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Jammu, Jul 16: Bolstering its energy conservation initiatives and prudent utilisation of resources, J&K government has chalked out a set of action points for implementation by its administrative departments, commencing from the Civil Secretariat Kashmir and Jammu and trickling down to other subordinate offices. As per official sources, the action points focus to leverage the use of virtual platforms and video conferencing for conduct of official meetings and party meetings as a measure to reduce expenditure on travel, conserve time and energy, and promote prudent utilization of public resources. In connection with government-led austerity, all departments including Home department and Transport department have been asked to reduce VIP fleet and convoy size. They have been instructed to reduce convoy strength of Ministers, MLAs, MPs and senior officials by at least 50 per cent (other than what is required for security). It has been asked to ensure that all new vehicle purchases in the Secretariat to be EVs (Electric Vehicles) and all outsourced vehicles in the Secretariat may be EV only. To ensure the implementation vis-vis energy conservation and reduction in travel expenditure, all Administrative Secretaries have been directed to ensure that at least 50 percent of internal official meetings held in the Civil Secretariat, Jammu and Kashmir, and in all subordinate offices under their administrative control are conducted through video conferencing and other virtual platforms. “The action points, firmed up by the General Administration Department, cover a wide range of sectors including energy conservation, transportation, agriculture, public procurement, domestic manufacturing, tourism, sustainable consumption, digital governance and resource optimisation,” official sources maintain. Further, all inter-district review meetings, training programmes, departmental seminars, workshops and stakeholder consultations will also be conducted through video conferencing or virtual mode. The Administrative Secretaries have been directed to issue suitable instructions to all subordinate offices under their administrative control to adopt this practice in letter and spirit. As per sources, an Action Taken Report (ATR) in this regard will be furnished to the General Administration Department for consolidation, monitoring and appraisal of the concerned quarters. To cut non-essential government expenditure, the action points involve freezing of non-essential foreign travel, study tours and consultancy assignments for 6 months. For reduction in energy consumption, focus is to accelerate Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption by waiving or reducing road tax and registration fees on EVs for the next 12 months. Action points for the Transport Department emphasise to mandate conversion of government and PSU fleet to EVs in phase; expedite Discom approvals for EV charging tariff and dedicated feeder lines. To encourage innovative materials in constructions, the PW(R&B) department will promote bio-bitumen, plastic-waste bitumen and concrete roads in projects to reduce bitumen import dependence. It will issue advisory mandating consideration of bio-bitumen in all new road tenders. For fast-tracking pending clearances, the Mining Department has been asked to expedite mining permissions and lease approvals pending with governments; ensure quick operationalisation of new mining leases. It will give special focus on critical minerals (lithium, cobalt, rare earths, copper) and coal, where import dependence is high. As per the set of action points, to reduce energy consumption, Power Development Department (PDD), Estates Department, Divisional Commissioners and the Deputy Commissioners will mandate air-conditioning thermostat setting of 24-26 degrees Centigrade in all government buildings; issue advisory to private offices, malls, hotels and shopping complexes to follow the same thermostat setting and instruct to switch off non-essential lighting, decorative lighting and outdoor signages in commercial areas after 10 pm. Higher Education and School Education Departments will advance summer office timings in universities, colleges and schools by one hour to maximise daylight and reduce lighting and AC load. For Industries and Commerce department, Agriculture Production Department, Cooperative and other related departments, the action points suggest creating “Made in J&K” sections by partnering with retail chains, malls, supermarkets, airports, railway stations, bus terminals, and commerce platforms. They have also been asked to mandate at least one dedicated aisle in UT-run consumer cooperatives (e.g., Apna Bazaar, KendriyaBhandar, Co-op Co stores) for local products. All administrative departments, including the Finance Department and Industries and Commerce Department have been directed to strictly enforce Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order, 2017 across all departments and PSUs. They will conduct a 30-day audit of government and PSU procurement to identify avoidable imported items (electronics, furniture, stationery, vehicles, toys) and switch to domestic sources.

India launched its first hydrogen-powered train, marking a move toward cleaner energy sources. This initiative signifies a shift from fossil fuel dependence for railways. Hydrogen trains will likely play a niche role on specific routes. Their long-term contribution depends on affordable green hydrogen availability. This technology supports India's climate goals and energy transition.

By Arun Kumar Das New Delhi, July 16: The first Hydrogen-fuelled train, set to be launched tomorrow (July 17) in Haryana, marks a new chapter in the evolution of Indian Railways, reflecting a broader journey from coal and steam to cleaner, more sustainable sources of energy. The train, that will run between Jind and Sonipat [...] The post India’s first Hydrogen-fuelled train: Here are some details about it appeared first on Business Vibes of India (BVI) .

Global grain shipments have increased 13% year-on-year so far in 2026, driven by robust wheat, maize and soybean exports from the Americas and Europe, according to the latest analysis by BIMCO. However, the shipping association has cautioned that the outlook for the second half of the year remains uncertain due to weather risks, tighter fertilizer [...] The post Grain Shipments Rise 13% in 2026, but Weaker Second Half Outlook Looms: BIMCO appeared first on India Seatrade News .

In a major boost to India’s freight transportation and logistics infrastructure, the Union Cabinet has approved two railway capacity enhancement projects worth ₹3,907 crore, including the strategically significant doubling of the Paradip–Haridaspur rail line in Odisha and the construction of a fourth railway line between Rajkharsawan and Dangoaposi in Jharkhand. The projects were approved by [...] The post Cabinet Approves ₹3,907 Crore Rail Capacity Projects to Strengthen Freight Connectivity in Eastern India appeared first on India Seatrade News .

Indian Railways on Friday added another feather to its cap in clean mobility with Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagging off India’s first hydrogen fuel cell trainset from here, a train that generates its own electricity onboard using hydrogen, the cleanest fuel known. The 10-coach train running between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana will cover 90 km in just two hours, a landmark in the green mobility journey. The train is powered by a 3,200 HP propulsion system -- one of the most powerful hydrogen-powered trainsets in operation -- and emits only water vapour. By leveraging India's own technology and handling everything from design to assembly domestically, India joins the ranks of countries operating hydrogen railways. Simultaneously, PM Modi dedicated to the nation and laid the foundation stones of the National Highway project of over Rs 12,470 crore in Haryana. The milestone of a hydrogen-powered train marked the latest chapter in the evolution of how the Railways has powered its trains, reflecting India’s broader journey from coal and steam to cleaner, more sustainable sources of energy. Over the past 12 years, rapid electrification has significantly reduced dependence on imported diesel, paving the way for the next leap in clean rail mobility. From Jind, the Prime Minister dedicated to the nation the 157.92-km-long four-lane, fully access-controlled Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway (Packages 1 to 5), developed at a cost of around Rs 9,680 crore. The Greenfield corridor forms part of the 667 km Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway that will reduce travel time between Delhi and Katra from about 14 hours to nearly six hours, while cutting the Delhi-Amritsar journey from about eight hours to four hours. The project is expected to significantly decongest NH-44 (GT Road), boost pilgrim and tourist traffic to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, and catalyse industrial and logistics development along the corridor. The Prime Minister also dedicated the 33.81-km-long four-lane, partially access-controlled Ambala-Kala Amb Highway on NH-7 and NH-344. The highway will strengthen connectivity between the Ambala urban agglomeration and the Kala Amb industrial belt, improving road links between Haryana and Himachal Pradesh, facilitating tourist movement to hill regions and reducing logistics costs for industries in Kala Amb. Another major project dedicated was the 40.60-km-long Jind-Gohana Greenfield Highway on NH-352A. The new highway will reduce travel time between Jind and Gohana from about two hours to just 40 minutes, benefiting commuters, freight transport and the agriculturally significant Jind-Gohana region while improving connectivity to Rohtak, Panipat and the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR). The Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone for the 24.27-km-long Hansi-Barwala Brownfield Highway Project, which will upgrade the existing carriageway to a 2/4-lane configuration with paved shoulders. PM Modi dedicated the Elevated Railway Track in Kurukshetra, a major urban infrastructure project that will eliminate long-standing traffic congestion at railway crossings in the city. The project will ensure smoother vehicular movement, improve road safety and enhance the operational efficiency of both rail and road transport systems. PM Modi also dedicated major medical institutions to the nation -- Pandit Neki Ram Sharma Government Medical College, Bhiwani, Maharishi Chyawan Medical College and Rao Tula Ram Hospital in Koriawas in Narnaul. These institutions will expand access to quality medical education in Haryana, increase the number of MBBS seats, improve the availability of specialist healthcare professionals and enable people to access better medical services closer to their homes, thereby strengthening the state's healthcare ecosystem. Further enriching the region's cultural infrastructure, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of the Sikh Museum in Kurukshetra. The museum will showcase the history of Sikhism, the teachings of the Sikh Gurus, their courage, sacrifices and the invaluable contribution of the Sikh community to India's civilisation and culture through the use of modern technology.