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REC Limited Strengthens Board with Appointment of Two Independent Directors

New Delhi, : REC Limited, a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise (PSE) under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has announced the appointment of Dr. Anil Kumar Gupta and Dr. Kanchiappan Ghayathri Devi as Part-time Non-Official (Independent) Directors on its Board. The appointments were made following an official order issued by the Ministry of Power … Read more

Sensex Slides Nearly 600 Points in Under an Hour as Global Market Weakness Weighs on Indian Stocks

Mumbai, India |India’s benchmark BSE Sensex tumbled nearly 600 points in just 50 minutes during Tuesday’s trading session, reflecting growing investor concerns over global market weakness and persistent foreign fund outflows. The Sensex dropped to an intraday low of 76,501.52 at around 12:25 p.m., with selling pressure seen across several sectors, including banking, information technology, … Read more

Pune Industrialist’s Son Allegedly Murdered at Lohagad Fort; Fiancée and Her Alleged Lover Arrested

Pune, India | In a shocking development, Pune Police have arrested the fiancée of a prominent industrialist’s son, Ketan Agarwal, along with her alleged lover, in connection with his death at Lohagad Fort. Investigators now believe what was initially reported as a tragic accident was actually a premeditated murder. According to police, Ketan Agarwal, the … Read more

India Rejects Pakistan’s Claims Over Violence in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, Blames Islamabad’s Internal Policies

New Delhi | India has strongly rejected allegations made by Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, who accused New Delhi of being responsible for the recent violence in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Indian government described the accusations as “baseless, misleading, and an attempt to divert attention from Pakistan’s internal failures.” In an official response, India’s Ministry … Read more

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Three-Nation Indo-Pacific Tour Expected to Strengthen India’s Strategic Influence

NEW DELHI, India — Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a three-country diplomatic tour next month, visiting Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand in a move widely viewed by strategic experts as a significant step toward strengthening India’s role in the Indo-Pacific region. The visit comes at a time of growing geopolitical competition, … Read more

Chhattisgarh Cabinet Approves ₹4,000 Crore Rural Employment Program and Green Energy Policy

RAIPUR, India — The Chhattisgarh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, has approved a series of major policy initiatives aimed at boosting rural employment, economic development, and green energy. The decisions include a new ₹4,000 crore Rural Employment Guarantee Program, the launch of the Atal Aajeevika Samriddhi Haat Scheme, and the state’s first … Read more

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay Delivers Fiery Assembly Speech, Targets Former DMK Government

CHENNAI, India — Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay delivered a high-energy speech during the final day of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly session on Tuesday, drawing widespread attention for his sharp criticism of the previous Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government and his signature cinematic style. Before concluding his nearly 45-minute address, Chief Minister … Read more

IRCTC Chairman and Managing Director Sanjay Kumar Jain to Step Down on July 20, 2026

NEW DELHI, India — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) has announced that its Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), Sanjay Kumar Jain, will officially resign from his position effective July 20, 2026, following approval from the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. The announcement was made through a regulatory filing submitted to the … Read more

GRSE Emerges Lowest Bidder for ₹40 Crore Electric Tug Contract at Kolkata Port

NEW DELHI, India — Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) has emerged as the Lowest Bidder (L1) for a contract valued at approximately ₹40 crore to design, build, and deliver a 15-Ton Electric Bollard Pull Tug for Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK). The development marks another significant milestone in the state-owned shipbuilder’s expanding … Read more

POWERGRID to Consider FY2026–27 Debenture Issuance Plan Through Private Placement

NEW DELHI, India — Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has announced that its Committee of Directors for Bonds will meet on June 26, 2026, to consider and approve the General Information Document (GID) for the proposed issuance of debentures during the Financial Year 2026–27. The announcement was made through a regulatory filing submitted … Read more

Coal India Launches Dedicated R&D Website to Drive Innovation in Mining and Sustainable Energy

KOLKATA, India — Coal India Limited (CIL), the country’s largest coal producer, has launched a dedicated website for its Research and Development (R&D) activities, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, technology, and sustainable growth in the mining and energy sectors. The new digital platform was officially inaugurated by Director (Technical) Achyut Ghatak at Coal India’s Corporate … Read more

NTPC Commissions 800 MW Unit at Patratu, Expands Installed Capacity to 90,857 MW

NEW DELHI, India — NTPC Limited, India’s largest state-owned power generation company, has announced the commercial operation of Unit-2 of the Patratu Super Thermal Power Project (STPP) Phase-1 in Jharkhand, marking another major milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen its electricity infrastructure. The newly commissioned 800 MW generating unit is owned by Patratu Vidyut … Read more

Hindustan Zinc’s Rajpura Dariba and Kayad Mines Earn Silver GreenCo Recognition for Sustainable Mining

UDAIPUR, India — Hindustan Zinc Limited, India’s leading integrated zinc producer, has achieved another significant milestone in its sustainability journey after its Rajpura Dariba Mine and Kayad Mine received Certificates of Recognition from the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) for earning the prestigious Silver GreenCo Rating. The recognition was awarded under the Confederation of … Read more

Hardeep Singh Puri Visits Historic Digboi Refinery Museum, Celebrates India’s First Commercial Oil Discovery

New Delhi, : Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri visited the Digboi Centenary Museum in Assam, highlighting the historic significance of Digboi Refinery, the site of India’s first commercial oil discovery and one of the world’s oldest continuously operating oil refineries. During his visit, the minister described Digboi as the birthplace … Read more

Manappuram Finance Announces Senior Management Restructuring, Effective June 23

KOCHI, India  — Manappuram Finance Limited, one of India’s leading non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), has announced changes to its senior management structure, effective June 23, 2026, as part of an internal reporting realignment aimed at strengthening organizational efficiency. The company informed the stock exchanges that Manikandan T.G., Head of the Information Technology (IT) Department, and … Read more

Rajya Sabha Chairman Administers Oath to Re-Elected MP Neeraj Dangi in Parliament

New Delhi : Rajya Sabha Chairman Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday administered the Oath of Office to Shri Neeraj Dangi, who was recently re-elected to the Rajya Sabha from the state of Rajasthan. The oath-taking ceremony was held at Parliament House, New Delhi, in the presence of senior constitutional authorities, Union Ministers, Members of Parliament, … Read more

NHPC Launches ‘SPANDAN’ Real-Time Seismic Data Center to Strengthen Dam Safety and Earthquake Monitoring

Faridabad, June 22, 2026: NHPC Limited, India’s leading hydropower company, has officially inaugurated SPANDAN, a state-of-the-art centralized real-time seismic data monitoring center designed to enhance dam safety, earthquake surveillance, and the operational reliability of its hydroelectric projects across the country. The facility was inaugurated by Shri Bhupender Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of NHPC, … Read more

JSW Infrastructure Launches QIP at ₹290.35 Floor Price to Raise Institutional Capital

Mumbai, June 22, 2026: JSW Infrastructure Limited has officially launched its Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) of equity shares, setting a floor price of ₹290.35 per share in accordance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements (ICDR) Regulations, 2018. The capital-raising initiative opened on June 22, 2026, following … Read more

Hindustan Copper’s Salil Kumar Nag Recommended by PESB for Director (Technical) Position at UCIL

New Delhi: In a significant development for India’s public sector mining industry, Salil Kumar Nag, currently serving as General Manager at Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), has been recommended for appointment as Director (Technical) at Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL) by the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB). The recommendation was made following a selection meeting … Read more

BREAKING: Mungeli Municipality Launches Major Flood Protection Work on Agar River Following Young Councillor’s Demand

Mungeli, Chhattisgarh: In a significant step toward flood prevention and public safety, the Mungeli Municipal Council has initiated work to reduce the risk of flooding along the Agar River. The decision comes after a young municipal councillor strongly urged the civic administration to take immediate action to protect nearby residential areas from potential flood damage. … Read more

Rotary District 3261 Announces Key Leadership Appointments: Shaili Named District Secretary for Chhattisgarh, Pradeep Govind Shitoot Appointed Assistant Governor

Raipur, India |In a significant leadership announcement, Rotary District 3261 has appointed Shaili as the new District Secretary for Chhattisgarh, while Pradeep Govind Shitoot has been entrusted with the important responsibility of Assistant Governor. The appointments are expected to strengthen the district’s leadership and further enhance Rotary’s community service initiatives across the region. The announcement … Read more

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Announces Resignation, Says Every Decision Was Made “Putting the Country First”

London, United Kingdom |United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation in an emotional statement delivered outside 10 Downing Street, bringing an end to his tenure as the nation’s leader after less than two years in office. The announcement follows mounting political pressure within the governing Labour Party and calls for a change in … Read more

Renowned Sculptor Dr. Rajastapathi Kaliappa Goundar Honored with Padma Shri for Lifetime Contribution to Indian Art

New Delhi, India | Celebrated bronze sculptor Dr. Rajastapathi Kaliappa Goundar has been honored with the prestigious Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian awards, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to traditional sculpture, temple restoration, and cultural heritage preservation. With a distinguished career spanning more than five decades, Dr. Goundar has earned national acclaim … Read more

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath Cuts Short Firozabad Visit Following Major Fire Incident

Lucknow, India |Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath cut short his scheduled visit to Firozabad and returned to Lucknow following a major fire incident that prompted an immediate response from the state government. Soon after receiving information about the blaze, the Chief Minister closely monitored the evolving situation and directed senior officials to ensure a … Read more