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Day: May 4, 2026

India Delivers 4.7 Million LPG Cylinders in a Day, Assures Uninterrupted Supply Amid West Asia Tensions

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New Delhi  — India’s domestic cooking gas supply remains stable despite escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, with the government confirming that nearly 4.7 million LPG cylinders were delivered nationwide in a single day. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the large-scale distribution on Saturday reflects the country’s strong supply chain resilience … Read more

Bilaspur Jewellers’ Leader Turns Street Vendor to Celebrate BJP’s Bengal Victory with “Jhalmuri Fest”

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Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh (India) — In a celebration that blended politics with street culture, Kamal Soni, President of the Chhattisgarh Sarafa (Jewellers) Association, marked the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) victory in West Bengal in a uniquely local style—by personally serving jhalmuri, a popular Bengali street snack, to citizens and party workers. The event, held in Bilaspur, … Read more

Auto Driver Vijay Dhamu Pulls Off Stunning Election Victory in Tamil Nadu

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Chennai, India: In a remarkable and unexpected outcome from the latest Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, an auto-rickshaw driver has emerged as one of the biggest success stories. Vijay Dhamu, a first-time candidate, secured a decisive victory from the Royapuram constituency, defeating seasoned political heavyweights. Dhamu contested on a ticket from the political party founded by … Read more

POWERGRID Opens Officer Trainee (Company Secretary) Role for ST Candidates; Applications Close May 19

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New Delhi, : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has launched a Special Recruitment Drive for the post of Officer Trainee (Company Secretary) exclusively for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates. The application window is open until May 19, 2026, and candidates must apply online through the company’s official careers portal. Operating under the Ministry of … Read more

Sangeeta Sinha Appointed Acting President of Chhattisgarh Mahila Congress

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Raipur : In a key organizational move, the Indian National Congress has appointed Sangeeta Sinha as the Acting State President of its women’s wing in Chhattisgarh, bringing an end to a prolonged wait for leadership clarity within the unit. Ms. Sinha, who represents the Sanjari-Balod विधानसभा constituency in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly, has been entrusted … Read more

Five Massive Portal Beams Installed Over Active Railway Tracks in 22 Days for Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

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Ahmedabad : In a major engineering breakthrough for India’s high-speed rail ambitions, five massive portal beams—each weighing up to 1,360 metric tons—have been successfully installed over active railway tracks in Ahmedabad within just 22 days for the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor. The complex operation was carried out over the busy Indian Railways network along … Read more

Ajay Verma Assumes Charge as Executive Director (VPHEP) at THDC India Limited

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New Delhi : Ajay Verma has assumed charge as Executive Director (VPHEP) at THDC India Limited (THDCIL) effective May 1, 2026, marking a significant leadership elevation within the organization. His promotion follows the recommendation of the Departmental Promotion Committee, elevating him from the position of Chief General Manager (E8) to Executive Director (E9). Strong Technical … Read more

Praveer Kumar Srivastava Assumes Charge as Managing Director of Mahanagar Gas Limited

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Mumbai : Praveer Kumar Srivastava has officially taken over as the Managing Director of Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL), effective April 30, 2026, marking a key leadership transition at one of India’s leading city gas distribution companies. Extensive Industry Experience Mr. Srivastava brings more than three decades of diverse experience from GAIL India Limited (GAIL), where … Read more

Dr. Veena Kumari Dermal Appointed Part-Time Official Director on NALCO Board

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Bhubaneswar : State-owned aluminium producer National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has announced the appointment of Dr. Veena Kumari Dermal as a Part-time Official Director on its Board, with immediate effect. The appointment was made through an order dated May 4, 2026, issued by the Ministry of Mines, in accordance with the SEBI Listing Obligations and … Read more

Kulveer Singh Yadav Appointed Government Nominee Director on Hindustan Copper Board

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New Delhi : State-owned mining company Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has announced the appointment of Kulveer Singh Yadav as a Part-time Official (Government Nominee) Director on its Board, effective immediately. The appointment was communicated by the Ministry of Mines through an official order dated May 4, 2026, in line with the disclosure requirements under the … Read more

Government Nominee Director Vinod Kumar Steps Down from RITES Board Following Defence Ministry Appointment

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New Delhi : RITES Limited has officially announced that Vinod Kumar has ceased to serve as Government Nominee Director on its Board, effective May 4, 2026. The development was disclosed to both the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) and BSE Limited in compliance with regulatory requirements. Regulatory Disclosure The company confirmed that the update … Read more

SECL Reviews FY26 Performance, Sets Strategic Roadmap for FY27 at Bilaspur Steering Committee Meeting

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New Delhi/Bilaspur, India — : South Eastern Coalfields Limited, one of India’s largest coal-producing companies, convened its Steering Committee meeting at its headquarters in Bilaspur to review performance for fiscal year 2025–26 and outline strategic priorities for FY 2026–27. The meeting brought together senior management, functional directors, and representatives from major labor unions, reflecting the … Read more

Cochin Shipyard Appoints Riya Mathew as Head of Internal Audit Following Leadership Transition

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Kochi, India — : Cochin Shipyard Limited, one of India’s leading state-owned shipbuilding and maintenance firms, has announced the appointment of Riya Mathew as its new Head of Internal Audit, effective May 2, 2026. The move follows the retirement of Mary Ranjit Abraham, marking a key leadership transition within the company’s finance and compliance division. … Read more

RBI Governor Highlights Resilience and Resurgence of India’s Financial Markets

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Amsterdam — : Sanjay Malhotra, Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, underscored the strength and adaptability of India’s economy and financial system during a keynote address at the 25th FIMMDA–PDAI Annual Conference in Amsterdam. His speech, titled “Indian Financial Markets – Resilience and Resurgence,” outlined India’s economic performance amid global uncertainty and detailed ongoing … Read more

Chennai Moves Closer to Unified Rail Network as Metro–MRTS Merger Advances

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Chennai, India — : A long-anticipated overhaul of Chennai’s urban transit system is nearing reality as Southern Railway has forwarded a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to the Railway Board for final approval. The agreement would pave the way for Chennai Metro Rail Limited to take over operations of the city’s Mass Rapid Transit System … Read more