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Toxic sulphur dioxide norms: 90% coal power plants not compliantSubscriber Only
October 07, 2017 04:09 IST
On June 30, 2017, the then power secretary P K Pujari sent Environment Secretary A N Jha a letter along with a report “outlining the plan of action for implementation of the new norms”.
Sat, Oct 07, 2017
Hydro power generation: High tariff, green clearances trouble sectorSubscriber Only
October 04, 2017 01:42 IST
In a presentation, the new power minister was informed about issues that are holding back progress in the hydropower sector.
Wed, Oct 04, 2017
CSR norms: From hospital to missionary group, 32 major entities in ‘violation’Subscriber Only
October 03, 2017 00:05 IST
Through multiple queries, The Indian Express has received responses from some of the firms that were served show cause notices for allegedly not complying with the CSR norms under the Companies Act.
Tue, Oct 03, 2017
CIL-NTPC quality issue: Crushing the inferior coalSubscriber Only
September 27, 2017 01:29 IST
Due to joint test of coal samples and Coal Controller’s Organisation’s regular actions, the quantity of stones and boulders in coal supply has fallen over the past few years; however, NTPC expects CIL to take more steps to improve the quality further
Wed, Sep 27, 2017
To Boost Mineral Search: Post exploration, firms need be given ‘right of first refusal’, Niti Aayog tells Mines MinistrySubscriber Only
September 20, 2017 02:33 IST
As per the data shared by the mines ministry, of a total land area of 32.8 lakh square km, the country has 5,70,000 square km of obvious geological potential (OGP). As of 2012, as per the ministry, only 5,046 sq km was under mineral lease, less than 1 per cent of the OGP.
Wed, Sep 20, 2017
PMO sought report in March: Amid fall in pharmaceutical exports, a commerce dept report ‘under preparation’Subscriber Only
September 18, 2017 02:40 IST
The sector’s outbound shipments dipped 0.01% in 2016-17, compared with an increase of 10% in 2015-16
Mon, Sep 18, 2017
Niti Aayog’s Three Year Action Agenda: ‘Land law tweak, higher floor space index to lift development’Subscriber Only
September 16, 2017 02:30 IST
Amending rules related to acquisition, utilising surplus land of sick PSUs for affordable housing and relaxing FSI are some of the suggestions made by the govt think-tank to push development across the country
Sat, Sep 16, 2017
To open coal mining sector, govt set to auction 10 minesSubscriber Only
September 13, 2017 04:07 IST
While coal mines such as Chendipada and Machhakata have fairly high estimated extractable reserves of 1244.37 million tonnes (MT) and 474.34 MT respectively, mines such as Shankarpur Bhatgaon II Extension and Mednirai have estimated extractable reserves of 80.14 MT and 80.832 MT respectively.
Wed, Sep 13, 2017
Stent price down, but angioplasty cost still same: Insurance firmsSubscriber Only
September 08, 2017 05:11 IST
A scrutiny of bills showed the cutback in stent costs had been offset by an increase in the cost of other components needed for the procedure, including balloons and catheters.
Fri, Sep 08, 2017
Draft amendments to Mineral Auction Rules, 2015: Govt proposes easier rules to increase participation, curb delaysSubscriber Only
September 06, 2017 01:22 IST
From lowering net worth cap for firms to permitting states to proceed with auction even if qualified bidders are less than three, Centre’s draft amendments to Mineral Auction Rules, 2015, hopes to attract a larger set of bidders
Wed, Sep 06, 2017
Goyal’s tenure: Reforms in coal auctions to UDAY, green energy pushSubscriber Only
September 04, 2017 01:09 IST
On May 26, 2014, when Piyush Goyal took the oath along with the Prime Minister, approximately two-thirds of the major power plants across the country had critical coal stock of fewer than seven days.
Mon, Sep 04, 2017
Expenditure on food security: When Nirmala Sitharaman fought for a peace clauseSubscriber Only
September 04, 2017 01:08 IST
Countries like Canada, Mauritius, Israel and the European Union have been expecting India to take the lead and conclude the negotiations for their respective Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as soon as possible.
Mon, Sep 04, 2017
Fuel shortage: Private power plants being supplied coal in proportion to payment, says coal ministrySubscriber Only
August 30, 2017 03:38 IST
The coal ministry, however, has told The Indian Express that only 5 private power plants — of the aforementioned 18 — are linked to the CCL and “coal dispatches to these plants” is in proportion “to the payments made by the plants to the coal company”.
Wed, Aug 30, 2017
USFDA observations: To improve report cards, comprehensive reforms must for domestic drugmakersSubscriber Only
August 29, 2017 02:55 IST
While Sun Pharma and Glenmark Pharma submitted detailed responses that includes revising standard operating procedures and re-training employees to the USFDA to deal with its adverse observations, others have begun course-correction
Tue, Aug 29, 2017
Apprenticeship Rules: DIPP requests MSDE to extend self-certification duration for start-upsSubscriber Only
August 22, 2017 03:04 IST
Firms hiring apprentices just submit self-declaration with regards to Apprenticeship Rules for first year; DIPP has requested the ministry to raise it to 5 years
Tue, Aug 22, 2017Start-ups complain to Centre: ‘PSUs not following public procurement guidelines’Subscriber Only
August 18, 2017 04:10 IST
Centre made it mandatory for its ministries, CPSUs to procure minimum 20% of their products & services from micro and small enterprises from April 1, 2015
Fri, Aug 18, 2017
NPPA note on unethical practices in orthopaedic implant trade: ‘Involvement of hospitals, doctors biggest reason of price distortion’Subscriber Only
August 18, 2017 03:50 IST
To decide the knee implant price cap, the NPPA had consultations with various stakeholders such as domestic and foreign orthopaedic device manufacturers; orthopaedic industry associations; orthopaedic surgeons and civil society groups.
Fri, Aug 18, 2017Regarding 6 Laws: PMO directs LabourMin to ensure self-certification system for start-upsSubscriber Only
August 15, 2017 00:01 IST
The MoLE in its advisory in January 2016 suggested states not to inspect start-ups during first 3 years of their existence under six specific labour laws.
Tue, Aug 15, 2017
Renewable energy: Govt to hold second edition of RE-Invest in Dec this yearSubscriber Only
August 13, 2017 02:00 IST
The first Global RE-Invest was held in New Delhi from February 15 to17 in 2015. The Centre had then decided that this would be an annual event. However, due to lack of sponsors, the second edition was postponed indefinitely.
Sun, Aug 13, 2017
Net import duty on gold down post GST: Govt weighing various ‘options’ to curb import from South KoreaSubscriber Only
August 10, 2017 04:25 IST
India has a free trade agreement with South Korea and therefore, there is no basic customs duty on gold imports from there.
Thu, Aug 10, 2017
Older Solar Projects: Extend deadline if delay is on your part, says Centre to state govtsSubscriber Only
August 09, 2017 06:16 IST
The current low tariffs in solar projects are pushing the state governments to rethink the status of all older solar projects. For example, in December 2015, Uttar Pradesh signed various solar projects of total 215 MW capacity with the tariffs ranging between 7.02 per KWH and Rs 8.60 per KWH, while in May this year, a 200 MW solar park was auctioned in Rajasthan at a price of 2.44 KWH.
Wed, Aug 09, 2017
Drug regulator to Centre: Put heart valves, lenses on essential medicines listSubscriber Only
July 31, 2017 03:53 IST
Once a drug or medical device is included in NLEM, its price can be capped by National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), which comes under Department of Pharmaceuticals (DOP).
Mon, Jul 31, 2017
Niti panel’s recommendations to UP: ‘Identify homeless, build houses and provide skill training’Subscriber Only
July 29, 2017 01:26 IST
Providing loans to 25,410 persons by March 2020 under the self-employment programme, ensuring 110 shelters under NULM are also among the suggestions made by the Aayog to the state govt
Sat, Jul 29, 2017
GTB Hospital incident: NHRC sends reminder to Delhi govt, seeks report submission by August 5Subscriber Only
July 25, 2017 03:14 IST
In Delhi, on April 2, 2017, around 20 eye patients had to be rushed to AIIMS from the GTB Hospital as they complained of breathlessness, blurred vision, redness, etc after being injected with allegedly Avastin.
Tue, Jul 25, 2017
Absorb BVS, Absorb GT1 BVS stents: Abbott submits plan for phase-4 trials to central drug regulatorSubscriber Only
July 24, 2017 00:28 IST
Studies showed increased risk of ‘adverse cardiac events’ in patients receiving BVS
Mon, Jul 24, 2017Journalism of Courage
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