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Hyderabad | July 13, 2026: The global artificial intelligence (AI) race has entered a new phase as Chinese AI startup StepFun officially introduced the StepX Neo, a smartphone the company describes as the world’s first “large model-native agentic AI smartphone.” The launch signals a major shift from traditional AI-powered smartphones toward devices designed to function … Read more
Visakhapatnam, India: In a major milestone for India’s defense manufacturing and maritime security, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) has officially delivered INS Mahendragiri, the fourth Nilgiri-class stealth guided missile frigate, to the Indian Navy under the prestigious Project 17A program. The warship was formally commissioned on July 11, 2026, during a ceremony in Visakhapatnam, attended … Read more
Sakti, Chhattisgarh: The Sakti Police have solved the shocking murder of a 13-year-old boy within 40 hours, arresting a 22-year-old suspect who allegedly lured the victim with the promise of easy money before strangling him to death and burying his body in a farm to conceal the crime. According to police, the murder was motivated … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Renowned Hindu spiritual preacher Devkinandan Thakur addressed a wide range of social, religious, and national issues during the “Hamar Pahuna” program organized at the Raipur Press Club. During the interaction, he spoke about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s silence on the alleged Ram Temple theft case, the need for a Sanatan Board, religious conversions, … Read more
Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh: Congress Rajya Sabha MP Imran Pratapgarhi on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Central Government, alleging that repeated exam paper leaks and irregularities in recruitment examinations have pushed millions of young aspirants into uncertainty. Speaking at a press conference in Bilaspur as part of the “Chhatron Ki Goonj” (Voice of Students) campaign, … Read more
Kawardha, Chhattisgarh: The Kabirdham Police have successfully cracked the Baba Vishweshwar Mahadev Temple theft case, arresting two accused while launching a search for a third suspect who remains on the run. The breakthrough comes just ahead of the Shravan (Sawan) month, a period of immense religious significance for devotees of Lord Shiva. According to police, … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh |: Political tensions have intensified in Chhattisgarh ahead of the Monsoon Session of the State Legislative Assembly, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launching a sharp attack on the opposition Congress over its alleged internal divisions. Addressing the media before the session, BJP State Spokesperson Anurag Agrawal claimed that the Congress is facing … Read more
RAJNANDGAON, CHHATTISGARH — Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh launched the “One Tree in Mother’s Name” (Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam) campaign in Batgaon village on Saturday, reaffirming the importance of environmental conservation, community participation, and sustainable development. The initiative aims to transform Batgaon into a “Green Village” through large-scale tree plantation and public … Read more
NEW DELHI — The Indian National Congress has expressed support for a proposal by Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) urging both the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to remain aligned with the I.N.D.I.A. (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) Bloc in Parliament to collectively challenge the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance … Read more
HYDERABAD — Meta has withdrawn its newly launched Muse Image artificial intelligence feature after it sparked widespread criticism over user privacy and the unauthorized use of content from public Instagram accounts. The AI-powered image generation tool was rolled back just days after its launch, following concerns from users, privacy advocates, and industry organizations. The controversial … Read more
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on Australian businesses to deepen their investment footprint in India, emphasizing the country’s rapidly expanding economy and vast opportunities across multiple high-growth industries. Speaking at the Australia-India CEO Forum in Melbourne, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s commitment to fostering stronger economic and strategic partnerships with Australia. … Read more
MUMBAI — Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has officially entered India’s high-performance polymer market with the launch of its new polymer brand, BEPOLY, marking a significant expansion into the petrochemicals sector. The strategic initiative is aimed at producing world-class polymer solutions, reducing India’s dependence on imported polymers, and supporting the country’s rapidly growing manufacturing industry. … Read more
GANDHINAGAR, GUJARAT — Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has achieved a significant milestone after its Kochi Refinery was honored with the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Energy Efficiency 2026 in the Oil & Refining Sector. The award recognizes the refinery’s outstanding achievements in energy conservation, process optimization, and sustainable refining operations, reinforcing BPCL’s commitment to … Read more
MUMBAI — LTM Limited (formerly LTIMindtree Limited) has launched a Shareholder Satisfaction Survey as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening investor relations and improving shareholder services. The initiative is designed to gather valuable feedback from investors regarding their overall experience with the company and identify opportunities for service enhancement. According to the company’s stock … Read more
MUMBAI — State Bank of India (SBI) has announced important updates regarding the upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO) of its asset management subsidiary, SBI Funds Management Limited (SBIFM). The bank informed the stock exchanges that SBIFM has issued an addendum to its Red Herring Prospectus (RHP) dated July 10, 2026, reflecting the successful completion of … Read more
NEW DELHI — India’s Ministry of Coal has recorded a strong industry response in the 15th round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions, receiving 21 bids from 16 companies for 8 coal blocks. The auction, conducted alongside the second attempt of the 13th and 14th tranches, reflects growing investor confidence in India’s commercial coal mining policy … Read more
ROURKELA, ODISHA — Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible industrial development by providing more than ₹20.72 crore (approximately $2.4 million) in compensation to 503 families affected by the expansion of its Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) in Odisha. The initiative forms part of the company’s broader Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) … Read more
New Delhi |In the wake of the recent Signal Passed at Danger (SPAD) incident at Ayodhya Cantt Railway Station, Indian Railways has introduced a series of enhanced safety measures aimed at strengthening train operations, improving crew preparedness, and minimizing the risk of similar incidents in the future. The new directives focus on yard learning updates, … Read more
Bilaspur, India |: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) successfully concluded a two-day Training-cum-Workshop on “Ground Water Regulation and Control” at its headquarters in Bilaspur, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable mining, groundwater conservation, and scientific water resource management. The workshop was organized in collaboration with the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA), New Delhi, and the Central … Read more
Surat, Gujarat | July 10, 2026 — In a significant boost to India’s skill development ecosystem, the Government of India has approved the Surat ITI Cluster under the PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skill Education and Training for the Underprivileged) initiative. The ambitious project, backed by a ₹240 crore investment, aims to transform Industrial Training Institute (ITI), … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh | — The Government of Chhattisgarh has carried out a major administrative reshuffle in the state’s police force by transferring 24 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers. The transfer order, issued by the Home (Police) Department on Friday, includes the reassignment of an Inspector General (IG), several Deputy Inspectors General (DIGs), Assistant Inspectors General … Read more
Mumbai, India — Tata Steel Limited has informed Indian stock exchanges that its wholly owned Dutch subsidiary, Tata Steel IJmuiden B.V. (TSIJ), has received a summons from the Dutch Public Prosecution Office (PPO) over suspected criminal offenses related to alleged pollution at its coke and gas plants (KGF 1 and KGF 2) in IJmuiden, the … Read more
Mumbai, India — The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) launched a large-scale statewide operation on Friday, conducting coordinated searches and questioning 102 individuals over their alleged links to Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti. According to officials, the operation began at approximately 7:00 a.m., with 58 ATS teams from 14 regional units carrying out searches at multiple locations … Read more
Hyderabad, India — The latest episode of “Lock Upp: Sach Ya Saza” has ignited a major controversy after contestant Shreya Kalra made personal remarks about actor Gaurav Khanna and his reported separation from Akanksha Chamola. The comments quickly went viral, triggering widespread criticism and intense discussion across social media. The drama began when several contestants … Read more
