India’s target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 could generate more than 44 lakh full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs, with rooftop solar emerging as the single largest employment generator, accounting for nearly 43% of the total, according to a new study. The findings are significant as rooftop solar gains momentum across the country. The study, conducted by climate think-tank Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) and non-profit environmental org

Venezuelan vice president Delcy Rodriguez arrived in India on Wednesday on a five-day visit to expand energy cooperation, as New Delhi seeks to diversify its crude oil procurement amid supply disruptions from the West Asia crisis. Besides energy, the two sides are also set to explore ways to shore up cooperation in areas of trade and investment, pharmaceuticals and technology. Learn More

Brajesh Kumar Singh has assumed charge as managing director and chief executive officer of Canara Bank after a Govt notification dated May 30, 2026, with his tenure set until Apr 30, 2029, or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The appointment follows the recommendation of the Financial Services Institutions Bureau and approval by the Appointment Committee of the Cabinet, and comes after K Satyanarayana Raju completed his tenure on Dec 31, 2025. Learn More