Under the PMSG: MBY, the pan-India installed residential rooftop capacity stood at 19,189 megawatts (MW), covering 65,26,461 households last month.
The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers said 679 brands logged price cuts of over 50%, with the largest drop at 96.45%
Dharmendra Pradhan launched a veiled attack on the opposition during a recent press interaction. He emphasised the need to reject individuals he termed as 'dimagi naxals' attempting to disrupt national progress. Pradhan supported PM Modi's comments made during his address to paramilitary personnel in Chhattisgarh. He also expressed hope that the upcoming visit of the PM to Vaishali will enhance growth in Bihar.
Abhinav Mukund critiques Punjab Kings' trade of pacer Arshdeep Singh for all-rounder Hardik Pandya. He mentions that this deal appears advantageous for Mumbai Indians while being questionable for Punjab. Mukund also speculates that this trade may lead to the release of Marcus Stoinis from Punjab Kings.
Actor Mammootty has faced online criticism, apparently from Left supporters, for visiting BJP leader B Gopalakrishnan's residence after his daughter's wedding in Kerala. Gopalakrishnan condemned the attacks, calling for friendships beyond political affiliations, while senior CPI(M) leader Thomas Isaac distanced the party from the criticism and reaffirmed its ties with the actor.
Delhi's air quality has recently deteriorated, reaching a severe level of 370 on November 9. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's government is facing scrutiny over its clean-air promises amidst worsening conditions. Despite various pollution-control measures, including a winter action plan, the situation remains dire as the season intensifies. Punjab has also reported a significant number of stubble-burning incidents contributing to regional pollution.
Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan has promoted Jatayu Earth's Centre while the Ramayana film is being screened. This centre is home to the world's largest bird sculpture inspired by the epic fight between Jatayu and Ravana. Satheesan noted the film has renewed admiration for Jatayu across India as viewers learn about this legendary figure. He invites all to visit Jatayu paara and experience the legendary story firsthand.
The world is entering a new reality where climate extremes are the norm, the United Nations chief Antonio Guterres warned Monday, urging leaders at the COP31 climate conference in Turkey to "get serious". "We have entered a new age of climate extremes."
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across other cities on November 9
