Data shared by Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in Parliament shows the implementation of policy since February 2024 has been inconsistent across states.
Solar panels enable decentralised energy production, where power is generated close to where it is consumed, reducing strain on the grid and making the energy system more resilient.
Govt has announced PM Suryodaya Yojana to hike rooftop solar capacity, but sector faces several issues, including poor awareness. Experts see scheme as positive move, if enacted properly.
India imposed 40% solar panel import tax in April 2022 and 25% tax on solar cells to discourage Chinese imports, in line with PM Modi's ambitious plan to become more self-reliant.
Exporters said the Budget’s proposals to increase duty-free import limits on processing, create 500 reservoirs and support fisheries startups will boost the marine industry.
With recruitments under Agnipath set to rise, the Union Budget has significantly increased spending, with the Army taking nearly 87% of the total outlay.
The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.
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