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20 Jan

Solidus Achieves Milestone with Punjab's Biggest Solar Captive Project Again

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Solidus Techno Power Pvt. Ltd., in partnership with Blue Sky NRG Pvt. Ltd., proudly announces the successful commissioning of Punjab’s largest Solar Captive Open Access Project under the Green Energy Policy. The project will supply renewable power to Madhav KRG Ltd., a leading steel manufacturer in North India. Solidus commissions Punjab's Largest Solar Captive Open Access Project of 51 MWp capacity for Blue Sky NRG Pvt. Ltd. With an installed capacity of 34 MW / 51 MWp, the project will generate approximately 71 million units of clean energy annually. This transition to solar energy will contribute to the…

20 Jan

Bisleri International and National Book Trust Launch a Comic Book for Children on Waste Management at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026

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Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., in collaboration with the National Book Trust (NBT), Ministry of Education, Government of India, has launched a comic book titled “Chhota Bheem and Vidya’s - Big Green Mission”, aimed at fostering environmental responsibility and waste management awareness among children. The book launch at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 was graced by Prof. Milind Sudhakar Marathe, Chairman, National Book Trust; Mr. Yuvraj Malik, Director, National Book Trust; Mr. K. Ganesh, Director – Sustainability & Corporate Affairs, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., and Mr. Kumar Vikram, Chief Editor & Joint Director, National Book Trust. Bisleri &…

19 Jan

Mark Carney Calls Chinese EV Deal a ‘Chance’ for Ontario’s Auto Industry Amid Criticism

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney described the recent agreement with China on electric vehicles as a potential boost for Ontario and Canadian autoworkers, despite concerns from Premier Doug Ford and the Canadian Auto Workers union. Speaking at a news conference in Doha, Carney said Chinese companies have shown interest in producing “affordable” electric vehicles in Canada, signaling opportunities for local industry. “We’ve had direct conversations with Chinese companies expressing explicit interest in partnering with Canadian firms,” Carney said. “We’ll see what comes to pass. This is an opportunity for Ontario, for workers, and for Canada, done in a…

19 Jan

December Floods in B.C. Cause Nearly $900M in Insured Losses, IBC Calls for Faster Investment in Resilience

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British Columbia (Rajeev Sharma): Severe storms and flooding that swept across southern British Columbia and parts of Alberta in December have resulted in significant insured damages, with estimates approaching $900 million, according to data from Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ) cited by the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC). The Fraser Valley was particularly hard-hit, accounting for roughly $74 million of the losses, primarily affecting homes and businesses. Floodwaters breached borders into Abbotsford-area neighborhoods and farmland, inundating poultry barns and prompting emergency evacuations, reports said. IBC emphasized that these recurring flood events underline the urgent need for the province to…

19 Jan

Deadly Wildfires Sweep Through Chile, Killing 18 and Displacing Tens of Thousands

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Chile (Rajeev Sharma): Central and southern Chile are grappling with catastrophic wildfires that have claimed at least 18 lives, destroyed hundreds of homes, and forced tens of thousands to flee, officials said Sunday. The blazes, fueled by a severe heat wave, have already consumed more than 8,500 hectares (21,000 acres) of forest. Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe in the Biobío and Ñuble regions, about 500 kilometers south of the capital, Santiago. The measure allows the government to coordinate more closely with the military and emergency services to contain the over two dozen active fires raging across…

19 Jan

Chemco Group Commissions Rs. 125 Crore rPET Bottle-to-Bottle Recycling Facility in Gujarat

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Chemco Group, one of India’s leading plastic packaging manufacturers, has commissioned a state-of-the-art food-grade rPET recycling facility in Sanand, Gujarat, marking a major milestone in the country’s transition towards a circular plastics economy. The project represents a capital investment of approximately Rs. 125 crore and positions Chemco among a select group of Indian companies offering true end-to-end bottle-to-bottle recycling at industrial scale. Starlinger recycling line at Chemco Group’s food-grade rPET facility in Sanand, Gujarat The facility is designed to recycle over 1 billion post-consumer PET bottles annually, converting them back into high-quality, food-grade recycled PET (rPET) suitable for…

19 Jan

Duville Estates Acknowledged for Vision, Quality, and Design Leadership at The Economic Times Business Awards

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Duville Estates Private Limited, a distinguished real estate brand and the name behind the landmark 31-acre Riverdale micro-township in Kharadi, Pune, has been recognised with three prestigious honours at The Economic Times Business Awards. The recognition highlights the company’s sustained focus on future-ready planning, disciplined execution, and design-led development across residential and commercial segments. Mr. Tushad B. Dubash, Director, Duville Estates Duville Estates was honoured in the categories of Visionary Real Estate Development in Micro-Township, Excellence in Quality Processes & Delivery (Residential & Commercial), and Excellence in Design-Thinking Application (Residential & Commercial). Together, these accolades reflect the company’s integrated…

18 Jan

Dense Fog Prompts Safety Advisory Across Parts of Metro Vancouver

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Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): Motorists in southwestern Metro Vancouver have been urged to exercise caution as thick fog continues to blanket parts of the region, significantly reducing visibility on roads and bridges. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a fog advisory on Saturday afternoon, warning that conditions could deteriorate to near-zero visibility in areas including Richmond, Delta and Tsawwassen. The advisory is expected to remain in effect through Sunday afternoon. According to the weather agency, visibility may drop suddenly in some locations, creating hazardous driving conditions. Drivers have been advised to switch on their headlights, reduce speed and leave extra space…

18 Jan

Police Seek Suspect After Vehicle Shooting in Southeast Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary police are investigating a shooting involving two vehicles in southeast Calgary on the evening of Friday, January 16, 2026. The incident occurred between 7:45 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. in the 2500 block of 2nd Avenue S.E., near the Manchester Industrial area. According to the Calgary Police Service, a dispute between the occupants of two vehicles escalated, during which one driver allegedly discharged a firearm at the other vehicle. No injuries were reported, and no victims required medical attention. The suspect vehicle fled the scene and remains outstanding. Investigators are actively reviewing CCTV footage and dash-cam videos…

18 Jan

Crowds Gather in Edmonton as Alberta Independence Petition Draws Strong Turnout

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): A petition drive calling for a public vote on Alberta’s future within Canada drew large crowds in Edmonton on Saturday, with long queues forming at Rundle Park as residents waited to add their names. The event was organised by Stay Free Alberta, the group leading the campaign to seek a referendum on whether the province should pursue separation from Canada. The organisation has been holding signature collection and awareness campaigns across Alberta since receiving approval from Elections Alberta earlier this month. By early afternoon, organisers estimated that hundreds of people had already signed the petition at the…