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Major Illegal Opium Cultivation Bust in Central India; One Arrested, Two Suspects at Large

Raigarh, India —  Police in Raigarh have uncovered a large-scale illegal opium cultivation operation in a remote village, seizing narcotics valued at over ₹2.05 crore (approximately $250,000 USD). The operation, carried out in Amaghat village under Tamnar police jurisdiction, has led to the arrest of one suspect, while two others remain on the run. According … Read more

AC Maintenance Checklist 2026: How Simple Upkeep Can Prevent Breakdowns and Cut Energy Bills

New Delhi:—  As temperatures begin to climb across India, air conditioners are becoming essential household appliances. However, experts warn that many cooling systems fail during peak summer due to poor maintenance—an issue that can largely be avoided with simple, regular care. According to industry estimates, routine servicing and basic upkeep can extend an air conditioner’s … Read more

Vilas Sopan Wadekar Given Additional Charge as Projects Director at MRVC

New Delhi : The Government of India has assigned additional responsibilities to senior railway executive Vilas Sopan Wadekar, who will now also serve as Director (Project) at Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation Limited (MRVC), alongside his current role as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD). The decision, approved by the Ministry of Railways, will take effect on … Read more

B. Mugunthan Appointed Finance Director at DFCCIL in Key Government Move

New Delhi : The Government of India has appointed senior railway finance officer B. Mugunthan as Director (Finance) at Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL), reinforcing leadership at one of the country’s most critical infrastructure organizations. The appointment, approved by the Ministry of Railways, comes into effect immediately upon his assumption of charge … Read more

Senior Indian Railways Officer Ravi Prakash Chaturvedi Permanently Joins CONCOR with Government Approval

New Delhi : The Government of India has approved the permanent transfer of senior railway officer Ravi Prakash Chaturvedi to Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR), marking a key administrative move within India’s public sector logistics and transport ecosystem. The approval, granted under the authority of the President of India through the Ministry of Railways, … Read more

Crude Oil Shock in March 2026: India’s Oil Basket Hits $156 — Energy Stocks Split as Crisis Deepens

New Delhi : A sharp spike in global crude oil prices driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East has sent India’s oil benchmark soaring, creating a stark divide among the country’s state-run energy companies and raising broader economic concerns. According to data from India’s oil planning body, Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC), the … Read more

SBI FD Returns 2026: How Much $2,400 (₹2 Lakh) Grows in 5 Years — Full Breakdown

New Delhi:—  India’s largest public-sector lender, State Bank of India (SBI), continues to offer stable fixed deposit (FD) returns for retail investors, with no change in rates for deposits under ₹3 crore since December 15, 2025. For individuals looking for safe, predictable growth, a 5-year SBI FD remains a popular choice in 2026. 📊 Key … Read more