Day: August 14, 2026

BSF’s ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ Campaign Reaches Interior Abujhmaad, Marking a New Chapter of Trust and National Integration

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Narayanpur, : In a significant initiative ahead of Independence Day, the Border Security Force (BSF) conducted the “Har Ghar Tiranga” campaign in the deep interior areas of Abujhmaad in Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh. The campaign was carried out by troops of 129 Battalion BSF, under Sector Headquarters BSF Raipur, with the objective of strengthening national … Read more

NMDC Steel Q1 FY27 Results: Profit Nearly Doubles to ₹50.51 Crore, Revenue Rises 8.8%

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New Delhi : NMDC Steel Limited has reported a strong improvement in profitability for the April–June 2026 quarter (Q1 FY2026-27). The company’s profit after tax (PAT) increased by nearly 98% year-on-year to ₹50.51 crore, compared with ₹25.56 crore in Q1 FY2025-26. Revenue from operations also increased 8.8% to ₹3,661.84 crore, indicating higher business activity during … Read more

Cochin Shipyard Q1 FY27: Consolidated Profit Falls 19.4% to ₹1,514 Crore, Ship Repair Remains Key Profit Driver

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Kochi, August 14, 2026: Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has announced its financial results for the first quarter of FY2026-27 (Q1 FY27). The company reported a 19.4% year-on-year decline in consolidated profit after tax (PAT), while revenue from operations remained broadly stable. CSL, a Government of India company under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, … Read more

NALCO Appoints Shri Neeraj as Part-Time Non-Official Independent Director

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New Delhi: National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has announced the appointment of Shri Neeraj as a Part-Time Non-Official (Independent) Director on its Board. The appointment has been made by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, through an official order dated August 14, 2026. Appointment Details According to NALCO’s stock exchange disclosure, the Ministry of … Read more

PNB to Hold EGM on September 25 to Elect Shareholder Director

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New Delhi: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced that it will convene an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on September 25, 2026, to elect one director from among the bank’s shareholders, other than the Central Government. The bank informed the stock exchanges about the proposed EGM through an official disclosure dated August 14, 2026. EGM Details … Read more

SECL Headquarters Hosts Grand Tiranga Rally Under Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign

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Bilaspur, August 14, 2026: As part of the Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign, a grand Tiranga Rally was organised on August 14, 2026, at Vasant Vihar Colony, SECL Headquarters. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of officers and employees, who came together to promote the values of patriotism, national unity and integrity. The … Read more

Once a Naxal Stronghold, Chintagufa Witnesses a New Era of Trust and Development

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Sukma, Chhattisgarh: Once known as a stronghold of Naxal influence and violence, the Chintagufa region of Sukma district is now witnessing a gradual transformation. Areas that were earlier marked by fear, insecurity and limited access to government services are increasingly seeing a stronger presence of the police, administration and development initiatives. Taking this change forward, … Read more

CM Vijay’s First Independence Day Flag-Hoisting Under Five-Tier Security Cover

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Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to hoist the national flag for the first time at Fort St George on Saturday, August 15, marking the 80th Independence Day. The event will take place under a five-tier security arrangement across Fort St George and surrounding areas. The extensive security deployment has been … Read more

Vettri Conclave: TRB Rajaa Questions 97 MoUs, Claims Majority of Investments Linked to Earlier DMK Initiatives

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Chennai: Former Tamil Nadu Industries Minister TRB Rajaa has questioned the transparency surrounding the 97 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) announced at the state’s latest Vettri investment conclave. Rajaa alleged that a large portion of the investment commitments presented at the event were either expansions by existing companies or proposals that had already been initiated during … Read more

Mining Reforms, Federalism, Caregiving and Better Governance

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Mining Reforms: Investment vs States’ Rights India needs a predictable regulatory environment to attract investment in mining, particularly as the country seeks to secure critical and strategic minerals. However, the editorial argues that recent amendments to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (MMDR Act) may have gone too far in favour of investors. … Read more

NITI Aayog’s Manufacturing Strategy: Clusters, Lower Costs and Scale

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New Delhi: NITI Aayog has recommended cluster-based manufacturing, integrated industrial parks, shared infrastructure and lower production costs as key strategies to make India a global manufacturing hub by 2047. The first volume of its study, “Key Sectors to Position India as a Global Manufacturing Hub,” focuses on four sectors: chemicals, textiles, telecommunications and network equipment, … Read more

Google Launches Gemini 3.7 Flash AI Model for Coding and Autonomous Workflows

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Google has launched Gemini 3.7 Flash, its latest artificial intelligence model aimed at software development, coding and autonomous business workflows. The new model is positioned as a lower-cost AI option for businesses that want AI agents capable of planning tasks, using software tools and completing complex, multi-step operations with less human intervention. The launch comes … Read more