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Modifications to the hydrogen train, which is expected to run on the heritage Kalka-Shimla route, will take around two-three months along with testing, following which the train will be launched for commercial use.

Sustainable travel tech: Eco-friendly gadgets on the go

From self-cleaning bottles that use UVC light and electric bikes to solar-powered headphones and Bluetooth speakers, some gadgets for the eco-friendly traveller.

India’s debt high, but sustainable, NCAER Director General Poonam Gupta says

Debt levels of states are expected to increase further, but will remain sustainable.

Yokohama bets on local production for sustainable biz in India

Yokohama, the Japanese tire manufacturer, aims to establish local production in India as a "sustainable and competitive" business model in the country, as stated by a senior company official.

Reliance Foundation partners with INCOIS to launch campaign for promoting sustainable fisheries

Under the ‘Mega Awareness Campaign on Ocean Information and Advisory Services’ organised as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, in-depth interactions were held with over 200 coastal fishermen hailing from Maharashtra.

Paper industry cuts water usage by 80%, invests Rs 25K crore in sustainable processes: IPMA

The Indian Paper Manufacturers Association (IPMA) in a statement said that several industry players have taken environment-friendly measures to reduce their carbon and water footprint.

McDonald's north and east franchisee puts tomato off the menu as price soars

McDonald’s India – North and East said it is constrained to ”hold tomatoes for the time being” and is trying to resolve this issue by employing sustainable agriculture practices.

Sebi proposes to introduce 5 new categories under ESG funds

The five new categories should be exclusions, integration, best-in-class and positive screening, impact investing and sustainable objectives.

Live: N Chandrasekaran Speaks At FICCI's 95th Annual Convention | FICCI AGM

This year FICCI focuses on India@100: Amrit Kaal, sustainable and inclusive. Watch as N Chandrasekaran addresses the 95th convention. #live #FICCI #Nchandrasekaran

Airports Authority of India partners Sweden for smart aviation solutions

Taking into account the demands of smart airports, the MoU entails a technical transfer programme.

Sebi proposes blue bonds concept for sustainable financing activities

Also, the watchdog has suggested strengthening the framework for green bonds by amplifying the definition of green debt securities and enhancing disclosures, according to a consultation paper.

Startup 'nurture.farm' partners with SBI General Insurance and Future Generali

Nurture.farm is an open digital platform for growers, farming communities and food systems.

For PhonePe founders, hustle culture is overrated, weekends are only for family

According to Nigam, the fintech sector doesn't allow overworking and requires a stable approach.

Making sustainable value chain a reality/Enabling sustainable value chain

Listen to Nisha Poddar discuss the expanding responsibility of companies in inculcating sustainability up and down the value chain on the latest podcast of PwC India presents 'ESG - A bridge to action', in association with Moneycontrol.

IIM Ahmedabad, NIIF to set up India’s first ESG research chair

The industry is increasingly realizing the importance of incorporating ESG in their operations, says IIM-A. NIIF says it is crucial for fund managers to create a sustainable and responsible investment community to unlock significant value.

73% offices in India non-complaint with prescribed limits of indoor air contaminant: Study

Poor lighting and lack of access to good outdoor views were other prevalent issues

EXCLUSIVE | COP26: Sustainable farming pact ’unsustainable’ without climate finance, say officials

After initial reports suggested India had signed a key multilateral pact on sustainable farming, officials have clarified that India is not part of the deal. Calling the premise of the deal unambitious, they say it shifts focus from the main issue of climate finance.

Chalet Hotels joins Climate Group's initiatives linked to renewable energy, electric mobility

Under the initiative, all properties under the company’s portfolio will move to 100 percent renewable electricity by year 2031.

India's economy expected to grow five-fold by 2040: PM Modi

While addressing a gathering at Petrotech Exhibition, the prime minister said, "While global economy goes through uncertainty, India has shown tremendous resilience. FDI is also at the highest level."

Honeywell Smart Building Awards 2016

Watch Honeywell Smart Building Awards acknowledging and rewarding buildings that embody the best in smart and sustainable technologies globally.

Norms for stressed assets pragmatic, but not panacea: experts

Jairam Sridharan, CFO of Axis Bank said that with this scheme lenders and borrowers can now move forward in a meaningful way.

Expect 20-22% growth in volumes in FY17: Balaji Amines

High capacity utilisation led to a 70 percent growth for Balaji Amines in FY16, Ram Reddy, the joint MD of the company said. He expects 50 percent growth to be sustainable in FY17.

Poverty alleviation through livelihood intervention

In the new understandings of poverty, wealth as an objective is replaced well-being and employment in jobs by livelihood.

PPP policy must change to woo investment in Railways: Min

Acknowledging that Railways is in "trouble", Union Minister Suresh Prabhu on Thursday said public-private-partnership policy must change to attract investment for capacity building.

‘Investment initiatives to boost Gen-Next entrepreneurs‘

USAID will provide a Development Credit Guarantee to support Indian financial institutions lending to social enterprises, enabling them to raise critical investments from both Indian and US investors.