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Month: July 2026

Acting Commissioner’s Surprise Inspection Finds Seven Absent Employees at Dhamtari Municipal Corporation, Show-Cause Notices Issued

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Dhamtari, India — In a surprise inspection conducted on Friday, Acting Municipal Commissioner P.C. Sarva visited various departments of the Dhamtari Municipal Corporation without prior notice to assess employee attendance, administrative efficiency, and the quality of public services. During the inspection, seven employees were found absent from duty, including two clerks, one office attendant, and … Read more

Mass Protest Erupts in Baikunthpur Over Teen Student’s Death; Demonstrators Demand Justice and Strict Action

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Baikunthpur, Chhattisgarh: Public outrage intensified in Baikunthpur on Thursday following the alleged suicide of a 17-year-old student, as hundreds of women, local residents, and social organizations staged a large-scale protest demanding swift justice and strict legal action against those accused in the case. The protesters organized a road blockade (chakka jam), disrupting traffic while raising … Read more

Israeli Strikes Continue in Gaza Despite Ceasefire; Six Reported Killed as Regional Tensions Escalate

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Gaza, Palestinian Territories: Israeli military strikes reportedly continued across Gaza on Thursday, with six people killed, according to Gaza’s Civil Defense Agency and local health officials. The latest attacks come despite an ongoing ceasefire that was brokered through U.S.-led mediation, raising fresh concerns about the stability of the truce. According to the Gaza Civil Defense … Read more

HCLFoundation Partners with Uttar Pradesh Government to Expand Tech-Driven Urban Waste Management Across Three Cities

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NOIDA & LUCKNOW, India — HCLFoundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of HCLTech, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Urban Development Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, marking a significant step toward strengthening urban sanitation, sustainable waste management, and smart city development across the state. The partnership aims to accelerate the objectives of … Read more

Hit Horror Film ‘Obsession’ Arrives on OTT, But There’s a Major Streaming Catch

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After becoming one of the biggest horror blockbusters of 2026, “Obsession” has officially made its digital streaming debut. Following an impressive theatrical run that shattered box office expectations, the film is now available on Prime Video and Apple TV. However, there is an important OTT twist that viewers should know before planning their watch. Low-Budget … Read more

POWERGRID Secures New Interstate Transmission Project Under Competitive Bidding to Strengthen India’s Power Grid

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New Delhi : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has achieved another significant milestone by emerging as the successful bidder for a new Interstate Transmission System (ISTS) project under the Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) route. The company received the Letter of Intent (LoI) on July 9, 2026, further reinforcing its leadership in India’s rapidly … Read more

NTPC Mining Limited Secures Major Safety Milestone as Three Coal Mines Earn Prestigious 5-Star Rating

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New Delhi : NTPC Mining Limited (NML) has achieved a remarkable milestone in mine safety and operational excellence, with three of its coal mines receiving the prestigious 5-Star Rating in the Star Rating of Open Cast (OC) Coal Mines for FY 2024–25. The annual assessment is conducted by the Office of the Coal Controller (CCO) … Read more

SCOPE and IISD Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate India’s Sustainable Energy Transition

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New Delhi : In a significant move to strengthen India’s clean energy transition and promote sustainable development, the Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE) and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) have signed a Strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at supporting Indian Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in achieving their climate resilience and low-carbon … Read more

Five SECL Mines Earn Prestigious 5-Star Rating, Marking Record Achievement in Responsible Coal Mining

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Bilaspur, India |: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has achieved a major milestone after five of its coal mines were awarded the prestigious 5-Star Rating under the Ministry of Coal’s Star Rating Assessment for the 2024–25 financial year. The recognition represents the highest number of SECL mines ever to receive the top rating in a … Read more

Netmarble Unveils New Trailer for Shangri-La Frontier: The Seven Colossi, Launch Planned for 2026

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Tokyo, Japan – Netmarble and Netmarble Nexus have released a brand-new preview trailer for their highly anticipated mobile RPG, Shangri-La Frontier: The Seven Colossi, giving fans a deeper look at the game’s combat system, story, and anime-inspired world. The latest footage was showcased during the Shangri-La Frontier Day 2026 presentation, building excitement ahead of the … Read more

Contempt Petition Filed in Chhattisgarh High Court Against Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal, Two IAS Officers Over Alleged Non-Compliance With Rehabilitation Orders

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Sakti, Chhattisgarh |: In a significant legal development, a group of land-displaced families affected by the Vedanta Power Plant in Singhitarai, Sakti district, has filed a Contempt of Court petition before the Chhattisgarh High Court against Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal and three government officials, alleging non-compliance with the High Court’s earlier directions regarding rehabilitation … Read more

SECL Director N. Franklin Jayakumar Recommended by PESB for CMD Post at NCL

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Bilaspur, India |: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has congratulated Shri N. Franklin Jayakumar, Director (Technical) (Operations), on his recommendation by the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) for the prestigious position of Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL). The recommendation was made during the PESB selection meeting held on July 8, 2026. The … Read more

Police Files Closure Report Against Apollo Hospital Management in Fake Cardiologist Case; Criminal Trial Against Accused Doctor Continues

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Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh |: In a major development in the widely discussed fake cardiologist case in Bilaspur, police have completed their investigation and submitted a closure report before the court regarding the role of Apollo Hospital Bilaspur’s management and selection committee, citing a lack of sufficient evidence to establish criminal liability. However, the criminal prosecution against … Read more

Oil Marketing Stocks Slide as Rising Crude Prices and U.S.-Iran Tensions Weigh on Indian Markets

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Mumbai : Indian equity markets opened lower on Wednesday as surging crude oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran triggered broad-based selling across energy, aviation, and auto stocks. Shares of major Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), including Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), and Indian Oil Corporation … Read more

MPERC Chairperson Recruitment 2026: Madhya Pradesh Government Extends Application Deadline to July 21

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Bhopal, July 8: The Government of Madhya Pradesh’s Energy Department has officially extended the last date for submitting applications for the post of Chairperson of the Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC). The revised deadline is now July 21, 2026, providing eligible candidates with additional time to apply for one of the state’s most significant … Read more

Balmer Lawrie Revised Audit Report Flags Suspected Fraud, Internal Control Weaknesses, and Subsidiary Risks

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Kolkata : Balmer Lawrie & Company Limited, a Government of India enterprise, has released a revised Statutory Auditor’s Report for the financial year 2025-26, highlighting several significant concerns that could influence investor sentiment. The revised report, issued by B. Chhawchharia & Co., replaces the earlier audit report dated May 17, 2026, after incorporating observations made … Read more

Government Doubles Cochin Shipyard OFS to 5.04% Stake Following Strong Investor Demand

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New Delhi : In a significant step under its ongoing disinvestment program, the Government of India has expanded its Offer for Sale (OFS) in Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) by exercising the oversubscription option, doubling the issue size from 2.52% to 5.04% of the company’s paid-up equity share capital. According to an official stock exchange filing … Read more

Medicinal Plants Disappearing from Forests as Middlemen Threaten Herbal Resources, Traditional Healers Raise Concerns at Kanker Conference

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KANKER, Chhattisgarh: The growing scarcity of medicinal plants in forests and the unchecked activities of middlemen have emerged as major concerns for traditional healers in Chhattisgarh. These issues were extensively discussed during a District-Level Vaidya (Traditional Healers) Conference organized at the Timber Depot Auction Hall in Singarbhat, Kanker, under the guidance of the Chhattisgarh Tribal … Read more

Fake Mangalsutra Distribution Under Chhattisgarh Marriage Scheme Set to Spark Political Storm in Monsoon Assembly Session

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Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur (MCB), Chhattisgarh — A controversy surrounding the alleged distribution of imitation (gilt) mangalsutras instead of silver mangalsutras under the Chief Minister’s Kanya Vivah Yojana has intensified in Chhattisgarh, with the Indian National Congress preparing to raise the issue during the Monsoon Session of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly, beginning July 13. The opposition has accused … Read more

Gujarat High Court Upholds Death Sentences for 38 Convicts in 2008 Ahmedabad Serial Blasts Case

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Ahmedabad, India — In a landmark judgment, the Gujarat High Court has upheld the death penalty for 38 convicts and life imprisonment for 11 others in connection with the 2008 Ahmedabad serial bomb blasts, affirming the verdict delivered by a special trial court in February 2022. The High Court was hearing appeals filed by the … Read more

India’s Amarya Bajaj Wins Dutch Junior Open U-13 Squash Title, Continues Remarkable Rise on International Stage

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Amsterdam |: India’s young squash sensation Amarya Bajaj delivered another outstanding international performance by winning the Dutch Junior Open 2026 Boys’ Under-13 title, defeating England’s Daniel Stevenson 3-1 in the championship match. The victory marks another major milestone for one of India’s brightest emerging squash talents. The triumph comes just weeks after Bajaj secured a … Read more

EPFO to Credit 8.25% Interest Soon for Nearly 80 Million Members; PF Balance Checks to Become Faster After System Upgrade

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Hyderabad |: In a major relief for nearly 80 million Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) subscribers across India, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has begun the process of crediting 8.25% annual interest on Provident Fund deposits for Financial Year 2025–26 after receiving final approval from the Government of India. The EPFO has instructed all of … Read more

Xbox Announces Major Restructuring; 3,200 Jobs to Be Eliminated by FY2027 as Microsoft Expands Cost-Cutting Efforts

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Hyderabad : Microsoft’s Xbox division has unveiled one of the most significant restructuring initiatives in its history, announcing plans to eliminate 3,200 jobs by the end of Fiscal Year 2027. As part of the first phase, approximately 1,600 employees will be laid off immediately, with another 1,600 positions expected to be cut later as the … Read more

Heavy Rain Causes Waterlogging in Dhamtari; Mayor Ramu Rohra Orders Immediate Action

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DHAMTARI, Chhattisgarh: Continuous heavy rainfall over the past two days has led to waterlogging in several low-lying areas of Dhamtari, disrupting normal life and raising concerns among residents. In response, Mayor Ramu Rohra personally inspected the affected locations, reviewed the city’s drainage system, and directed municipal officials to take immediate corrective measures. Despite the flooding … Read more