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Aug152025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Bank of Baroda contributes Rs 1 crore to Uttarakhand Chief Minister’s Relief Fund

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Bank of Baroda, one of India’s leading public sector banks, extended its support to the people of Uttarakhand affected by the recent cloudburst and flash floods by contributing Rs 1 crore towards the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund for disaster relief and rehabilitation efforts in Dharali and Harsil areas. Prateek Agnihotri, General Manager and Zonal Head - Bareilly Zone, Bank of Baroda, Sripal Singh Tomar, Deputy General Manager – Bareilly Zone, Bank of Baroda and Arvind Joshi, Deputy General Manager and Regional Head – Dehradun Region, Bank of Baroda, presented the cheque to Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister of Uttarakhand on August 10, 2025. Bank of Baroda contributes Rs 1 crore to Uttarakhand Chief Minister’s Relief Fund Prateek Agnihotri, General Manager and Zonal Head - ...

Aug152025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Inox Green signs agreement for comprehensive O&M of 182 MW of wind projects

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Inox Green Energy Services Ltd., India’s leading renewables operations and maintenance (“O&M”) service provider, on August 13, 2025, announced that the company has entered into an agreement with one of the largest and most diversified Indian conglomerates for the comprehensive O&M of 182 MW of operational wind projects housed under its renewable energy arm. The projects are located across multiple sites in Western India plugged into the common infrastructure owned by Inox Green. The agreement involves the conversion of limited scope to comprehensive O&M for 82 MW of wind projects, as well as the renewal of comprehensive O&M for another 100 MW of wind projects, much ahead of its due renewal. The contract spans the entire balance life of the wind projects. ...

Aug152025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

MICE industry eyes $100 billion by 2030

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The Indian Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions (MICE) industry is at a pivotal point, with revenues projected to double and a goal to reach $100 billion by 2030. Industry leaders emphasized that this immense growth must be built on five key pillars: adopting technology, developing sustainable infrastructure, expanding venues beyond major cities, upskilling the workforce, and making sustainability a non-negotiable priority. Initiatives like 'India Expo Shop 2025' and 'EventFull Bharat' are seen as crucial platforms for fostering collaboration, innovation, and skill development, ensuring a lasting and responsible legacy for the industry. EventFull Bharat The 5th edition of India Expo Shop 2025, organised by the Indian Exhibitions, Conferences & Events Services A...

Aug102025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

RR Kabel launches series of future ready wires

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RR Kabel, a leading manufacturer of wires and cables in India, on August 7, 2025, announced a series of next-generation wire solutions crafted to address the evolving demands of Indian homes and infrastructure in an era marked by rising temperatures and increasing electrical loads. The new product line features Flamex HR+FR , Superex Green HR+FR, and Firex LS0H-EBXL—each engineered to deliver superior safety, performance, and sustainability across diverse applications. Rajesh Kabra, Executive Director, RR Kabel “As homes grow smarter and temperatures rise due to global warming, wires must evolve too”, said Mr. Rajesh Kabra, Executive Director, RR Kabel. “Our new range is built not just for today’s demands—but to anticipate the challenges of tomorrow, from higher temperatures and heav...

Aug102025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

imm India to be held in New Delhi from March 11 to 14, 2026

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The inaugural full-scale edition of imm India , a premier B2B platform designed to drive the next phase of growth in the Indian interiors and furniture industry, will be held from March 11 to 14, 2026, at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi, bringing together India’s most innovative brands and future-forward interior solutions under one roof. imm India, was officially launched by Koelnmesse Pvt. Ltd. at an exclusive event held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi on August 5, 2025. The exclusive launch event brought together key stakeholders in a city that naturally connects policy, commerce, and design, setting the tone for a platform that aims to foster innovation, collaboration, and industry-wide progress. The launch took place in the esteemed presence of Dr. Ajay Sahai, D...

Aug72025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Mystery behind sting of black scorpion decoded

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Researchers have cracked the secret behind the dangerous sting of the glossy black scorpion that quietly slithers through the under bushes of Eastern and Southern India forests. Scorpion envenomation constitutes a critical worldwide health concern, given its considerable mortality and morbidity, particularly in tropical and subtropical areas. Despite its ubiquity and significant impact, it has garnered minimal scientific scrutiny, leading to a deficient comprehension of its venom composition, toxicity mechanisms, and overall biological significance. To bridge this gap, a recent investigation by scientists of the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), Guwahati, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), conducted ...

Aug72025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

New technology enables machining of superalloys used in jet engines, nuclear reactors, space vehicles

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A new technology promises to transform how we cut through some of the hardest materials known to engineering like Inconel 625 (IN625), which are used in areas ranging from aerospace and chemical to nuclear as well as in power production systems, such as boilers, heat exchanger tubes, and steam turbines. The hybrid technique called Laser-Assisted Turning (LAT), that combines localized laser heating with mechanical cutting of such superalloys using tools coated with materials like tungsten carbide and CrAlSiN nanocomposite as well as the wear mechanisms of tungsten carbide cutting tools during the machining of IN625 superalloy, paves way for next-generation turbine blades, surgical tools, and high-performance automotive parts that are lighter, stronger, and more efficient. Machining su...

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Sonowal urges innovation, imagination to repurpose Maritime Ecosystem for Viksit Bharat at Chintan Baithak

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Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal delivered an address at the Chintan Baithak of the Ministry in New Delhi on August 6. The Union Minister called on officials to lead with purpose, innovation and reform-driven thinking to drive India’s maritime transformation and repurpose the Maritime Ecosystem for Viksit Bharat by 2047. (Image Source: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways) “This Baithak reminds us that reform begins not with a directive, but with dialogue,” Sonowal said, urging all departments to align their work with the spirit of national ambition. Over the past decade, the Ministry has led significant developments across India’s maritime sector. Under the Sagarmala Programme, more than 800 projects have been identified t...

Aug62025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Bridge on Vishwamitri River completed for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project

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The bridge on Vishwamitri River, Vadodara district, Gujarat has been completed for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project. This is the seventeenth river bridge completed out of the planned 21 river bridges in Gujarat for the project. Spanning 80 meters, this bridge is located adjacent to the Vadodara Surat main line of Western Railways. The bridge comprises three piers, one of which is positioned in the river stream and other two on the banks of river (one each side). (Image Source: NHSRCL) Passing through the urban landscape of Vadodara, this bridge serves as a critical infrastructure component in Vadodara district. Vadodara is one of the busiest urban center and constructing a bridge passing through the city required exceptional planning, coordination with Vadodara Municipal ...

Aug42025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

NZP welcomed birth of 6 tiger cubs during 7-day celebrations of GTD 2025

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The National Zoological Park, New Delhi, concluded the seven-day Global Tiger Day (GTD) celebrations on August 4, marking the successful culmination of a series of interactive and awareness-oriented activities held from 29th July to 4th August 2025. Organized to commemorate Global Tiger Day (29th July), the event aimed to educate and sensitize school students about the critical importance of tiger conservation and broader environmental stewardship. During this 7-day celebration 1935 students, about 175 teachers and supporting staff from 27 schools of Delhi/NCR participated in conservation education activities. In another wonderful news, the National Zoological Park also welcomed the birth of six tiger cubs during the week-long celebrations. (Image Source: Ministry of Environmen...