

Haworth India Launches Largest Hyderabad Experience Centre
Haworth, a global leader in premium workspace solutions with a USD 2.5 billion footprint, has unveiled its newest and largest showroom at Gowra Palladium, HITEC City, Hyderabad. Spanning 8,400 sq. ft., the new space serves as an immersive experience centre, showcasing Haworth’s global design innovation, commitment to sustainability, and response to India’s growing demand for premium, future-ready workspaces.Hyderabad, ranked among the world’s top 10 fastest-growing millionaire cities, is a booming hub for corporate real estate. With over 150 million sq. ft. of office space projected by 2..

Centre Yet to Identify Airports for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Blending Infrastructure
The Union Government has approved indicative SAF blending targets for aviation turbine fuel (ATF) used in international flights. Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, stated in Parliament that India aims to achieve a 1% SAF blend by 2027, increasing to 2% in 2028 and 5% by 2030.This initiative aligns with India’s commitment to the mandatory phase of the Carbon Offsetting Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), implemented by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Under CORSIA, airlines are required to offset carbon emissions exceeding a baseline ..

CII Survey: Infrastructure, Awareness Hinder India’s Smart Meter Adoption
As of July 15, only 20.41 million smart meter units have been installed nationwide, far short of the 20.33 crore units sanctioned under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), according to the Ministry of Power.The CII’s recent survey highlights that the biggest challenges hindering smart meter adoption are outdated utility infrastructure, unreliable connectivity—especially in remote areas—and limited consumer awareness. Notably, 80 per cent of survey participants pointed to consumer engagement as the key obstacle, while most agreed that clearer regulatory guidelines, enhanced bi..