ASHRAE Celebrates World Refrigeration Day 2026, Highlights the Role of ‘Cool Intelligence’ in Shaping the Future of Refrigeration

ATLANTA, June 19: ASHRAE joins organizations, governments and industry partners around the globe in recognizing World Refrigeration Day (WRD 2026) on June 26. This year’s theme, “Cool Intelligence,” showcases the innovation, expertise and advanced technologies that are transforming refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems to operate more efficiently, sustainably and intelligently....

PepsiCo India, in Partnership with DWSS and PLAN Foundation, Expands Project Purna to Advance Swachh Gaon Models in Punjab

Sangrur, Punjab, June 19: Reaffirming its efforts towards strengthening circular waste management ecosystems and advancing environmental stewardship, PepsiCo India, in partnership with the Department of Water Supply and Sanitation (DWSS), Punjab, and Participatory Learning and Action Network (PLAN) Foundation, has expanded Project Purna in Bhawanigarh Block, Sangrur. Guided by...

India Poised to Play Key Role in Next Phase of Global Energy Transition: WEF

New Delhi, June 19: A World Economic Forum (WEF) assessment has highlighted that only 24 per cent of countries globally have made progress across all major energy transition metrics in 2026, underscoring uneven global advancement in achieving secure, affordable, and sustainable energy systems. The report notes that while several...

Marine Fossils Reveal Baripada’s Ancient Undersea Past

Baripada, June 19(UDN): The discovery of fossilised shark teeth, molluscan shells and other marine remains in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district has strengthened scientific evidence that present-day Baripada was once covered by a shallow sea millions of years ago. Researchers have identified a rich assemblage of marine fossils at a site...

India May Face Inflation Pressure from Fertiliser Supply Risks: CareEdge

New Delhi, June 19, 2026: A potential disruption in fertiliser supply from West Asia could pose upside risks to India’s inflation outlook, even though the country currently maintains adequate buffer stocks, according to a CareEdge report. The report highlights that fertilisers are a critical input for India’s agriculture sector,...

India’s Office REITs Penetration Set to Reach 30 pc by 2030: Report

New Delhi, June 19: India’s office real estate investment trust (REIT) market is expected to witness strong expansion, with penetration projected to rise to nearly 30 per cent by 2030, according to a recent industry report. The growth outlook is being supported by rising demand for Grade-A office spaces,...

Rajasthan Weather Alert: Storms and Rain Expected

Jaipur, June 19: A fresh western disturbance is set to influence weather conditions across Rajasthan over the next few days, bringing increased cloud cover, thunderstorms, and chances of light to moderate rainfall in several parts of the state. Meteorological assessments indicate a shift from prevailing hot and dry conditions...