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Greece Joins India’s Digital Payments Network with UPI Remittance Service by Eurobank

  • May 21, 2026
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According to a senior bank official, Eurobank has launched a UPI-based remittance service from Greece to India, offering almost instantaneous transfers at minimal fees. Released last Monday, the service allows Indian clients of Eurobank in Greece to send funds back to India through UPI-connected systems. In early 2024, NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), a subsidiary […]

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India Pushes Electric Mobility as H. D. Kumaraswamy Reviews E-Bus and E-Truck Expansion Plans

  • May 21, 2026
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On Wednesday, H D Kumaraswamy, the Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, presided over a consultation with high-level stakeholders in this city to promote the widespread use of electric buses and trucks. The gathering convened important players from all around India, such as fleet operators, aggregators, transportation executives, banks, leasing firms, and industry officials, […]

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Pralhad Joshi Highlights Push to Modernise Legal Metrology Verification Infrastructure

  • May 21, 2026
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 Worldwide Metrology Day 2026 was observed on Wednesday by the Department of Consumer Affairs, in accordance with an official release. This year marks the 151st anniversary of the landmark Metre Convention, which was signed in Paris on May 20, 1875. “Metrology: Building Trust in Policy Making” is the designated theme for the 2018 World Metrology […]

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NLC India Limited Strengthens Long-Term Growth Strategy on 70th Raising Day

  • May 21, 2026
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Marking the company’s Platinum Jubilee and seven decades of operations in India’s mining and energy industry, NLC India Limited (NLCIL) commemorated its 70th Raising Day as “Gratitude Day” on Wednesday. Jambulinga Mudaliar, whose land donation allowed the company to be established, was first honoured with floral tributes at the ceremonies. At the Corporate Office, under […]

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Heatwave Pushes India’s Peak Electricity Demand to Record High Levels

  • May 21, 2026
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Rising temperatures and heatwave conditions across numerous regions spurred higher use of cooling appliances in households and business facilities, causing India’s energy demand to record a fresh all-time high for the third consecutive day on Wednesday. At 3:45 pm, peak electricity consumption during solar hours reached a record 265.44 GW, which was entirely met without […]