept.' BJP leader Yashwant Sinha's son started ReNew Power during the UPA II government to focus on clean energy.

India joins US-led strategic alliance Pax Silica

India joins US-led strategic alliance Pax Silica

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

India has joined the US-led 'Pax Silica' alliance, aimed at building a resilient supply chain for critical minerals and artificial intelligence, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and fostering economic security.

Step Inside Gautam Gambhir's Beautiful Home In Delhi!

Step Inside Gautam Gambhir's Beautiful Home In Delhi!

Rediff.com6 days ago

Gautam Gambhir, head coach of the Indian men's cricket team, opens the doors to his serene Delhi home, offering a rare glimpse into the personal space that anchors him beyond the game.

The Dilemma Of A Missing Workforce For Climate Action

The Dilemma Of A Missing Workforce For Climate Action

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

This was perhaps a missed opportunity for India to spotlight a core domestic challenge: The scale of workforce preparation required for a young, populous, rapidly growing country seeking to reach net zero, points out Radha Roy Biswas.

What Type Of Girlfriend Are You? Pick Your Valentine's Day Outfit Accordingly

What Type Of Girlfriend Are You? Pick Your Valentine's Day Outfit Accordingly

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Some girls plan their Valentine's Day look a month in advance, some pick whatever's clean, and some dress like they're about to walk a runway.

At G20, Modi bats for open satellite data access

At G20, Modi bats for open satellite data access

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday proposed a G20 initiative aimed at enhancing clean energy transitions by boosting recycling, easing supply chain pressures and advancing joint research on critical minerals, and suggested forging a partnership to make satellite data more accessible and interoperable.

US wants to take clean energy lead

US wants to take clean energy lead

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The Obama Administration is keen to ensure that India, China or Europe do not take lead in clean energy industries that are vital to the 21st century, a top White House official has said.

What Type Of GF Are You? Pick Your Valentine's Day Outfit Accordingly

What Type Of GF Are You? Pick Your Valentine's Day Outfit Accordingly

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Some girls plan their Valentine's Day look a month in advance, some pick whatever's clean, and some dress like they're about to walk a runway.