India's Power Capacity Target Raised to 780GW by FY30: UBS
UBS Research projected India's power generation capacity to reach 780GW by FY30, driven by surging electricity demand from industrial and household electrification. About 305GW will be added in five years, mostly from renewables, with thermal still key for grid stability. Thermal capacity of 80GW is planned by FY32, while the sector's profit pool is expected to grow 30% annually.
Tata Steel Published EPD for Three Flat Steel Products
Tata Steel released Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for steel slabs, CRCA steel, and galvanized steel, based on comprehensive life cycle assessments. The independently verified documents highlight environmental impacts, reinforcing the company's commitment to transparency and sustainability. EPDs help customers make informed choices and are widely used in green building sectors. Tata Steel plans more EPDs across its product range.
Jamshedpur to Start Land Verification Before Tata Steel Lease Renewal
Ahead of Tata Steel's lease renewal, five teams formed by the Deputy Commissioner's office started verifying land records from Schedules 1–5. They will check for changes in allotted land, misuse of civic amenity plots, and encroachments on 1,789.810 acres of vacant land. Officials from multiple circles were instructed on survey procedures during a meeting chaired by Additional Commissioner Bhagirath Prasad.
Jharkhand HC Stayed Eviction of Displaced Villagers from NTPC Project Site
The Jharkhand High Court stayed the eviction of displaced villagers from NTPC's Pankari Barwadih coal project in Hazaribag. Hearing a plea by landowners, Justice Rajesh Kumar ruled they must not be forcibly removed, noting acquisition procedures under relevant laws were allegedly not followed. The court directed NTPC to submit its reply in the matter.
Suspended IAS Vinay Choubey Named Accused in Hazaribagh Land Scam
The ACB has made suspended IAS officer Vinay Choubey, already jailed in a liquor scam case, an accused in the Hazaribagh khasmahal land scam. He appeared via video conferencing before the ACB special court. Earlier, several others, including the then khasmahal officer Vinod Chandra Jha, were charged. Preliminary investigation had revealed shocking irregularities.
Non-Executive Staff Alleged Discrimination in SAIL Bonus Distribution Despite Record Output
In Bokaro, the BSL Non-Executive Employees' Union accused SAIL management of unfair bonus allocation despite record production, profits, and improved labour productivity. They claimed officers received 5% of PBT as PRP, while non-executives got only 3.28%. The union proposed ₹1.36 lakh per employee bonus and warned of legal action if the ASP(LIS) formula was not revised in line with NJCS norms.
Repeated Strikes Put HEC's Future at Risk, Warned Union Leader
Hatia Project Workers Union leader Liladhar Singh cautioned that ongoing strikes and unrest threaten the survival of Heavy Engineering Corporation. He urged peaceful conduct, voluntary work access, and warned that closure would harm thousands of families. Despite financial struggles, management continues salary payments without government aid. Singh stressed preserving the historic industry for future generations.
CII Jharkhand Manufacturing Conclave Focused on Building a Future-Ready Industrial Ecosystem
The 6th CII Jharkhand Manufacturing Conclave discussed creating a sustainable, smart, and inclusive manufacturing ecosystem. Industry leaders highlighted Industry 4.0 for competitive supply chains, sustainable manufacturing for profitability, and inclusive workforce development. Speakers urged making "Made in Jharkhand" a global symbol of innovation, stressing industry–defence–MSME collaboration, technology adoption, and workforce inclusion to strengthen Jharkhand's manufacturing landscape.
CPI-ML Protested Alleged Forced Land Acquisition and Lathi-Charge on Farmers in Badam
CPI-ML and All India Kisan Mahasabha condemned alleged forced land acquisition for NTPC's Badam coal project and police lathi-charge on peacefully protesting farmers. Leaders accused the administration of collusion, shifting acquisition camps without notice, and filing false cases. They warned that any coercive action against farmers would be met with strong street protests.
Clashes Erupted Between Hyva Owners and Villagers in Keredari Over NTPC Mining Dispute
In Hazaribag's Keredari, tensions flared after NTPC's MDO and Ritwik Company allegedly demolished ex-minister Yogendra Saw's property without notice or compensation, sparking protests and halting coal mine operations. Later, Hyva owners, angered by transport disruptions, allegedly attacked protesting villagers with sticks, injuring several. Stone-pelting followed, leaving more injured and heightening unrest over compensation, displacement, and mining practices.
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