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Tata Power gains NCVET recognition to advance green energy skilling

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The CSR Journal
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Mumbai, India: Tata Power, one of India’s largest integrated power companies, has been officially recognized as a Dual Awarding Body (AB -Dual) under the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET). This significant recognition, formalized through an agreement, empowers Tata Power to assess, certify, and award qualifications to learners trained at its skill development arm, Tata Power Skill Development Institute (TPSDI)- premium institute supported by Tata Power, which is also equipping youth with expertise for the booming energy sector .
The agreement was signed by Mr. Alok Prasad (Head – TPSDI) on behalf of Tata Power and Col. Gunjan Chowdhary (Director – NCVET) on behalf of NCVET, in the gracious presence of Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari (Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Chairperson, NCVET), and Mr. Himal Tewari (President – Group HR, CHRO, Chief – Sustainability & CSR). The recognition aligns with Skill India Mission and Tata Power’s ongoing efforts to bridge the skill gap in the power sector. The NCVET accreditation will help TPSDI to expand its skilling initiatives by certifying individuals in key domains such as rooftop solar installations, energy storage, green hydrogen, and pumped hydros, which are aligned with India’s rapidly evolving green energy ecosystem.
To facilitate this, the company is set to scale up its training infrastructure, ensuring greater accessibility to industry-aligned skilling programs across the country. TPSDI, which has already trained over three lakh individuals, will now be able to directly award industry-recognized certifications for its approved or adopted qualifications across its owned or fully managed campuses. This recognition will significantly enhance the credibility and employability of TPSDI-certified professionals, strengthening India’s green workforce for the future.
The National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, serves as the national regulator for vocational education and training. It is responsible for setting standards, formulating regulations, and enhancing the quality and impact of skilling initiatives across the country. NCVET oversees the recognition and regulation of awarding bodies and assessment agencies, ensuring the development of a highly skilled workforce to meet evolving industry demands.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Himal Tewari, CHRO and Chief – Sustainability & CSR, Tata Power, said: “Becoming an awarding body under NCVET marks a defining moment in Tata Power’s journey towards workforce transformation. With this recognition, we are poised to skill and certify professionals through our 11 centers, ensuring a pipeline of industry-ready talent equipped with the skills necessary for India’s clean energy transition. As we look ahead, our focus remains on expanding our reach and impact, developing expertise in future-forward domains, and contributing meaningfully to India’s vision of a sustainable, self-reliant energy future.”
With a growing emphasis on green jobs, TPSDI will focus on training programs in emerging domains such as solar and wind energy, energy storage, grid modernization, and sustainable power solutions.
Through this association , Tata Power further strengthens its role as a key driver of industry-aligned skill development, equipping professionals with practical, hands-on expertise in the evolving energy sector. This initiative reinforces Tata Power’s commitment to nation-building, workforce development, and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
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Curfew in Nepal After Pro-Monarchy Supporters Clash With Police

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Nitya Choubey
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Nepal Parliament
A curfew has been imposed in part of Kathmandu on Friday after two people, including a camera person, died and over a dozen got injured in clashes between supporters of the former king and the police. The supporters demanded the restoration of the monarchy abolished in 2008 to give way to democracy in Nepal. Ex-King Gyanendra’s supporters held demonstrations and clashed with the police forces. The police retaliated with water cannons, tear gas shells, and rubber bullets to disperse the crowd.

The Left Front

In a separate rally organised by the left front, former Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal and Madhav Kumar Nepal addressed the crowd and ended the gathering on a peaceful note with a warning to Gajendra that his ambitions of regaining the throne could prove costly to him.
The pro-monarchy rally in the Tinkune area began around 11:30 AM yesterday, by the police intervened. The crowd had already started to move towards the Parliament House, where prohibitory orders were in place. 
The government has declared Durga Prasai, the designated leader of the rally, as the man responsible for the violence and has issued an arrest warrant against him.

PM to Visit RSS Headquarters in Nagpur

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Nitya Choubey
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Indian PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the RSS headquarters this Sunday, something no other Prime Minister has ever done. While Maharashtra BJP president Chandrashekhar Bhawankule insisted that there is nothing political about the visit to Nagpur, this visit can be seen as an attempt to ease tension between the BJP and the RSS.

PM’s Schedule

“The PM will lay the foundation stone of the Madhav Netralaya Premium Centre building and share the dias with Mohan Bhagwat (RSS Chief) during this event. The PM will also visit the Hedgewar Smruti Mandir, which is the RSS headquarters. After this, he will go to Deekshabhoomi where B R Ambedkar and his followers embraced Buddhism,” told Bawankule to reporters.
The Hedgewar Smriti Mandir has memorials dedicated to RSS founder Keshav Balaram Hedgewar and MS Gowalkar, the second sarsanghchalak of the RSS. Ex-Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee visited the memorial in 2007 for the centenary celebrations of Gowalkar. During this time, he had stepped down as prime minister after the BJP lost the elections in 2004.
Modi himself last visited the RSS headquarters in September 2012 to attend the funeral of late RSS chief K S Sudarshan. Back then, he was serving as the Gujarat chief minister.

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Passes New Law on Water Pollution Amidst Criticism

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Nitya Choubey
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Punjab Vidhan Sabha
Punjab Vidhan Sabha adopted the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024 on Friday by passing a resolution to this effect. The act was enacted by the centre, amid criticism by environmentalists. The Punjab Cabinet approved the amended law on February 27 and became the 19th state to adopt the law.
The legislation was enacted by the Parliament on February 15, 2024, and was implemented by Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and the Union Territories.

Opposition to the Act

Cabinet Minister Dr Ravjot Singh moved the resolution, which was passed amidst opposition from the Congress. The act will replace a decade-old statute and will decriminalise several violations relating to water pollution. The act will also introduce financial penalties ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹ 15 lakh against the previous provisions that allowed for imprisonment of up to six years. According to the new rules, the committee electing the chairman of the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) will now also have a representative from the centre.
Congress member Avtar Henry Jr. opposed the resolution, stating that the central act was an attack on the federal structure. He also opposed the abolition of provisions of punishments in the new legislation. Jaskirat Singh, an environmental activist of the Public Action Committee, said that the passing of the law was shocking. Singh also added that the resolution should not have been read in CM’s absence.
“It is his daughter’s first birthday. Today, he was busy organising a function in the evening where many officers, leaders and others are invited.”

RCB Breaks 17-Year Chepauk Curse, Defeats CSK by 50 Runs

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Hency Thacker
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CSK vs RCB IPL 2025
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has achieved a monumental victory against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday, March 28, in the IPL 2025 match at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. Under the captaincy of Rajat Patidar, RCB broke their 17-year losing streak at Chepauk with a commanding 50-run win over CSK. The visitors posted a formidable total of 196/7 and restricted the hosts to 146/8 in their chase.
At the beginning of RCB’s innings, its batting line-up struggled for consistency, while managing to set a competitive target. Quick 32 runs off 16 balls by Phil Salt gave them an early boost. However, it was the captain Rajat Patidar’s half-century with a score of 51 runs off 32 balls, that grounded the team. Tim David provided the finishing touch to RCB’s innings with an unbeaten 22 runs off just eight balls.
CSK’s fielding performance was sub-par as they dropped three crucial catches of Patidar, which proved costly for the team. Despite their renowned spin attack led by Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin, Chennai could not capitalise on the sticky pitch conditions.

RCB Bowlers Dominate CSK’s Chase

RCB’s bowlers delivered an outstanding performance to defend their total effectively. Josh Hazlewood led the attack with figures of 3/21 in four overs, while Yash Dayal (2/18) and Liam Livingstone (2/28) provided noteworthy support. Bhuvneshwar Kumar also made an impressive debut for RCB with economical bowling figures of 1/20.
The chase for CSK did not begin very strongly as their top order collapsed during the powerplay overs. Ruturaj Gaikwad and debutant Rachin Ravindra attempted to stabilise the innings but fell short of building momentum. Ajinkya Rahane and Daryl Mitchell contributed briefly, but the pressure mounted as wickets fell regularly.
The standout performers for CSK were Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja, who displayed an unbeaten partnership of 66 runs for the fifth wicket. However, their efforts came too late, and CSK fell short by a significant margin.

17-Year Curse

This marks RCB’s first victory at Chepauk since 2008, ending a long-standing jinx against CSK at their home ground. With two wins in two matches this season, RCB has started IPL 2025 on a high note.

MMRDA Presents ₹40,187 Crore Golden Jubilee Budget for 2025-26

By
Akanksha Yadav
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Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) today presented its budget estimate for the year 2025-26 amounting to ₹40,187.41 crore. This happened under the leadership of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, under the chairmanship of Hon Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and in the presence of hon Minister of State for Urban development Smt Madhuri Misal.

Infrastructure services

To enhance and deliver world-class urban services and infrastructure to the citizens of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, ₹35,151.14 crore approximately 87% of the total expenditure has been earmarked exclusively for infrastructure projects. These include metro line extensions, construction of new tunnels, coastal routes, regional water source development, and major urban infrastructure works.

The Budget

The budget was presented by MMRDA Metropolitan Commissioner Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS, and approved by Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister and Chairman of MMRDA, Eknath Shinde. The estimated revenue for FY 2025–26 stands at ₹36,938.69 crore. This budget is expected to accelerate integrated, balanced, and fast-paced development in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, reduce travel time and distances, and ease traffic congestion.
The estimated revenue for the financial year 2025–26 is ₹36,938.69 crore, while the estimated expenditure stands at ₹40,187.41 crore, resulting in a budgetary deficit of ₹3,248.72 crore. This deficit is proposed to be bridged through land sales, issuance of bonds, financial assistance from the government, and loans from financial institutions.

The expected revenue

  1. Sub Debts from the State Government – ₹2,082.00 crore
  2. Receipts from Land – ₹7,344.00 crore
  3. Borrowings – ₹22,327.35 crore
  4. Other receipts – ₹856.07 crore
  5. Project Operations Revenue – ₹305.27 crore
  6. Government grants / TDR etc. – ₹1,024.00 crore
  7. Urban Transport Fund (UTF) – ₹3,000.00 crore
Thus, the total expected revenue amounts to ₹36,938.69 crore, while the total estimated expenditure is approximately ₹40,187.41 crore.

Breakdown of the expenditure

  1. Administrative expenses – ₹373.95 crore
  2. Project Operations and Maintenance – ₹619.95 crore
  3. Loans & Advances to Staff – ₹11.00 crore
  4. Loan, Advances & EMD given By MMRDA – ₹101.00 crore
  5. Surveys / Studies – ₹336.65 crore
  6. Grants – ₹299.75 crore
  7. Project Expenditure – ₹35,151.14 crore
  8. Repayment of Loan – ₹488.60 crore
  9. Interest and other charges on the loan amount– ₹2,805.37 crore

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’ Statement

Hon’ble Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis remarked, “The Mumbai Metropolitan Region is the backbone of Maharashtra’s economic development. The ongoing infrastructure projects across MMR are accelerating the state’s growth trajectory. Maharashtra has signed a total of 54 MoUs worth ₹15.70 lakh crore. Of these, MMRDA has signed 11 MoUs amounting to ₹3.50 lakh crore. The signing of these MoUs at Davos under MMRDA’s leadership reflects the strong global investor confidence in Maharashtra. This budget marks a crucial step toward achieving the vision of a trillion-dollar economy.”

Deputy CM’s Statement

Deputy Chief Minister and Chairman MMRDA Eknath Shinde said while approving the budget: “Our top priority is the all-round and fast-paced development of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. This budget ensures inclusive progress across all sectors from new metro corridors to water resource projects. MMRDA’s plans will position Mumbai as a global economic hub. The 2025-26 budget is a visionary and comprehensive document for the multidimensional growth of MMR.”

Metropolitan Commissioner’s Statement

Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS, Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA added, “The budget for 2025-26 is future-ready. Over ₹35,000 crore has been directly allocated for projects. From metro expansions and underground tunnels to water resource development and economic hubs, these initiatives are vital for MMR’s growth. This is not just a financial document it is the blueprint for MMR’s future.”
Under the able leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, this budget will be a milestone in the journey of transforming Mumbai and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region into a truly global city.

Madras High Court grants interim anticipatory bail to Kunal Kamra

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Ahana Bhattacharya
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The Madras High Court on Friday granted interim anticipatory bail to comedian Kunal Kamra, who has stirred a controversy with his jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The High Court granted Kamra relief on the condition that he should execute a bond to the satisfaction of the judicial magistrate at Vanur in Villupuram district in Tamil Nadu. Justice Sunder Mohan also issued notice to 2nd Respondent (Khar Police) and posted the matter to April 7.
Popular stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra approached the Madras High Court on Friday seeking protection from arrest. He is a resident of Villupuram town in Tamil Nadu which comes under the jurisdiction of Madras High Court and hence he had filed the petition there. The petition mentions that Kamra had shifted to Tamil Nadu from Mumbai in 2021 and has been “ordinarily a resident of this State since then” and that he feared arrest by Mumbai Police, which has summoned him twice. Kamra’s counsel has also mentioned that the comedian has been receiving death threats after the controversial performance.
Meanwhile, Mumbai Police has summoned him at Khar Police Station on March 31. A Zero FIR was lodged against Kamra under Sections 353(1)(b), 353(2) [Public mischief] and 356(2) [Defamation] BNS by Shiv Sena MLA Muraji Patel. The FIR was later transferred to Khar police station in Mumbai.

Kamra’s “traitor” jibe at Eknath Shinde

Kamra, known for his satirical style of comedy, was performing at a stand-up show at the Unicontinental Hotel in Mumbai’s Khar area, where he mocked Shinde’s defection from the Shiv Sena and his alliance with the BJP by allegedly calling him a “gaddar” (traitor) in an indirect manner. The jokes, which included a parody of a song from the Bollywood movie “Dil To Pagal Hai”, were aimed at Shinde, even though Kamra did not mention him by name. His performance quickly gained attention on social media, following which it triggered a series of protests and even violence.

Kunal Kamra refuses to apologise

Refusing to apologise for his act, the comedian issued a statement on social media where he wrote, “I will not apologise. What I said is exactly what Mr. Ajit Pawar (1st Deputy CM) said about Mr. Eknath Shinde (2nd Deputy CM). I don’t fear this mob and I will not be hiding under my bed, waiting for this to die down.”
Taking a jibe at Indian media for reporting about the controversy, he further wrote, “To the media faithfully reporting this circus: Remember that press freedom in India ranks at 159.”
Highlighting the importance of freedom of speech in India, Kunal Kamra further mentioned in his statement, “Our right to freedom of speech and expression is not only to be used to fawn over the powerful and rich even though today’s media would have us believe otherwise. Your inability to take a joke at the expense of a powerful public figure does not change the nature of my right. As far as I know, it is not against the law to poke fun at our leaders and the circus that is our political system.”

MHADA VP Sanjeev Jaiswal Implements Seven-Day Deadline for Appeal Orders

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The CSR Journal
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Mumbai, March 28, 2025: In a decisive move to enhance efficiency and ensure timely resolution of matters, Mr. Sanjeev Jaiswal, IAS, Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA), has mandated that all orders pertaining to hearings conducted in his office must be issued within seven days of the of the hearing date.

VP Orders Seven-Day Limit for Appeal Decisions

Appeals concerning Development Control Regulation 33(7), the Master List, MHADA’s computerised lottery system, and other pertinent matters are regularly addressed in the Vice President’s office. It has been observed that the issuance of orders in these cases often experiences delays, sometimes extending to one or two months. Taking serious note of this, Mr. Jaiswal has issued an official directive to limit the order issuance timeframe to seven days.

Directive Applied Across MHADA Divisions and Departments

Besides, he has instructed that this directive be uniformly implemented across MHADA’s divisional boards and all relevant departments, including hearings conducted by Chief Officers and department heads.
This initiative aims to bring greater transparency, efficiency, and accountability to MHADA’s processes, reinforcing the authority’s commitment to serving the public with speed and diligence.

Western Railway’s Hospital to Upgrade Diagnostic with Advanced CT & MRI

By
Akanksha Yadav
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Western Railway’s premier healthcare facility, Jagjivan Ram Hospital (JRH) at Mumbai Central, is set to revolutionize its diagnostic services with the installation of state-of-the-art CT and MRI facilities under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.

This significant upgrade is in its final stages, and the installation of these advanced imaging systems is expected to be completed in the next three months.

Upgraded facilities

According to a press release issued by Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, Shri Vineet Abhishek, this progressive initiative will eliminate the need for outside referrals and significantly reduce waiting times for critical imaging investigations.

Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, Shri Vineet Abhishek
Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, Shri Vineet Abhishek

The in-house availability of CT and MRI services will provide railway beneficiaries with timely and precise diagnoses, facilitating faster medical interventions and improved treatment outcomes.

Advanced diagnostic technology

The newly established Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Urology departments at JRH will greatly benefit from this advanced imaging setup, enabling more accurate detection and management of complex medical conditions.

This development marks a pivotal step in strengthening the hospital’s diagnostic infrastructure, ensuring enhanced medical support for railway employees, their families, and retired personnel.

Healthcare services for railway employees

Western Railway remains committed to continuous advancements in medical technology, reinforcing its dedication to providing world-class healthcare services to its beneficiaries. The introduction of these cutting-edge diagnostic facilities underscores JRH’s mission to deliver superior patient care and medical excellence within the railway healthcare system.

Greater Noida गर्ल्स हॉस्टल में लगी आग, बालकनी से कूदकर लड़कियों ने बचाई जान

By
Anju Singh
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Great Noida Girls Hostel Fire
Greater Noida Girls Hostel Fire
Greater Noida Hostel Fire: ग्रेटर नोएडा के Annapurna Girls Hostle में गुरुवार शाम AC ब्लास्ट से आग लग गई। हादसे के वक्त हॉस्टल में मौजूद लड़कियों ने बालकनी से कूदकर जान बचाई।
Greater Noida Hostel Fire: ग्रेटर नोएडा के Knowledge Park-3 इलाके में स्थित अन्नपूर्णा गर्ल्स हॉस्टल में गुरुवार शाम अचानक आग लगने से अफरा-तफरी मच गई। यह आग Hostel में लगे AC में हुए ब्लास्ट के कारण लगी और कुछ ही देर में तेजी से फैल गई। हादसे के समय हॉस्टल में 160 लड़कियां मौजूद थीं, जिन्होंने किसी तरह खुद को बाहर निकालकर जान बचाई। घटना की सूचना मिलते ही दमकल की गाड़ियां मौके पर पहुंचीं और आग पर काबू पाया। दमकल विभाग की टीम ने अंदर फंसी 40 छात्राओं को सुरक्षित बाहर निकालकर करीब एक घंटे में आग पर काबू पा लिया। इस हादसे से इलाके में दहशत फैल गई और प्रशासन ने मामले की जांच शुरू कर दी है। घटना के दौरान दो छात्राएं हॉस्टल की दूसरी मंजिल पर फंस गईं। स्थानीय लोगों ने सीढ़ी के सहारे उन्हें नीचे उतारने का प्रयास किया, लेकिन उतरते समय कूदने के कारण एक छात्रा गिर गई। फायर विभाग के मुताबिक, उसे कोई गंभीर चोट नहीं आई और वह पूरी तरह सुरक्षित है। छात्राओं के आग से बचने के लिए नीचे उतरने की कोशिश का वीडियो सोशल मीडिया पर तेजी से वायरल हो रहा है।

मुख्य अग्निशमन अधिकारी (CFO) प्रदीप कुमार चौबे ने बताया, ‘कल शाम करीब 5 बजे हमें सूचना मिली कि Greater Noida के नॉलेज पार्क-3 स्थित अन्नपूर्णा गर्ल्स हॉस्टल में आग लगी है। हमारी टीम तुरंत मौके पर पहुंची और आग पर काबू पा लिया गया। हमारे FSO भी घटनास्थल पर मौजूद थे। कुछ लोगों के अंदर फंसे होने की सूचना मिली थी, लेकिन हमारे पहुंचने से पहले ही सभी सुरक्षित बाहर निकल चुके थे। इस घटना में किसी तरह की जनहानि नहीं हुई है। दुर्घटना की आवश्यक वैधानिक कार्रवाई की जा रही है।

SP ने वीडियो शेयर कर लिखा-BJP सरकार में विफल व्यवस्थाएं

समाजवादी पार्टी SP के X हैंडल से इस घटना पर सवाल उठाए गए हैं और सरकार की आलोचना भी की गई है। इस घटना का वीडियो शेयर करते हुए SP ने लिखा है, ‘भाजपा की सरकार में विफल व्यवस्थाएं! Greater Noida में हॉस्टल में लगी आग, नहीं पहुंची फायर ब्रिगेड की गाड़ियां, कूद कर लोगों ने बचाई जान। क्या UP को यही पहचान दिला रहे हैं मुख्यमंत्री? सेवाओं की बदहाली में प्रदेश निरंतर सबसे आगे.’
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