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Day: August 5, 2026

Chhattisgarh Approves First-Ever BEML Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Plant in Mungeli; 79.70 Acres of Land Allocated

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Mungeli, Chhattisgarh: In a landmark move aimed at accelerating industrial development in Chhattisgarh, the State Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, has approved the allocation of 79.70 acres of government land at a concessional rate for the establishment of a BEML (Bharat Earth Movers Limited) Heavy Earth Moving Equipment Manufacturing Plant … Read more

Former Pakistan Minister Rukhsar Ahmed Wins PoK Election While on UK Police Bail in Child Sexual Abuse Investigation

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Islamabad / Mirpur (Pakistan-occupied Kashmir) |: Rukhsar Ahmed, a former Pakistani state minister and senior leader of the Pakistan Muslim League–Nawaz (PML-N), has reportedly won a seat in the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) elections while remaining on police bail in the United Kingdom in connection with an ongoing investigation into rape, child sexual abuse, and child … Read more

Mark Zuckerberg Apologises to Indian Authorities Over CSAM, Deepfake Content and Platform Lapses: Sources

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New Delhi |: Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has reportedly apologised to the Government of India and a Parliamentary panel over concerns related to the presence of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), deepfake content, and operational shortcomings on the company’s social media platforms. The development comes amid heightened scrutiny of digital platforms over content moderation and … Read more

BSP Organises ‘Mission Lakshmi’ Health Camp to Promote Preventive Healthcare Among Women Contract Workers

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Bhilai, Chhattisgarh | In a significant initiative aimed at promoting women’s health, preventive healthcare, nutrition, and hygiene awareness, Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP), through its Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital and Research Centre (JLNHRC) in collaboration with the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Department, organised a one-day health screening camp under the Mission Lakshmi programme at the Bhilai Medical … Read more

SAIL-Bhilai to Host Three-Day Solo Photography Exhibition by Young Photographer Himanshu Verma

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Bhilai, Chhattisgarh |: The Public Relations Department of SAIL-Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) is set to organize a three-day solo photography exhibition showcasing the remarkable works of young photographer Himanshu Verma. The exhibition will be held at the Nehru Art Gallery, Indira Place, Civic Centre, Bhilai, from August 6 to August 8, 2026, offering visitors an … Read more

Rubrik Launches ‘Agent Identity’ to Strengthen Security and Governance of Enterprise AI Agents

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New Delhi |: Rubrik (NYSE: RBRK), a global leader in cyber resilience, data protection, and AI operations, has unveiled Rubrik Agent Identity, an advanced AI-powered security solution designed to help enterprises securely manage, monitor, and control the growing number of autonomous AI agents operating across corporate environments. The new solution, introduced as part of the … Read more

Government Introduces Bill That Could Allow Merchant Charges on High-Value UPI Payments; No Immediate Impact on Users

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New Delhi |: The Central Government has introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in Parliament, paving the way for the possible introduction of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in the future. However, the government has clarified that no charges have been imposed at present, and UPI … Read more

Infosys Expands Multi-Year AI Partnership with Finland’s Metsä Group to Transform Global IT Operations

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Bengaluru |: Infosys, a global leader in AI-first digital services and consulting, has announced a significant expansion of its long-standing multi-year partnership with Finland-based Metsä Group, one of the world’s leading forest industry companies. The enhanced collaboration aims to modernize Metsä Group’s global IT operations through Artificial Intelligence (AI), creating a more intelligent, unified, and … Read more

JSW Energy Subsidiary Secures ‘IND A/Stable’ Rating for Additional Bank Loans; Existing Credit Rating Reaffirmed

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Mumbai |: JSW Energy Limited has announced that India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has assigned an ‘IND A/Stable’ credit rating to the additional bank loan facilities of its step-down subsidiary, JSW Renewable Energy (Cement) Limited. The development reflects continued confidence in the subsidiary’s financial strength and its ability to meet debt obligations while supporting its … Read more

India Set to Introduce First Polymer Currency Notes by April 2027; RBI to Pilot ₹10 and ₹20 Plastic Notes

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New Delhi |: India is preparing to introduce its first-ever polymer (plastic) currency notes, with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) targeting a rollout from April 2027, subject to the successful completion of field trials. The announcement was made by RBI Governor Shri Sanjay Malhotra following the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held on August … Read more

NHPC Reports Strong Q1 FY2026–27 Performance; Revenue Jumps 18.5%, Net Profit Rises as Subansiri Lower Project Boosts Growth

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New Delhi |: NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower public sector enterprise, has announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of Financial Year 2026–27 (Q1 FY27), reporting strong growth in revenue, operating performance, and profitability. The company attributed its improved performance to higher power generation and the contribution from newly commissioned capacity, particularly the … Read more

MECL Assigns Additional HOD Responsibilities to Two Senior Officers to Strengthen Exploration Operations

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Nagpur, Maharashtra |: Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) has entrusted additional Head of Department (HOD) responsibilities to two of its distinguished senior officers as part of its continued efforts to strengthen mineral exploration, energy mineral initiatives, and operational excellence. The appointments reflect the company’s confidence in the leadership, technical expertise, and experience of the … Read more

SECL Reviews Operational Performance at General Managers’ Coordination Meeting; CMD Harish Duhan Launches PPO/Jeevan Pramaan Patra Portal

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Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh |: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) conducted its General Managers’ Coordination Meeting at the SECL Headquarters in Bilaspur on August 4, 2026, where senior management carried out a comprehensive review of the company’s operational performance and future strategy. The meeting also marked the launch of the PPO/Jeevan Pramaan Patra Portal, a major digital … Read more

ECL Honours Top-Performing Areas for Operational Excellence in Q1 FY 2026–27; Sodepur Area Emerges as Double Winner

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Asansol, West Bengal |: Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) recognized its best-performing operational units for their outstanding achievements during the First Quarter (Q1) of Financial Year 2026–27 at the General Managers’ Coordination Meeting held on August 4, 2026, at the company’s headquarters. The event celebrated the exceptional performance of various mining areas that demonstrated excellence in … Read more

Coal India Chairman Highlights Sustainable Mine Closure and Future Opportunities at National Roundtable in New Delhi

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New Delhi |: Reinforcing Coal India Limited’s (CIL) commitment to sustainable mining, scientific mine closure, and environmental restoration, Chairman B. Sairam participated in a high-level roundtable discussion on the theme “Beyond Mine Closure: Creating Opportunities for Tomorrow.” The discussion was held on the sidelines of AAROH: Annual Report on Scientific Mine Closure in New Delhi … Read more

Women’s Welfare Society Organizes Grand Collective Rudrabhishek and Shiva Worship During the Holy Month of Sawan

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Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh | August 5, 2026: Marking the sacred occasion of the holy month of Sawan, the Women’s Welfare Society (Mahila Kalyan Samaj) organized a grand Collective Rudrabhishek and Shiva Puja at the Rameshwaram Shiv Temple, located in Indira Vihar Colony, on Monday, August 3. The spiritually enriching event witnessed enthusiastic participation from members of … Read more