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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
TopicNet zero emissions

Topic: net zero emissions

Indian Railways achieves 99.2% electrification, beats Japan and China. What it means

Railway electrification in the UK stands at 39 per cent, Russia at 52 per cent, Japan at 64 per cent, and China at 82 per cent.

Why India’s magic number for AC temp is 24°C—Science, compromise & Net Zero mission

The demand for ACs is growing exponentially. In 2024, a record 14 million AC units were sold in India. By 2030, this figure will more than double.

Cement is a big problem for the environment. It can be made more sustainable

The heating of limestone accounts for 50% of emissions in cement production. So alternative chemistries that replace limestone provide a significant way to cut emissions.

With projects to produce 7.5 MMT green hydrogen announced, India ‘100% confident’ of meeting 2030 goal

At an event, Ministry of New & Renewable Energy secretary highlighted major progress in National Green Hydrogen Mission, which targets 5 MMT of annual green hydrogen production by 2030.

India needs $323 bn investment in EV tech to decarbonise auto sector by 2070 — climate research firm

Auto sales between 2020 and 2070 to create $19 trillion in revenue & taxes, with EV sales contributing $12.9 trillion, says the report by Climate and Sustainability Initiative.

World needs $2.7 trillion annually for net zero emissions by 2050, says Wood Mackenzie report

Scientists have said the world ideally needs to limit global average temperature rise to 1.5C this century to avoid catastrophic effects from climate change.

India’s steel-making goals will increase emissions 4 times by 2050, says US think-tank report

The world's second-biggest crude steel producer aims to achieve its steelmaking capacity goal of 300 million tonnes by 2030 & aims to be a net zero emitter of greenhouse gases by 2070.

For just transition from fossil fuels, India should focus on all sectors, not just coal: Reports at G20 event

Reports come amid pressure on India to join Just Transition Energy Partnership, an agreement to fund accelerated transition from coal. India has so far resisted proposition.

Stop subsidising power for some while overcharging others: Montek Ahluwalia at climate seminar

The economist also spoke of need for a carbon tax at seminar organised by Centre for Social and Economic Progress. BJP ex-general secretary Ram Madhav was in attendance.

‘Sustainable air fuel, green highways’ — VK Singh on steps govt is taking to reduce emissions

At a conference in FICCI, Singh also spoke about 'decarbonisation' & infrastructure development in the country in the last eight to nine years.

On Camera

Telangana spoke up for Muslim vendor who was attacked. South is different from the North

A poor Muslim man from Kurnool, selling khoya buns during the Medaram Jatara in Telangana, was harassed by some YouTubers and surrounded by a mob over allegations of 'food jihad'.

Venezuela crude returns to India’s oil basket. But only as ‘supplementary’ supply

Indian refiners are testing Venezuelan barrels again as Russian supply sinks, but analysts say volumes will remain limited due to refinery constraints & supply capacity.

US military commander, envoy Sergio Gor visit Indian Army Western Command, Bengaluru next

At the Western Army Command, the American delegation was briefed on the capabilities of the formation, past operations and the path ahead.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.