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Hindustan Times
08-08-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Haryana targets 2.2 lakh rooftop solar installations
In a major push towards clean and sustainable energy, Haryana has set a target of installing 2.2 lakh rooftop solar (RTS) systems under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG: MBY) by 2026–27 fiscal. Haryana chief secretary Anurag Rastogi chairing a meeting in Chandigarh on Thursday. (Sourced) The roadmap was unveiled during the state-level coordination committee (SLCC) meeting that chief secretary Anurag Rastogi chaired while senior officers presented the scheme's progress and outlined strategies for faster rollout. The state also aims to solarise all government buildings by 31 December 2025, without availing any central financial assistance (CFA). Surveys have already been conducted on 4,523 government buildings, identifying a cumulative solar potential of 122 MW. 'Haryana is not just promoting solar energy, we are ensuring it reaches the doorstep of every household, especially in rural areas,' said chief secretary Rastogi. Additional chief secretary (ACS-energy) AK Singh said so far 30,631 rooftop solar (RTS) installations have been done in the state and the state DISCOMs are working on bringing special booster schemes for accelerating the RTS installations. Haryana has also launched the model solar village (MSV) initiative, under which one village in each district will be developed as a self-sufficient solar-powered hub. Villages with a population of over 5,000 are eligible for a CFA up to ₹1 crore. Balu village in Kaithal has already earned the distinction of becoming the state's first MSV, with selections underway in Karnal and Kurukshetra. These villages are being equipped with solar-powered streetlights, home lighting systems, water supply systems, and pumps, creating a 24x7 green energy ecosystem.
Time of India
07-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Haryana aims to install rooftop solar systems, solarize govt buildings by 2027
Chandigarh: In a major push towards clean and sustainable energy, Haryana has set an ambitious target of installing 2.2 lakh rooftop solar (RTS) systems across the state under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG: MBY) by the financial year 2026–27. The state also aims to solarise all govt buildings by Dec 31, without availing any central financial assistance (CFA). To achieve this, 4,523 govt buildings have been surveyed, identifying a cumulative solar potential of 122 MW. The roadmap was unveiled during the State-Level Coordination Committee (SLCC) meeting chaired by chief secretary Anurag Rastogi, where senior officers presented the scheme's progress and outlined strategies for faster rollout. "Haryana is not only promoting solar energy, we are ensuring it reaches the doorstep of every household, especially in rural areas," said Rastogi. To make the switch to solar financially viable, the govt is offering dual subsidies: CFA by the ministry of new and renewable energy, which is directly transferred to consumer bank accounts within 15 days of installation approval, and state financial assistance (SFA) for 1 lakh Antyodaya families, provided on a first-come-first-serve basis. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What Happens When You Massage Baking Soda Into Your Scalp Read More Undo These twin subsidies significantly reduce the upfront cost of installation for economically weaker sections. Additional chief secretary, energy department, A K Singh informed that as of now, 30,631 rooftop solar (RTS) installations have been completed in the state, and the State DISCOMs are working on bringing special booster schemes for accelerating the RTS installations. These combined incentives will provide sufficient financial aid for encouraging large-scale adoption among middle and service class sections. To inspire community-wide transformation, Haryana has also launched the model solar village (MSV) initiative, under which one village in each district will be developed as a self-sufficient solar-powered hub. Villages with a population of over 5,000 are eligible for a CFA of up to Rs 1 crore. Balu village in Kaithal has earned the distinction of becoming the state's first model solar village, with selections under way in Karnal and Kurukshetra. These villages are being equipped with solar-powered streetlights, home lighting systems, water supply systems, and pumps, creating a 24x7 green energy ecosystem. To facilitate smooth implementation, Haryana's DISCOMs have developed an integrated online portal and established over 280 helpdesks across sub-divisions. Capacity building has also been prioritised, with 703 DISCOM officials and vendors trained through programs conducted by NPTI and NIESBUD. Grievance redressal is being closely monitored through MNRE's Grievance Management System (GMS). Out of 1,414 complaints, 1,164 have been resolved in a timely manner, showcasing the state's commitment to consumer satisfaction and service excellence. The meeting was attended by Ashok Kumar Meena, managing director, Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN); Priyanka Soni, director, HAREDA; and other senior officials. MSID:: 123165062 413 | Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and s ilver prices in your area.
Scotsman
14-07-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
We're ready to put consumers at the heart of legal regulation
Vicky Crichton on changes coming with Scotland's new Legal Services Bill Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... On 20 May the Scottish Parliament passed the Regulation of Legal Services (Scotland) Bill. After two years of parliamentary scrutiny and a decade of discussion on the need for reform, Scotland now has a new framework for legal service regulation. The task now for all parts of the regulatory system is to make that framework a reality. That's not just about the nuts and bolts of the technical changes, but also about meeting the expectations set out in the legislation of a system that 'will best promote competition, innovation, and the public and consumer interest' and will contribute towards achieving new regulatory objectives. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad This is about recognising that legal services play a vital role in citizens' lives and in Scotland's economy. The new legislation is an opportunity to help make legal services work for all involved, says Vicky Crichton While this legislation mostly amends existing statute, taken together the changes it brings are significant for both users and providers of legal services. It ushers in a new era of entity regulation, with the regulatory focus expanding beyond individual practitioners to look at how businesses operate, and beyond regulated legal services into the unregulated market. It also makes significant changes to the complaints regime, allowing greater flexibility, proportionality, accountability and transparency, in line with the better regulation principles. We will have new powers to act on trends or concerns we see in complaints, helping to tackle systemic issues and improve the legal services consumers receive. This is vital as we know consumers want lessons to be learned from complaints, and service providers want to know how to spot and avoid the common causes of consumer dissatisfaction. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In line with the aim to put consumers at the heart of regulation, the independent consumer panel will have an enhanced remit to share its views and concerns with authorities across the regulatory system. This consumer input will be vital in shaping how all of these changes are implemented and how the reformed regulatory system delivers improvements for users of legal services. That's a lot of change, but it's an exciting opportunity to put into practice the key aims we've been discussing as part of the legislative debate and make them a reality. As we start a new business year at the SLCC, we are laying the foundations for this work. We'll be setting out our thinking on what it means to be a regulatory authority, how we'll play our part in helping to deliver against the regulatory objectives and how we'll approach using our new powers. We're looking forward to input from stakeholders, practitioners and consumers to help inform our approach. We'll also start planning to deliver the much-needed improvements to the complaints process to make it more effective, more efficient and fairer for everyone. We've drawn on our 18 years of complaints handling expertise and learning from other regulated sectors and jurisdictions to inform those improvements. While complaints are never easy, we think these changes will make the system easier for everyone to engage with. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The new legislation isn't perfect, but it is an opportunity to help make legal services work for everyone involved – those who use them and those who provide them. We're looking forward to playing our part and working with others to achieve that.
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
‘Over 17L women become Lakhpati Didis in Uttar Pradesh'
The first meeting of the state-level coordination committee (SLCC), constituted under the Lakhpati Didi programme, was held under the chairmanship of chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh on Monday. Praising the efforts of the programme in empowering women and making them financially self-reliant, he called for expanding the 'Didi ki Rasoi' initiative and 'Prerna Canteens' not only in schools but also in industrial areas. He also emphasised better coordination among departments to enhance the impact of the programme. Mission director of Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission (UPSRLM), Deepa Ranjan, presented key achievements during the meeting. She informed that as many as 17.09 lakh women had become Lakhpati Didis so far. Revolving funds have been provided to 7.17 lakh self-help groups (SHGs), while 5.74 lakh SHGs have received community investment funds. Additionally, bank loans have been extended to 7.26 lakh SHGs. Key interventions include, 49,800 women linked to integrated farming clusters (IFCs),5,000 involved in beekeeping, 2,500 in sericulture, and 2,000 in fish farming, 20,000 women selected under the One Lakh Women Entrepreneurs (DA) initiative, 30,100 Vidyut Sakhis and 39,779 BC Sakhis onboarded, 30,561 small entrepreneurs nurtured under the SHG-based village entrepreneurship programme (SVEP), 20,000 women connected to Prerna Ojas solar-based initiatives,2.64 lakh women benefited through 5 dairy producer companies and 1.80 lakh women linked to Producer Groups (PGs) and 23,509 to farmer producer organisations (FPOs) Additionally, 1.25 lakh women are benefiting from Take Home Ration (THR) plants, and 8,929 SHG Didis have been linked to micro food processing enterprises under the PM-FME scheme. The state aims to raise the annual household income of 28.92 lakh SHG members to over ₹1 lakh by the financial year 2026-27.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
South Louisiana Community College to host Industrial Trades Job Fair in New Iberia
South Louisiana Community College's Economic & Workforce Development will host an Industrial Trades Job Fair next week. The Industrial Trades Job Fair will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, April 3, at the New Iberia Campus, 908 Ember Dr., according to a news release. This event is free and open to the public. More than 30 employees will be on site, actively hiring for positions in electrical, construction, manufacturing, offshore and other skilled trades. SLCC's Economic & Workforce Development division provides short-term training for in-demand jobs to support the region's workforce needs. To learn more, visit Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with hiring managers, submit resumes and participate in on-site interviews. Dress professionally and bring multiple copies of their resume. Pre-register for the event at to expedite check-in. Construction: Pipefitters, Heavy Equipment Operators, Welders, Ironworkers, Electricians, Mechanics, Fabricators, Painters, and more. Manufacturing: Maintenance Technicians, Material Handlers, Production Line Workers, and more. Marine & Offshore Workers: Captains, Deckhands, Marine Electricians, Divers, Cooks, and more. Transportation & Utilities: Diesel Technicians, Fueler Washers, and Retail Sales positions. 'Our Industrial Trades Job Fair provides a valuable platform for skilled tradespeople to connect directly with hiring employers,' Nancy Roy, Director of Client Relations and Student Recruitment at SLCC's Economic & Workforce Development, said. 'This event helps Louisiana businesses find qualified workers while offering job seekers real opportunities for career advancement.' This article originally appeared on Lafayette Daily Advertiser: SLCC to host skilled trades job fair April 3 in New Iberia
