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Deccan Herald
15 hours ago
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Let BJP speak about current issues: Minister
Terming the Supreme Court cautioning the Enforcement Directorate against being used to fight political battles (regarding MUDA case) as a setback for the BJP, Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao asked BJP leaders to speak about current issues instead of repeatedly talking about Emergency and history."Supreme Court has highlighted how the ED is used in politics. What morality Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has now to speak about MUDA case? ED and CBI are made like organs of the BJP, and such institutions are weakened. Let BJP leaders speak about those issues of today," he who is also the district in-charge minister of Dakshina Kannada, told reporters in Hubballi on Tuesday that an SIT was formed to clear confusions regarding the issues in Dharmasthala town, as they were discussed everywhere. There was pressure from public and organisations, and the government took time to form the SIT. We don't know whether bodies were buried or not, but the SIT investigation will clear the confusion. BJP's allegation that it was politically motivated is baseless, he also said BJP leaders lack knowledge about the issue of tax on vendors for UPI BJP's challenge and CM's Economic Advisor Basavaraj Rayareddy's prediction about AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge becoming the PM, Dinesh said, "Kharge has all the abilities to become the PM, and there is no question in it. That's all".He also asked Deputy Leader of Opposition in Legislative Assembly Arvind Bellad to provide proper records regarding his allegation about food poisoning of Kudalasangam seer Basava Jayamruthyunjay Swamiji.
The Hindu
19 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Farmers stage protest, seek clearance for Kalasa Banduri Project
Farmers under the aegis of Kalasa Banduri Horata Samiti staged a demonstration in front of the office of Union Minister for Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi in Hubblali on Monday demanding early clearance for the Kalasa Banduri Nala Project. The farmers, led by samiti president Vijay Kulkarni and others, took exception to the delay in giving environment and forest clearance to the project which has been pending for long. The protestors said that Goa is unnecessarily creating hurdles to the project even after the Mahadayi Water Dispute Tribunal allocating water to Karnataka for utilisation through diversion of water from the Mahadayi basin to the Malaprabha basin. They urged Mr. Joshi to prevail upon the Union government in getting the required clearance for the project. They subsequently submitted a memorandum on behalf of the samiti to MLA Mahesh Tenginakai and the former Minister C.C. Patil who visited the spot. Samiti vice-president Babajan Mudhol and others led the protest.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Zelestra welcomes MNRE Minister to mark full operations at the new 435 MWp Gorbea solar plant
Pralhad Joshi , Minister of New and Renewable Energy, was welcomed by Zelestra to celebrate the full operations at the new 435 MWp Gorbea solar plant in Rajasthan. The project will generate 755 GWh of clean energy per year, backed by a 25-year PPA with Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). Delivered in under 8 months, the 435 MWp project in Rajasthan, India, supported 800+ jobs in construction. Zelestra, a global, customer-focused, multi-technology, renewable energy company, delivered in under eight months, the project enabled by a 25-year PPA signed with Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). Gorbea will generate 755 GWh of clean energy annually, powering the equivalent of 128,000 Indian households and avoiding the emissions of approximately 705,000 tons of CO2 per year. In his speech, Hon'ble Minister Pralhad Joshi, Minister of New and Renewable Energy, lauded the achievements of Rajasthan in the area of renewable energy. Sajay K. V., CEO of Zelestra India, said: 'We were proud to welcome Hon'ble Minister Pralhad Joshi to Gorbea today to share the celebration of this major success.' 'Gorbea showcases our ability to engineer execution-focused solutions and deliver major projects ahead of time and below budget. Thanks to SECI's commitment to clean energy, Gorbea has already delivered many economic and social benefits. Over the next 25+ years, Gorbea will be delivering a positive impact to the environment and supporting the energy transition underway across India,' he added. Zelestra has a pipeline of 5.4 GW of multi-technology projects in India, with 1.7 GW contracted with customers. Globally, the company was recently named among the top ten sellers of clean energy to corporate customers by BloombergNEF (BNEF), and number two in Europe, Middle East and Asia.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Union minister flags off 435MW solar project
Union minister for new and renewable energy, Pralhad Joshi, Saturday inaugurated the 435-MW Gorbea Solar Power Project , developed by Zelestra India , in Rajasthan. He said, "With every megawatt we generate, we are not just producing power, we are building a New India." The Gorbea Solar Power Project, delivered in under eight months, spans 1,250 acres and is backed by a 25-year power purchase agreement with Solar Energy Corporation of India . Joshi noted that almost 70 per cent of Rajasthan's power capacity is now sourced from renewable energy, with over 35.4 gigawatts installed, 29.5 gigawatts from solar and 5.2 gigawatts from wind. He praised the state's proactive role in India's renewable energy growth. The minister highlighted that the project has turned farmers into partners in India's energy journey, as the land used was leased from them, offering stable income. "Our farmers are no longer just food providers. They are now energy providers as well," he said. Joshi lauded CM Bhajan Lal Sharma for accelerating policy and investment reforms. Rajasthan has adopted the Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024 and operationalised the Rajasthan Green Hydrogen Policy. Investment commitments worth over ₹6.57 lakh crore were signed last year with a major focus on renewable energy and green hydrogen. Under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana , over 49,000 rooftop installations were completed in Rajasthan, with over ₹325 crore in subsidies disbursed. Joshi urged faster implementation, given the 2.7 lakh applications already received.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Nearly 70% of Rajasthan's power capacity comes from renewable energy: Pralhad Joshi
New Delhi: Almost 70 per cent of Rajasthan's power capacity is now sourced from renewable energy, with over 35.4 gigawatts installed, 29.5 gigawatts from solar and 5.2 gigawatts from wind, according to Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi . The state is now a beacon of hope, energy independence, and self-reliance, said the minister while inaugurating the 435 megawatt Gorbea Solar Power Project , developed by Zelestra India, in Rajasthan. He described the Gorbea project as a shining example of what is possible through visionary leadership and honest intent. "With every megawatt we generate, we are not just producing power, we are building a New India," he remarked, adding that the project reflects the speed and scale of change. The Gorbea Solar Power Project, delivered in under eight months, spans 1,250 acres and is backed by a 25 year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Solar Energy Corporation of India. It will generate 755 gigawatt hours of clean electricity annually, powering approximately 1.28 lakh homes and reducing nearly 7.05 lakh tonnes of carbon emissions each year. The minister highlighted that the project has turned farmers into partners in India's energy journey, as the land used has been leased from them, offering stable income. "Our farmers are no longer just food providers. They are now energy providers as well," he said. During construction, over 700 local workers were employed, contributing to livelihood generation and skill development. Joshi also noted that the entire evacuation infrastructure, including the on-site substation and a 6.5 kilometre transmission line, was completed in just five months. The project uses advanced solar panels (TOPCon bifacial mono PERC modules) and over 1300 robotic cleaning units to maintain peak performance. Joshi called this a world-class facility and urged broader adoption of such technologies. Referring to his visit to IIT Bombay, the Minister spoke about ongoing work on Perovskite Tandem Solar Cells and encouraged Zelestra and Rajasthan officials to explore pilot projects using this next-generation solar technology. He said such innovations could significantly boost energy yields in high-irradiance states like Rajasthan. Under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana , over 49,000 rooftop installations have been completed in Rajasthan, with more than Rs 325 crore in subsidies disbursed. He urged faster implementation, given the 2.7 lakh applications already received. Under PM-KUSUM, nearly 1.45 lakh solar pumps have been installed. The minister said that India has already achieved its target of 50 percent installed capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, five years ahead of the 2030 deadline. -IANS na/
