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 18 Dec 2025 08:49 PM   EconomicTimes

NCRTC to set up 110 MW solar plant in UP to power Namo Bharat corridor

The project has been awarded to NLC India Limited, a central public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Coal. The solar power plant is expected to be completed within 24 months and is projected to meet nearly 60 per cent of the corridor's total electricity requirement.

 18 Dec 2025 07:53 PM   EconomicTimes

NTPC prepares 244 GW expansion plan up to 2037 at Rs 7 lakh crore investment

Power giant NTPC is set to expand its capacity to 244 gigawatts by 2037. This ambitious roadmap requires an investment of Rs 7 lakh crore. The company is exploring energy storage, pumped storage, nuclear power, green hydrogen, and chemicals. NTPC currently meets one-fourth of India's electricity demand. This expansion will further bolster the nation's power generation capabilities.

 18 Dec 2025 07:17 PM   EconomicTimes

Bharti Airtel names Shashwat Sharma as MD & CEO of Airtel India

Bharti Airtel has announced significant leadership changes. Shashwat Sharma will become Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Airtel India starting January 1, 2026. Gopal Vittal will transition to Executive Vice Chairman. Somen Ray moves to Group Chief Financial Officer, with Akhil Garg taking over as Chief Financial Officer for Airtel India.

 18 Dec 2025 07:01 PM   EconomicTimes

Bharti Airtel names Soumen Ray as group finance chief

Bharti Airtel has announced key leadership changes. Soumen Ray will become the group chief financial officer. Akhil Garg will take over as the finance chief for Bharti Airtel India. These appointments are effective January 1, 2026. The moves come as Indian telecom operators focus on customer growth amid increasing digital use.

 18 Dec 2025 06:36 PM   EconomicTimes

Vodafone Idea raises Rs 3,300 crore via NCDs to fund growth

Vodafone Idea has secured Rs 3,300 crore through debenture issuance. This fundraise provides crucial financial support. The money will boost network investments. The issuance was done by its subsidiary, Vodafone Idea Telecom Infrastructure Limited. This move offers the company much-needed financial flexibility.

 18 Dec 2025 05:39 PM   EconomicTimes

Lupin inks licensing pact with Neopharmed for Plasil brand in Philippines, Brazil

Pharma major Lupin Limited has secured exclusive marketing rights for the gastroenterology brand Plasil in the Philippines and Brazil. Subsidiaries in these nations inked a deal with Italy's Neopharmed Gentili S.p.A. This move will boost Lupin's gastroenterology offerings and market reach. Plasil treats nausea, vomiting, and motility disorders.

 18 Dec 2025 05:16 PM   EconomicTimes

JSW Energy to double Salboni thermal power project to 3,200 MW; investment rising to Rs 40,000 cr

JSW Energy is set to significantly expand its Salboni thermal power project in West Bengal, doubling its capacity to 3,200 MW. This ambitious plan, involving an estimated Rs 40,000 crore investment, aims to meet the state's escalating power needs. The company's initial 1,600 MW phase is already underway, solidifying its commitment to the region's energy infrastructure.

 18 Dec 2025 05:08 PM   EconomicTimes

Max Healthcare Institute to invest Rs 1,000 cr to set up super speciality hospital in Pune

Max Healthcare will invest over Rs 1,000 crore to build a new 450-bed super speciality hospital in Pune. This facility in Yerawada will be commissioned within three years. It marks Max Healthcare's entry into Pune and will be its fourth hospital in Western India. The company aims to bring advanced medical care to the region.

 18 Dec 2025 04:57 PM   EconomicTimes

FinMin unveils new logo for Regional Rural Banks to signify a single, unified brand identity

On the principle of 'One State One RRB', the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, has consolidated 26 Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across 11 states/UTs, effective from May 1, 2025.

 18 Dec 2025 04:53 PM   EconomicTimes

Reliance Consumer Products acquires majority stake in Tamil Nadu’s Udhaiyams

Reliance Consumer Products Limited has acquired a majority stake in Udhaiyams Agro Foods Private Limited. This move brings the Tamil Nadu staples and nutrition brand Udhaiyam into Reliance's portfolio. Reliance will hold a controlling stake in the joint venture. Udhaiyams' existing promoters will retain a minority holding. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

 18 Dec 2025 04:35 PM   EconomicTimes

Soon, you won’t need to stop at highway tolls: Nitin Gadkari

National highway plazas will transition to a multi-lane free flow (MLFF) toll system by the end of 2026, eliminating the need for physical stops. Cameras will read number plates and automatically deduct fees from FASTag accounts, even at speeds of 80 kmph. This initiative aims to save fuel, increase toll revenue, and enhance transparency.

 18 Dec 2025 04:33 PM   EconomicTimes

India's competition watchdog reviewing allegations of antitrust breaches by IndiGo

India's competition watchdog is investigating budget airline IndiGo. This follows widespread flight cancellations that stranded thousands. The airline, which dominates the domestic market, faces allegations of antitrust violations. The disruptions highlighted risks in India's fast-growing aviation sector.

 18 Dec 2025 04:28 PM   EconomicTimes

SHANTI Bill in Rajya Sabha: No compromise on safeguard mechanism in nuclear bill, says Jitendra Singh

India's Rajya Sabha is debating the SHANTI Bill, which aims to allow private companies into the civil nuclear sector. Union Minister Jitendra Singh assured that safety measures will not be compromised. The move supports India's growing global role and clean energy goals. Nuclear power offers reliable 24x7 energy, unlike other renewables.

 18 Dec 2025 04:14 PM   EconomicTimes

Nexon at Rs 7,999, Punch Rs 5,999: Tata Motors announces special December EMI scheme for 10 cars

Tata Motors introduces attractive financing for its vehicle range. Customers can drive home a Tiago with EMIs as low as INR 4,999. The Curvv.ev is available with EMIs up to INR 14,555. These offers provide flexible payment plans for both petrol and electric models. This special financing opportunity is available until December 31, 2025.

 18 Dec 2025 03:57 PM   EconomicTimes

A new lens on employee health: Policybazaar for Business launches AiSHA, an AI-powered smart health face scan

Policybazaar for Business has launched AiSHA, an AI-powered health assistant for corporate clients. This platform uses a 30-second smartphone face scan to provide real-time health insights, including heart rate and stress levels. AiSHA aims to shift corporate health towards prevention and early detection, offering personalized guidance and integrations for a unified preventive-care ecosystem.

 18 Dec 2025 03:12 PM   EconomicTimes

Tata Motors against exempting small vehicles from CAFE norms

Tata Motors is urging the government against granting exemptions for small petrol cars from fuel efficiency standards. The auto giant believes such relaxations would slow down the adoption of electric and other sustainable vehicle technologies. This move could also compromise vehicle safety as manufacturers might cut corners to meet weight requirements.

 18 Dec 2025 03:12 PM   EconomicTimes

Tata Motors against expecting small vehicles from CAFE norms

Tata Motors opposes exemptions for small petrol cars from CAFE standards, warning it could hinder sustainable technology adoption. The company argues that weight-based relaxations might compromise vehicle safety and contradict the national mission for electric vehicle growth. Tata Motors urges the government to avoid special categories for car concessions, promoting a level playing field towards zero-emission technologies.