August, 2026 - The S Bharat

Industry·Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)

SAIL Durgapur Steel Plant Holds Half-Yearly Rajbhasha Review Meeting and Award Ceremony

Durgapur : The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Durgapur Steel Plant (DSP) successfully organised the half-yearly meeting of the Durgapur Official Language Implementation Committee (NARAKAS) along with a Rajbhasha Award Distribution Ceremony on July 31, 2026. The programme was organised at

August 8, 2026

Chhattisgarh·Raipur

Mukesh Singh Promoted as Deputy Local Editor of The Hitavada

Raipur: Senior journalist Mukesh Singh has been promoted from the position of News Editor to Deputy Local Editor at the reputed newspaper The Hitavada. His promotion marks an important milestone in his journalism career and has been welcomed by members of the

August 8, 2026

Delhi·India

Retirement Planning: Start Preparing for Old Age With Your First Salary

Experts say depending entirely on children after retirement can be risky as families become smaller, living costs rise, and financial responsibilities increase New Delhi: Retirement planning should ideally begin as soon as a person starts earning. Financial experts say that in today’s

August 8, 2026

Delhi·India·Industry·Market

1,200% Dividend: NBFC Sector Company Recommends ₹120 Final Dividend, Record Date August 12

New Delhi : Investors tracking dividend-paying stocks have an important development to watch as Industrial & Prudential Investment Company Limited has recommended a substantial final dividend of ₹120 per equity share for the financial year 2025-26. With each equity share carrying a

August 8, 2026

Chhattisgarh·Education·Raipur

BJP Yuva Morcha Rejects Congress Allegations Over Names of Sub-Inspector Exam Candidates

Raipur: The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) has rejected allegations raised by the Congress regarding the names of candidates appearing in the Chhattisgarh Sub-Inspector examination, calling the claims misleading and an insult to young aspirants. BJYM president Rahul Tikaria, addressing a press

August 8, 2026

Cricket·Sports

IND vs SL: Sai Sudharsan Ruled Out of Sri Lanka Test Series Due to Toe Injury

Colombo : India have suffered another setback ahead of their two-Test series against Sri Lanka, with talented top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan ruled out after failing to recover sufficiently from a big toe injury sustained during the India A tour of Sri

August 8, 2026

Delhi·India

Flipkart Minutes Enters Premium Grocery Segment, Launches Private Label Pykd

New Delhi, August 8, 2026: Flipkart has expanded into the premium and gourmet grocery segment through its quick-commerce platform Minutes, as competition intensifies in India’s rapidly growing quick-commerce market. According to a report by Moneycontrol, Flipkart Minutes has introduced a range of

August 8, 2026

India·Industry·JSW Energy Limited·Mumbai

Sanjay Sagar Joins JSW Energy Board as Additional Director From August 8, 2026

Mumbai : JSW Energy Limited has appointed Mr. Sanjay Sagar (DIN: 00019489) as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) of the company, effective August 8, 2026. The appointment was approved by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on August 8, based

August 8, 2026

Delhi·India·Jindal

Jindal Stainless Dividend: Record Date Fixed for ₹3 Per Equity Share

New Delhi : Jindal Stainless Limited (BSE: 532508 | NSE: JSL) has announced the record date for its proposed final dividend for the financial year 2025-26. The company has fixed Friday, August 21, 2026, as the record date for determining shareholders eligible

August 8, 2026

Industry·NBCC (India) Limited

NBCC Sells 2.34 Lakh Sq Ft Commercial Space for ₹1,236 Crore in Delhi

New Delhi NBCC (India) Limited has successfully concluded the e-auction of approximately 2.34 lakh square feet of commercial built-up space at Bharat Business Park, Sarojini Nagar, New Delhi, generating a total sale value of approximately ₹1,236 crore. The development was disclosed by

August 8, 2026

BEML Land Assets Limited (BLAL)·Industry

BEML Land Assets Appoints Secretarial Auditor for Five-Year Term

Bengaluru, August 8, 2026: BEML Land Assets Limited (BLAL) has appointed MMA & Partners, a practicing company secretarial firm, as its Secretarial Auditor for five consecutive financial years from FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31. The appointment was approved by the company’s Board

August 8, 2026

Bilaspur·Chhattisgarh·SECL

Sakhi Mahila Group Celebrates Sawan Festival with Traditional Fervour and Enthusiasm

Basant Vihar, SECL: The Sakhi Mahila Group, SECL, Narmada Club, Vasant Vihar, celebrated the auspicious Sawan Festival on August 6, 2026, with great enthusiasm, joy and traditional fervour. The celebration brought together women members of the group in a vibrant and festive

August 8, 2026

Banking News·Reserve Bank of India

RBI Tightens Loan Recovery Rules to Protect Borrowers From Harassment

New rules require lenders and recovery agents to follow strict conduct standards, including restrictions on calling hours, use of abusive language and sharing borrowers’ personal information New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced stricter rules governing loan recovery practices

August 8, 2026

Chhattisgarh·Education·Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur

Dilapidated Building, Leaking Roof and No Toilets: 308 Students at Government School in Kachhaud at Risk

Students from Classes 9 to 12 are being forced to study in unsafe conditions as the school struggles with damaged infrastructure and a lack of basic facilities MCB, Chhattisgarh: A government higher secondary school in Kachhaud is facing serious infrastructure problems, putting

August 8, 2026

Balrampur-Ramanujganj·Chhattisgarh·Health

Chhattisgarh Health Minister Visits Ramanujganj, Assures Essential Hospital Facilities Within Two Months

Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal visits the Kanwariya Seva Samiti camp while traveling to Deoghar and reviews healthcare facilities in Ramanujganj Balrampur, Chhattisgarh: Chhattisgarh Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal visited Ramanujganj while traveling to Deoghar to offer prayers at Baba Baidyanath Temple

August 8, 2026

Entertainment·India

Why Ranbir-Yash Starrer ‘Ramayana’ Will Release Overseas Before India; Producer Namit Malhotra Clarifies

The Nitesh Tiwari-directed epic is targeting a Diwali release in India, while international audiences are expected to see the film two days earlier Hyderabad: Fans in India may have to wait two extra days to watch Nitesh Tiwari’s highly anticipated epic Ramayana

August 8, 2026

Tech·Technology

WhatsApp Tests Birthday Feature in India to Support DPDP Act Compliance

Meta is testing a new feature that will allow WhatsApp users in India to add their date of birth, as the company explores privacy-preserving age-verification methods Hyderabad: Meta is testing a new feature for its instant messaging platform WhatsApp that would allow

August 8, 2026

Bijapur·Chhattisgarh·Education

Pamhed Schoolgirls Seek Hostel Facility as Students Walk Up to 20 Km Daily to Attend School

More than two dozen girls from the border region meet the Bijapur Collector and District Education Officer, seeking a permanent hostel for Classes 9 to 12 Bijapur, Chhattisgarh: More than two dozen schoolgirls from the Pamhed area along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border traveled

August 8, 2026

Chhattisgarh·Korba

Lawyers Protest Dilapidated Roads in Korba’s BALCO Area, Give 15-Day Ultimatum

Advocates stage a protest over poor road conditions in the BALCO area; management assures immediate pothole repairs and says major road construction will begin soon. KORBA, Chhattisgarh: Lawyers in Korba district staged a protest on Friday against the deteriorating condition of roads

August 8, 2026

Chhattisgarh·Durg·India

Road Deaths in Durg Fall 28% in Seven Months as Traffic Safety Drive Shows Results

Durg district records 162 road fatalities between January and July 2026, down from 225 during the same period last year, as police intensify enforcement and road-safety measures. DURG, Chhattisgarh: Road fatalities in Durg district of Chhattisgarh declined by 28% during the first

August 8, 2026

Delhi·Education·India·Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi

‘Those Who Learn, Win’: PM Modi Urges IIT Delhi Graduates to Stay Curious

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tells graduating students that continuous learning, curiosity and courage to embrace challenges will be critical in a rapidly changing technological world. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday urged graduates of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)

August 8, 2026

Delhi·Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)·India·Industry

FSSAI Flags Diageo’s ‘Matured in American Oak Casks’ Claim as Misleading

Food safety regulator says Royal Challenge Whisky label may mislead consumers because a major portion of the spirit is not matured in wooden casks; Diageo says it is engaging with FSSAI on labeling concerns. New Delhi: India’s food safety regulator has flagged

August 8, 2026

Delhi·India·Ministry·Ministry of Home Affairs

No Renewable Energy Projects Within 1 Km of Borders Under New MHA Security Guidelines

Solar, wind and hybrid projects within 50 km of the LoC, LAC and International Border will require security clearance New Delhi : The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued new national security guidelines for renewable energy projects proposed in border areas,

August 8, 2026

International·NASA·Washington

Betelgeuse Has a Companion Star, Astronomers Confirm in First Direct Image

Discovery solves a century-old mystery and could change scientists’ understanding of when the famous red supergiant will explode WASHINGTON — : Betelgeuse, one of the brightest and most recognizable stars in the night sky, is not alone. Astronomers have obtained the first

August 8, 2026

Delhi·India·UPI

UPI Transactions to Remain Free for Consumers and Small Merchants, Payments Council of India Says

PCI says consumers can continue making instant digital payments without transaction charges as investments in cybersecurity, fraud prevention and infrastructure increase New Delhi : The Payments Council of India (PCI) has reaffirmed that Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions will remain free for

August 8, 2026

Industry·Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs)

Oil Marketing Companies Intensify E20 Petrol Testing, Find No Widespread Moisture or Chloride Contamination

More than 100 refinery samples and 80 distillery samples tested; retail-level testing finds chloride levels largely within prescribed limits New Delhi : India’s Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have intensified nationwide quality testing of Ethanol-Blended Motor Spirit (EBMS), commonly known as E20 petrol,

August 8, 2026

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SAIL Durgapur Steel Plant Holds Half-Yearly Rajbhasha Review Meeting and Award Ceremony

Mukesh Singh Promoted as Deputy Local Editor of The Hitavada

Retirement Planning: Start Preparing for Old Age With Your First Salary

1,200% Dividend: NBFC Sector Company Recommends ₹120 Final Dividend, Record Date August 12

BJP Yuva Morcha Rejects Congress Allegations Over Names of Sub-Inspector Exam Candidates

IND vs SL: Sai Sudharsan Ruled Out of Sri Lanka Test Series Due to Toe Injury

Flipkart Minutes Enters Premium Grocery Segment, Launches Private Label Pykd

Sanjay Sagar Joins JSW Energy Board as Additional Director From August 8, 2026

Jindal Stainless Dividend: Record Date Fixed for ₹3 Per Equity Share

NBCC Sells 2.34 Lakh Sq Ft Commercial Space for ₹1,236 Crore in Delhi

BEML Land Assets Appoints Secretarial Auditor for Five-Year Term

Sakhi Mahila Group Celebrates Sawan Festival with Traditional Fervour and Enthusiasm

RBI Tightens Loan Recovery Rules to Protect Borrowers From Harassment

Dilapidated Building, Leaking Roof and No Toilets: 308 Students at Government School in Kachhaud at Risk

Chhattisgarh Health Minister Visits Ramanujganj, Assures Essential Hospital Facilities Within Two Months

Why Ranbir-Yash Starrer ‘Ramayana’ Will Release Overseas Before India; Producer Namit Malhotra Clarifies

WhatsApp Tests Birthday Feature in India to Support DPDP Act Compliance

Pamhed Schoolgirls Seek Hostel Facility as Students Walk Up to 20 Km Daily to Attend School

Lawyers Protest Dilapidated Roads in Korba’s BALCO Area, Give 15-Day Ultimatum

Road Deaths in Durg Fall 28% in Seven Months as Traffic Safety Drive Shows Results

‘Those Who Learn, Win’: PM Modi Urges IIT Delhi Graduates to Stay Curious

FSSAI Flags Diageo’s ‘Matured in American Oak Casks’ Claim as Misleading

No Renewable Energy Projects Within 1 Km of Borders Under New MHA Security Guidelines

Betelgeuse Has a Companion Star, Astronomers Confirm in First Direct Image

UPI Transactions to Remain Free for Consumers and Small Merchants, Payments Council of India Says

Oil Marketing Companies Intensify E20 Petrol Testing, Find No Widespread Moisture or Chloride Contamination

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