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Plateau among biggest beneficiaries of FG’s $750m renewable energy programme – Mutfwang

Flags off 1.5MW solar mini-grid, says state’ll become power exporter in two years. By Golok Nanmwa JOS –  Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, on Tuesday declared that Plateau had emerged as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the Federal Government’s 750-million-dollar renewable energy programme, disclosing that about 10 interconnected solar mini-grid projects would be implemented

Egypt to launch sovereign industrial, African investment funds to drive economic growth

Egypt will launch a sovereign-led industrial investment fund to enhance manufacturing capabilities and boost exports, alongside a separate fund targeting private sector investments in Africa, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid announced on Tuesday. During a meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Farid outlined the proposed investment structure for the industrial fund, which

Power minister courts local, foreign investors to boost industrial growth

The federal government has called on local and international investors to deepen their investments in Nigeria’s power sector to support economic and industrial growth. The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, made the call in a keynote address delivered at the Project Hoover Series II Investor Forum in Abuja on Tuesday. Mr Tegbe said reliable electricity

Italy & India: A Strategic Partnership For The Indo-Mediterranean

India’s impressive advancements in space exploration and satellite tech, together with Italy’s aerospace engineering excellence, offer significant opportunities for joint initiatives and next-gen technology development. The relationship between India and Italy has now reached a decisive stage. In recent years, our ties have expanded with unprecedented momentum, evolving from a cordial friendship into a special

India Crypto Regulation: July 2 Parliamentary Meeting Could Bring New Crypto Rules

India’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance is set to hold a crucial meeting on July 2 to discuss the future of Crypto Regulation in the country. The committee is chaired by BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab. It has summoned representatives from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

India Concert Axed for Controversial Rapper Kanye West Due to Safety Issues

Kanye West’s long-awaited India concert just hit another major roadblock. The rapper’s New Delhi show was officially suspended after authorities reportedly raised security concerns tied to the current situation in the city. The concert was scheduled for May 23 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and would have marked Kanye’s first-ever performance in India. Kanye’s May 23

Can Spotify India Win the War Against Free? Latest Disclosures Reveal Surprising Premium Subscriber Gains

Photo Credit: Alexander ShatovSpotify has just revealed a promising milestone in India by successfully converting a substantial amount free users into paying subscribers. The...

India explores FTA full use with Norway, sets up fast-track investment system with Austria

Synopsis India and Norway are enhancing cooperation in energy, maritime, and biotech sectors. Norway sees growing investment interest in India. Meanwhile, India and Austria have launched a Fast-Track Mechanism to facilitate investments and resolve issues. This initiative aims to expand bilateral trade and leverage industrial complementarities. Both nations are prioritizing sustainable development and green technologies

With 1.4bn people, India puts technological fluency at heart of education

Generative artificial intelligence has begun to take over human thinking in many ways, presenting challenges to how the intellect is cultivated and used. Despite the collective wisdom of people, divisions and conflict continue around the world, raising the question: What skills and capabilities are needed for human beings to navigate the future? In a series

YouTube India Positions Connected TV as New Prime-Time Screen, Unveils Three-Lever Strategy for M&E Partners at APOS

Connected TV has become YouTube‘s fastest-growing screen in India, reaching more than 75 million adults, as the platform pushes deeper into living-room viewing and signals a structural shift in how it partners with the country’s media and entertainment sector. Gunjan Soni, country managing director of YouTube India, made the remarks at the APOS conference in

India outclass Pakistan by 64 runs to open Women’s T20 World Cup in style

Home Sports News India outclass Pakistan by 64 runs to open Women’s T20 World Cup in style All-rounder Deepti Sharma starred with a five-wicket haul, as Pakistan were bundled out for 106, whilst chasing 171 against the Women in Blue. By Tarkesh Jha  June 14, 2026, 10:53:46 PM IST (Updated) India defeated Pakistan by 64

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Plateau among biggest beneficiaries of FG’s $750m renewable energy programme – Mutfwang

Flags off 1.5MW solar mini-grid, says state’ll become power exporter in two years. By Golok Nanmwa JOS –  Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, on Tuesday declared that Plateau had emerged as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the Federal Government’s 750-million-dollar renewable energy programme, disclosing that about 10 interconnected solar mini-grid projects would be implemented

Egypt to launch sovereign industrial, African investment funds to drive economic growth

Egypt will launch a sovereign-led industrial investment fund to enhance manufacturing capabilities and boost exports, alongside a separate fund targeting private sector investments in Africa, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid announced on Tuesday. During a meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Farid outlined the proposed investment structure for the industrial fund, which

Power minister courts local, foreign investors to boost industrial growth

The federal government has called on local and international investors to deepen their investments in Nigeria’s power sector to support economic and industrial growth. The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, made the call in a keynote address delivered at the Project Hoover Series II Investor Forum in Abuja on Tuesday. Mr Tegbe said reliable electricity

Hyperscale Data Buys More Bitcoin, Bridging Holdings to Over $72 million

Hyperscale Data, Inc. has announced that it’s upped its Bitcoin holdings to over 1,000 digital coins.  The New York Stock Exchange-listed company said Tuesday that it had over 1,087.4527 BTC as of Sunday — or $72.4 million based on today’s prices. The holdings are split across the company’s wholly owned subsidiaries, Sentinum, Inc. and Ault

Deals in brief: Ant International raises Series A funding, Granite-Integral backs Berlin-based Omio, 13 China investments, and more

News Written by Sudo Lim Published on 21 Jul 2026  8 mins read Ant International raises USD 1.2 billion in Series A funding Ant International, an independent subsidiary of Chinese financial technology company Ant Group, has raised about USD 1.2 billion in Series A equity financing. Ant Group, Alibaba Group, and other unnamed international investors backed the round.