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Experts Urge Scaling Battery Storage with Renewable Energy in India

At the Renewable Energy India Expo in Greater Noida, experts emphasized the need to expand battery storage and grid infrastructure alongside renewable energy capacity. India aims for 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, having already crossed 300 GW. Integrating more renewables requires investment in energy storage, domestic manufacturing, and research, said Jai Asundi of CSTEP. Yogesh Mudras highlighted the need for simultaneous growth in generation and grid storage.

ET Energy Power··Greater Noida

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Air India, IndiGo, Akasa Extend Saudi Arabia Flight Suspensions

Air India, IndiGo, and Akasa Air have extended their flight suspensions to Saudi Arabia due to security concerns. Passengers are advised to check affected routes, cancellation dates, refund policies, and complimentary rebooking options. The airlines are providing support to travelers impacted by these extended suspensions amid ongoing safety issues.

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Davangere Police Warn Against Underage Driving After Fatal Accident

In Davangere, the deaths of two underage boys in a recent road accident have highlighted the dangers of minors driving vehicles. Police urge parents to stop allowing children to drive before they are legally eligible. Superintendent H T Shekhar emphasized the need for minors to avoid driving without a license. Awareness programs will be intensified in schools to prevent such incidents.

Deccan Herald··Davangere

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Iran's Ghalibaf to Miss BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Delhi

Iran will send a parliamentary delegation to the BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi on October 26-27, but its parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, will not attend due to unforeseen circumstances. The Iranian Embassy confirmed his absence without specifying reasons but emphasized Iran's continued commitment to the forum and bilateral cooperation through parliamentary channels.

NDTV Business··New Delhi

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Pakistan Names 3 Uncapped Players, Returns Axed Star for Sri Lanka Tests

Pakistan announced a 14-member squad for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, including three uncapped batters Mohammad Taha, Mohammad Suleman, and Sameer Minhas. The team also brought back a previously dropped star player for the home series, marking significant changes ahead of the matches.

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ISRO Chief V Narayanan Clarifies No Privatisation, Private Role Explained

ISRO chairman V Narayanan clarified that ISRO will remain government-controlled and will not be privatised. He explained that private companies will participate commercially in India's space programme to meet growing satellite service demands. With 56 satellites currently, India needs thousands more. The 2023 Indian Space Policy supports startups and private firms to expand the space ecosystem, boost the economy, and create jobs.

NDTV Business··Porur

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