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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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Topic: COP28

India now 3rd-largest solar power generator, 17 times higher capacity than in 2015, says Ember report

Global Electricity Review 2024, published in energy think tank Ember's annual report, says that for 1st time in world, renewable energy is accounting for 30% of total energy generation.

Climate financing could be key focus area at COP29. What it is & where India stands on negotiations

While developed nations urge reevaluation of climate aid, India says there must be agreement on burden sharing among developed countries 'to establish fair share of collective obligation'.

Only Asia on track to triple renewables by 2030, India, China driving growth, says report

Climate Analytics report said global renewable energy capacity needs to grow 3.4-3.6 times by 2030 & that goal of tripling renewables should be treated 'as a floor, not a ceiling'.

How COP28 failed the world’s small islands

In the run-up to COP29 in Azerbaijan, Aosis members will need to continue to explore other routes to compel wealthy nations to recognise the needs of the world’s most vulnerable states.

COP28 did little for climate goals. India needs centre-state teamwork before next stocktake

Only six states in India account for 65 per cent of the country's total installed renewable capacity.

Why India’s coal dependence is unlikely to end soon despite COP28 vow to wean itself off fossil fuels

Coal accounts for 75% of energy generated in India, with govt not decommissioning any existing capacity & in process of adding more. Renewable energy also too expensive at the moment.

COP28 climate deal is a win for India. It got semantics right for developing economies

In a victory for India and other developing economies, the agreement avoids the term ‘phase out’ for fossil fuels, using “phase down of unabated coal power” instead.

‘True leaders lead from behind’ & ‘India’s political dynasties’

The best cartoons of the day, chosen by the editors at ThePrint.

200 countries adopt ‘historic’ COP28 deal calling for transition away from fossil fuels for 1st time

Though the 2-week climate summit ended with adoption of 'Global Stocktake' text, some say actual resolution is 'marred by loopholes', giving fossil fuel industry 'numerous escape routes'.

COP28 ambitions must go local. Share the burden of net zero transition with MSMEs too

Recognising diversity across and within industries and the hurdles faced by MSMEs in adopting energy-efficient technologies are key.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.