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(Search results - 70)India UntoldSep 8, 2023, 12:46 PM IST
Solar Man of India has equipped 550 villages with solar energy
Mumbai’s Sachin Shigwan has made solar energy available to over 550 villages of 10 states. He is known as the ‘Solar Man of India’ who has installed water pumps, streetlights, and water filters in the villages. Solar energy does not only make life easier, but it is positive step towards building a sustainable world.
India UntoldAug 23, 2023, 12:23 PM IST
Pranav failed 16 times but finally succeeded in his 17th attempt to make an inverter
The ingenuity of Pranav Suman cannot be expressed in words. At the age of 15 he has made the impossible happen. He invented an inverter which can be charged using solar power. He experienced failure 16 times but continued to complete his project. His excellent feats have earned him a chance to represent India in the USA’s next year competitions.
IndiaJun 19, 2023, 10:18 AM IST
How India is Working to Become World Leader in Renewable Energy
India is taking the renewable energy sector seriously, aiming to become the world leader in its production. Efforts have been made to increase solar and wind energy production via government subsidies, and setting up advanced storage solutions for energy. A Green India Mission has been started to promote this agenda, and businesses and individuals alike have been encouraged to transition to clean energy.
IndiaJul 23, 2021, 4:22 PM IST
To overcome fuel hike, Tamil Nadu duo build solar bicycle worth Rs 10,000
Their idea for a solar-powered bicycle was inspired after they witnessed that the fuel prices were soaring.
IndiaApr 8, 2021, 2:14 PM IST
As Modi government approves solar PV modules, imports of Rs 17,500 crores to be reduced
The Union cabinet has approved the ministry of new and renewable energy's proposal for implementation of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme 'National Programme on High Efficiency Solar PV (Photovoltaic) Modules
IndiaApr 8, 2021, 1:19 PM IST
India to present naval ship to Seychelles
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a virtual meeting with Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan on Thursday and also inaugurate India-led projects in the country, including a new Magistrates Court building, new naval ship, 1MW solar power plant and 10 high-impact community development projects
IndiaMar 17, 2021, 1:50 PM IST
IISc develops solar photovoltaic powered electric vehicle charging station
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has developed a solar photovoltaic powered electric vehicle (EV) charging station
IndiaDec 4, 2020, 7:06 PM IST
Harnessing solar energy, Delhi schools not just save, but earn by selling surplus electricity
Delhi schools, which have installed solar panels on rooftops, will not just save money but also earn as they sell surplus electricity
IndiaNov 24, 2020, 5:11 PM IST
IIT-Madras develops solar powered unmanned autonomous survey craft for Indian ports
IIT Madras has developed a solar powered unmanned autonomous survey craft for Indian ports
IndiaNov 7, 2020, 11:12 AM IST
Arunachal Pradesh boasts of India’s first solar-based Integrated Multi-Village Water Supply Project
Arunachal Pradesh now boasts of having the country’s first solar-based Integrated Multi-Village Water Supply Project
IndiaOct 28, 2020, 1:35 PM IST
Global Himalayan Expedition wins prestigious UN award for efforts to combat climate change
One of the world's first organisations, Global Himalayan Expedition (GHE) is using tourism and technology to bring solar energy to remote communities
IndiaOct 13, 2020, 12:49 PM IST
Chhattisgarh: Auto driver turns adversity into opportunity, harnesses solar energy to earn rich benefits
When an adversity presents itself, it is natural that one gets bogged down by it. But there are a few souls who use this adversity as an opportunity to come up with new inventions to help the society at large
WorldFeb 28, 2020, 6:14 PM IST
Leap Year 2020: The History Behind February 29
How often have you wondered - why does February 29th come only once in four years? For all those who don't know - the Gregorian calendar, the most widely used across the globe, measures a year to be 365 days following the Earth's orbit around the Sun. However, the earth's orbit takes 365.24 days to complete its solar orbit and an extra day every four years is added to keep calendar seasons synchronised with solar seasons. February was chosen as the month to have the leap day as it is the only month without 30 or 31 days. Watch this video to learn more about the leap year story and the history behind February 29.
IndiaJan 2, 2020, 12:06 PM IST
IndiaDec 26, 2019, 8:38 PM IST
From solar eclipse to CAA support, watch MyNation in 100 seconds
Several parts of the country, including Odisha, Kerala, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Delhi, witnessed the solar eclipse on Thursday (December 26) morning, which is said to be the last one of the decade. Do not miss the headlines of the day on MyNation in 100 seconds.