Union Minister C.R. Patil Launches C-FLOOD, India's First Unified Flood Forecasting Platform
Union Minister of Jal Shakti, C. R. Patil, inaugurated C-FLOOD, a Unified Inundation Forecasting System. Developed collaboratively by C-DAC, CWC, and NRSC, this web-based platform provides two-day advance flood forecasts at the village level, aimed at enhancing preparedness and mitigating flood risks in vulnerable regions. The project is part of the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), showcasing India's synergy of science and technology in tackling climate challenges.
Jul 02, 2025
SBI to Solarise 4 Million Indian Homes by 2027
The State Bank of India (SBI) announced its ambitious goal of solarising 4 million homes by the financial year 2026–27. This initiative is part of SBI's broader sustainability vision aligned with India's Net Zero 2070 commitments. The announcement came as SBI celebrated its 70th anniversary, underscoring its legacy and future vision as a leader in not only banking but also national development.
Key Objectives
Enable energy access and sustainability for households, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas.
Reduce carbon footprint by promoting clean and affordable energy.
Jul 01, 2025
Kerala Tops National Evaluation of Protected Areas for 2020-2025
Kerala was ranked the top-performing state in the Management Effectiveness Evaluation (MEE) of National Parks and Protected Areas (PAs) for the cycle 2020–2025, conducted by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. With a score of 76.22%, Kerala is the only state to receive a "Very Good" rating. Its Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, scored the highest among individual protected areas, reflecting Kerala's outstanding conservation practices.