In a joint effort with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Rohde & Schwarz has verified Search Space Set Group Switching (SSSG), a 3GPP Release 17 feature that reduces power consumption in 5G NR devices. By optimizing control-channel monitoring, SSSG enhances battery efficiency without compromising scheduling reliability. Its submission for RAN5 verification marks a critical step towards standardized conformance testing and market deployment. Rohde & Schwarz has completed verification of the first 3GPP NR conformance test case for SSSG. The feature enables devices to switch between search-space groups, streamlining PDCCH monitoring. This targeted approach cuts power usage by limiting monitoring to when it’s…
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday announced a ₹4,800-crore desalination plant at Minjur with a capacity to produce 400 million litres of drinking water a day, aimed at meeting the growing water requirements of North Chennai, Avadi, Ponneri and Minjur. The announcement was made in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly under Rule 110 as part of a series of measures proposed by the Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department. According to the official statement issued by the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), the proposed Minjur facility will desalinate 400 million litres of…
In electronics manufacturing, the lowest component price can sometimes be the most expensive decision. For procurement teams under constant pressure to reduce costs, negotiating a lower price may seem like the obvious answer. But the real cost of sourcing an electronic component extends far beyond the figure on a supplier’s quotation. Shipping, inventory, quality issues, lead times and supply disruptions can all turn an apparent saving into an unexpected expense. The challenge, therefore, is not simply to buy components cheaper. It is to make procurement smarter, more resilient and more cost-efficient without compromising quality. A component that costs less to…
For millions of Indian households, the rooftop has traditionally been little more than unused space exposed to the sun every day. But that is changing. As electricity costs remain an important part of household budgets and the government continues to push distributed renewable energy, the question facing homeowners is no longer simply whether solar panels can be installed on a roof. It is whether that roof can become a meaningful source of electricity savings. The latest policy movement around rooftop solar has once again brought the issue into focus. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has extended the deadline…
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the deadline for claiming Central Financial Assistance (CFA) under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana to November 30, 2026, giving households additional time to complete rooftop solar installations and submit subsidy claims. The extension comes as the government pushes to accelerate rooftop solar adoption across India while ensuring that consumers are not penalized for procedural delays beyond their control. Under the scheme, residential consumers can receive subsidies of up to ₹78,000 for installing grid-connected rooftop solar systems. Deadline Extension Aims to Reduce Bottlenecks According to the latest operational guidelines…
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru C. Joseph Vijay has on Tuesday, September 01, 2026 released water from the Mettur Dam (Stanley Reservoir), marking the formal opening of the reservoir for irrigation in the Cauvery delta region. The event held at Mettur in Salem district is the first time the Chief Minister has personally inaugurated the annual water release since assuming office. From Announcement to Sluice Opening The water release was formally announced through an official update published by the Salem District Administration, Government of Tamil Nadu, confirming that the Chief Minister released water from the Mettur Dam on September 1,…
As part of its strategic restructuring announced earlier this year, India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. (IYM) has proposed the integration of Yamaha Motor Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. (YEIN) into IYM. The move is aimed at simplifying the company’s operations, improving collaboration across functions and creating a more agile organizational structure to support its long-term growth plans. The proposed integration comes at a time when the mobility sector is rapidly evolving, with sustainability and technological innovation reshaping product development and manufacturing. By bringing YEIN’s capabilities into IYM, Yamaha expects to strengthen the integration of its product development and manufacturing functions, further…
GK Energy Limited has received a Letter of Empanelment (LOE) from a State Government-owned power distribution utility for the execution of grid-connected rooftop solar photovoltaic projects across 1 lakh households. The empanelment involves the installation of 1 kW rooftop solar systems at 1,00,000 households, aggregating to a total capacity of 100 MW. The projects have an aggregate contract value of approximately ₹454.50 crores, including GST. Under the project scope, GK Energy will undertake the design, engineering, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the grid-connected rooftop solar PV systems. The company will also provide operations and maintenance services for a period…
Ashoka Buildcon Limited has received a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) for a ₹602.16 crore project, including GST, covering electro-mechanical works for four tunnels under the Rishikesh-Karnprayag New Broad Gauge Rail Line Project in Uttarakhand. The company disclosed the development to the stock exchanges on 29th August, 2026 under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations. The LOA from RVNL dated August 28, 2026 relates to Package-3 under Package E-4 of the Rishikesh-Karnprayag New BG Rail Line Project. The package covers Tunnel T-13, T-14, T-15 and T-16 in Uttarakhand. Scope Covers…
Tamil Nadu is set to expand its power generation infrastructure with a proposed 1,600 MW supercritical thermal power station at Tuticorin, with the project estimated to involve an investment of ₹20,800 crore. Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru C. Joseph Vijay announced the project in the state Assembly on Monday as part of a broader push to strengthen the state’s electricity infrastructure and meet rising power demand. The proposed Tuticorin power project will be developed under the public-private partnership (PPP) model and is planned to comprise two units of 800 MW each. The announcement comes as Tamil Nadu looks…
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has secured a major transformer supply contract from Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), strengthening its position in India’s expanding high-voltage transmission equipment market. The company has emerged as the successful bidder for a contract valued at approximately ₹514.56 crore to supply 23 units of 500 MVA, 765/400 kV single-phase transformers. The award relates to POWERGRID’s 765kV Transformer Package 7TR-21-BULK, part of its bulk procurement programme for high-voltage transformers and reactors. The development comes as India continues to expand and reinforce its transmission infrastructure to accommodate growing electricity demand, renewable energy integration and the…
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS is positioning its food-safe drives as a lightweight alternative to stainless steel for hygiene-sensitive applications, with its NXD tupH surface treatment designed to deliver enhanced corrosion and chemical resistance. The solution is aimed at manufacturers in the food and beverage and primary packaging industries, where drive components must withstand demanding wash-down and cleaning processes while meeting stringent hygiene requirements. The NXD tupH treatment gives aluminium housings a durable, non-porous surface that combines the material’s inherent advantages with enhanced protection against aggressive cleaning environments. NORD says the technology enables its gear units, smooth motors and decentralized frequency inverters to…