India is intensifying efforts to align economic expansion with environmental sustainability, as outlined in NITI Aayog’s latest policy framework focused on low-carbon growth. The think tank underscores the need to integrate green technologies, enhance energy efficiency, and strengthen renewable adoption to balance development with climate imperatives. With global scrutiny on emission reduction targets and India’s pledge toward net zero by 2070, the strategy seeks to steer industries, states, and institutions toward a resilient and resource-efficient pathway.

The Union government has released the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2024, a comprehensive framework designed to track, benchmark, and encourage improvements in energy efficiency across states and union territories. The index provides policymakers with a performance-based tool to evaluate progress, identify gaps, and design interventions that align with India’s long-term energy transition goals.

Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran has expressed confidence that India’s economy will sustain its growth momentum in FY26, even as the global trade environment faces fresh challenges from the United States’ proposed tariff hikes. While acknowledging the potential risks these measures could pose to global supply chains and export competitiveness, Nageswaran emphasized that India’s domestic demand, structural reforms, and investment-led growth cycle provide a strong buffer.

Indian banks are pressing the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to issue clear guidelines following the government’s decision to ban certain online money-based gaming platforms. The move, aimed at curbing financial risks and safeguarding consumers, has left lenders uncertain about how to enforce restrictions, particularly in areas involving digital payments, wallet transfers, and cross-border transactions. Industry stakeholders argue that without explicit operational instructions, financial institutions could face compliance challenges, disputes with customers, and heightened legal risk.

The state of Punjab has renewed its call for financial compensation from the Centre to offset revenue shortfalls arising from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. Officials argue that the transition to GST has significantly eroded the state’s fiscal autonomy, particularly given its heavy reliance on revenue streams such as value-added tax (VAT) on alcohol and petroleum products, which remain outside the GST framework.

THDC India Ltd. has achieved a significant milestone with the successful synchronization of Unit 2 of its Khurja Super Thermal Power Project with the national grid. Located in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, the plant represents a cornerstone of India’s ongoing efforts to expand reliable thermal power capacity amid rising electricity demand. The synchronization of the 660 MW unit not only enhances the region’s power availability but also strengthens the overall national grid, ensuring greater stability and energy security.

India’s Ayush sector—comprising Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy—has witnessed remarkable expansion in recent years, supported by rising global demand for holistic healthcare and government-backed initiatives. However, policymakers and industry leaders are now emphasizing that growth must be balanced with ethical practices, quality assurance, and inclusive development. The sector, valued in billions of rupees, faces both unprecedented opportunities and pressing challenges.

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) latest data reveals a slowdown in industrial credit growth for June 2024, raising concerns about investment appetite and momentum in India’s manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. While overall bank credit expanded at a healthy pace, lending to core industries—such as steel, cement, power, and engineering—showed signs of deceleration. Economists attribute the dip to subdued private sector capital expenditure, global demand uncertainty, and elevated borrowing costs.

Reliance Jio has introduced its latest innovation, JioFrames, a pair of smartglasses that combine artificial intelligence with social media integration, marking a significant step in India’s wearable technology market. The device, unveiled at the company’s annual general meeting, features voice-enabled AI assistance, seamless access to Jio applications, and the ability to create and view Instagram Reels directly from the glasses.

Delhi’s electricity regulators are evaluating a proposal to introduce a monthly fuel surcharge mechanism that would allow distribution companies (discoms) to pass on fluctuations in power purchase costs directly to consumers. The proposal, aimed at reducing the financial stress on discoms and ensuring timely recovery of costs, could lead to more dynamic billing for households and businesses in the capital.