As half of the year 2025 has gone, India’s clean electricity grew by 20%. It reached a record of 236 terawatt-hours (TWh). As per the reports, wind power rose by 29%, solar by 25%, nuclear hit a record 29 TWh, and hydro increased by 14%.
GST Council Prepares for Tax Relief Ahead of Meeting
As the GST council meeting is to take its way on September 3 and 4, experts are expecting a cut of 10% tax on 175 items. These include hybrid cars and electronics. It is being expected that tax cuts could lower down the prices of commodities and boost the demand.
Although the stocks are rising in India, foreign investors are still cautious. Recently, they pulled out INR 14.3 billion due to concerns about U.S trade tensions and slow company earnings.
Equity Markets Open Strong
This morning, the equity market opened with higher ranks. In brief, the Nifty 50 opened above 24, 600 and was trading at 24, 683.50. This clearly indicates a rough gain of 0.24%. Further, the BSE Sunsex as well revealed an upward trend with over 200 points, reaching to near 80,570.
These gains have come ahead of GST tax reforms.
Telangana May See Heavy September Rains
As the peak mon soon has hit India, Telangana is expected to see heavy rainfall in September. The India Meterological Department (IMD) in its issued advisory mentioned that Telangana could see above- normal rainfall in September.
Authorities have advised the public to stay alert as flooding situations can arise in the state. These may even lead to heavy waterlogging and crop damage.
Clean Energy Surges, Fossil Power Dips
As half of the year 2025 has gone, India’s clean electricity grew by 20%. It reached a record of 236 terawatt-hours (TWh). As per the reports, wind power rose by 29%, solar by 25%, nuclear hit a record 29 TWh, and hydro increased by 14%.
Meanwhile, there has been a major drop in coal power and gas. Coal power dropped by 3% and gas by 34%. Overall, clean energy made up 25% of the total electricity, and even passed 30% in June.
This will ultimately mark a significant step towards reduction of energy imports, leading towards changing the future of India’s power supply.
Apple Opens Third Store, marking its first in South India
Apple inaugurated its third Indian retail story in Bengaluru, marking its debut in South India. This new store is located in Phoenix Mall of Asia, Gabbel. As per the sources, the store is set to bring complete luxury experience
