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Nov 05, 2026

Tamil Nadu unveils Battery Energy Storage Systems policy 2026

Tamil Nadu announced the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Policy, 2026, on 3 November 2026 in Chennai. The policy, coordinated by Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited as the State Nodal Agency, targets 2.5 GW/10 GWh of storage across three years. It mandates storage for new solar or solar-hybrid projects of 1 MW or more at 10% of capacity, with four-hour discharge, and requires standalone storage of at least 10% of sanctioned capacity for new substations. Existing substations must add 5% by FY2028 and a further 5% by FY2029. Projects eligible for a 100% waiver of transmission and wheeling charges for 10 years if discharged energy is used within Tamil Nadu. Procurement plans include 2,500 MW/10,000 MWh in phase one.

Policy target: 2.5 GW/10 GWh storage in 3 years.
New solar/hybrid projects: 10% storage, 4-hour discharge.
Substation storage: 10% for new; 5% each by FY2028 and FY2029 for existing.
100% charges waiver for 10 years for eligible projects within TN.
TN Green Energy Corporation Limited to coordinate implementation.

Nov 04, 2026

DIBD operates under Digital India Corporation

DIBD functions as an independent division under the Digital India Corporation, a Section 8 not‑for‑profit company established by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The division works to promote digital inclusion and language-based services, supporting access to information and government services across India. DIBD’s activities complement broader digital public infrastructure initiatives and align with national objectives to expand citizen and business access to digital tools and information. Its work helps bridge linguistic and regional gaps in public service delivery.

DIBD is part of Digital India Corporation
operates to expand digital inclusion and language services
supports access to information and government services
aligns with India’s digital public infrastructure goals
strengthens regional and linguistic accessibility

SEBI signs MoU with BHASHINI to expand regional-language services

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD) on 3 November 2026 in New Delhi. The agreement aims to make SEBI’s services and financial information accessible in regional Indian languages. SEBI Whole-Time Member Sandip Pradhan and DIBD’s Amitabh Nag signed the MoU, which will leverage BHASHINI’s translation APIs, Automatic Speech Recognition, Text-to-Speech and OCR capabilities. The collaboration will support securities-market terminology in multiple languages and enhance multilingual services. The MoU takes effect immediately, though timelines for public rollout have not yet been announced.

MoU signed on 3 November 2026 in New Delhi
SEBI and BHASHINI to expand regional-language services
uses ASR, TTS, OCR and translation APIs
focuses on securities-market terminology
implementation timeline to be announced

Nov 03, 2026

Soreng, Sikkim hosts Organic Fisheries Cluster; SOP for Organic Certification launched

Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh in Soreng, Sikkim, on 2 November 2026 reviewed PMMSY‑driven fisheries development and launched a standard operating procedure for Organic Certification of Fisheries in the Northeastern region. The visit included demonstrations of PMMSY projects worth ₹3.75 million, such as hatcheries, feed mills, cold storage and RAS systems. Fisheries infrastructure enhancements were accompanied by distribution of Kisan Credit Cards and cheques under the MMMUY program to farmers. The minister highlighted field‑level feedback and the need for integrated value chains to boost farmer incomes and sustainable fisheries in the Northeast.

Sikkim hosts Organic Fisheries Cluster under PMMSY.
SOP for Organic Certification launched for Northeastern region.
Projects inaugurated worth ₹3.75 million; hatcheries and RAS featured.
Kisan Credit Cards distributed; MMMUY cheques issued.
Emphasis on stronger fisheries value chains and farmer livelihoods.

PM Modi inaugurates Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 in New Delhi, urging startups, IITs and innovators to develop all‑weather solar solutions for households. He highlighted rooftop solar cooking and home charging for electric vehicles as paths to reduce imported gas reliance and save households money. The summit coincides with the Ninth Assembly of the International Solar Alliance and features participants from the Green Hydrogen conference. Modi argued that innovation is as crucial as adoption, stressing renewable energy as a cornerstone of India’s development strategy and energy security during global energy shocks.

PM Modi inaugurates Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026.
Call for round‑the‑clock solar solutions; rooftop solar cooking.
Home solar charging for EVs highlighted.
Summit aligned with International Solar Alliance activities.
Emphasis on innovation to drive energy security and cost savings.

Nov 02, 2026

Digital Bharat Nidhi signs rural broadband agreement with Tamil Nadu

On 30 October 2026, Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN), the Tamil Nadu Government, and Tamil Nadu FibreNet Corporation (TANFINET) signed a tripartite agreement under the Amended BharatNet Programme in New Delhi. The deal aims to strengthen rural broadband connectivity through fibre infrastructure, providing central government subsidy support for more than five lakh rural households and on-demand broadband for 4,767 villages in Tamil Nadu. The collaboration supports digital inclusion by expanding last-mile connectivity, enabling access to e-services, education, and health information for rural residents and aligning with India’s digital-infrastructure goals.

Date: 30 October 2026; tripartite agreement signed.
Parties: Digital Bharat Nidhi, Tamil Nadu Government, TANFINET.
Under Amended BharatNet Programme (ABP).
Subsidy for over five lakh rural households; 4,767 Tamil Nadu villages covered.
Aims to boost rural digital connectivity and access to services.

Nov 01, 2026

PRAGATI Robotics Park to Be Established in Greater Noida

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the establishment of PRAGATI Robotics Park in Greater Noida, part of the state's strategy to boost high‑tech manufacturing. Spanning 69.52 acres in Gautam Buddha Nagar district, the project will drive development in robotics, artificial intelligence and related advanced technologies. The park will be developed in two zones: an eight‑acre zone under a Public‑Private Partnership model and a 61.52‑acre zone funded through private investment. Officials expect the park to attract investment, generate skilled jobs and strengthen UP’s profile as a hub for innovation and technology‑driven industries. Construction timelines and operators will be announced later by the state government.

UP Cabinet approved PRAGATI Robotics Park in Greater Noida.
Total area: 69.52 acres; located in Gautam Buddha Nagar district.
Two zones: 8 acres PPP, 61.52 acres private investment.
Focus: robotics, AI and advanced technologies.
Expected outcomes: investment, employment, innovation hub for UP.

Suresh N. Patel Appointed Chairman of Banking Committee for Viksit Bharat

The Government of India constituted the High Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat on 30 October 2026, with former Central Vigilance Commissioner Suresh N. Patel as chairman. The panel includes RBI Deputy Governor Shirish Chandra Murmu, Padmaja Chunduru (former MD & CEO, Indian Bank), and N. S. Vishwanathan (former RBI Deputy Governor). The Jt Secretary (Banking) will serve as Member Secretary. The committee will examine structural, regulatory and legislative reforms to strengthen India’s banking sector toward the Viksit Bharat 2047 objective. It has a six‑month tenure to deliver a reform roadmap covering banks, RRBs, co‑operatives and NBFCs.

Formation date: 30 October 2026.
Chair: Suresh N. Patel; other senior members listed.
Tenure: six months; deliver reform roadmap.
Scope: banks, Regional Rural Banks, cooperative banks, NBFCs.
Key focus: global competitiveness, financial inclusion, resilience.
Joint Secretary (Banking) as Member Secretary.

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