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ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India and ICAR-IARI signed an MoU to research using iron ore tailings in agriculture, aiming to boost crop production, soil health, and promote a circular economy.

The historic Tungatinah Power Station in Tasmania's Central Highlands, generating 142.2 megawatts and supplying nearly 5 per cent of the state's electricity, was destroyed in a fire.

Following a deadly glacial flood in the Himalayas, a power expert urged the Centre to review its 100 GW pumped-storage and dam expansion plans, citing compound risks and heavy ecological costs.

Rail connectivity between Kolkata and North Bengal is nearing restoration following emergency repairs on a rain-damaged track section near New Farakka, with trial runs underway to ensure safe operations.

West Bengal Housing Board is launching public housing projects across Thakurpukur and New Town, aiming to benefit about 3,500 families with affordable lower- and middle-income homes by 2028.

Recent compliance actions highlight environmental violations, including a $15 million penalty for Shell, thousands of gallons of spilled fracking wastewater, and numerous abandoned wells across multiple counties.

Bangladesh faces a severe energy crisis due to declining gas supplies and plant shutdowns, heavily impacting industries and exports, while underscoring its reliance on power imports from India.

Two persons were injured after a roadside tree fell on their vehicle on a highway in Himachal. Residents urge authorities to inspect and remove hazardous trees posing risks to motorists.

Monsoon disruptions have triggered a coal shortage at Rajasthan power plants, forcing the operation of the expensive Dholpur gas plant at over Rs 35 per unit to meet peak electricity demand.

MSEDCL fined 1,822 consumers Rs6.15 crore for stealing 25.9 lakh units of electricity across Pune between April and August, under an ongoing drive against power theft.