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Children Begin New Academic Session Amid Fear in Kanker: Students Forced to Study in Dilapidated School Building

Kanker, Chhattisgarh | June 2026 As India celebrates the end of decades-long Maoist insurgency in the Bastar region and looks forward to accelerated development, a troubling reality continues to confront schoolchildren in remote parts of Kanker district. In the village of Madpa, students are beginning the new academic year under the constant threat of a … Read more

Major Anti-Corruption Crackdown in Jashpur: RES In-Charge SDO Caught Accepting Bribe

Jashpur, Chhattisgarh |In a significant action against corruption, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday arrested an In-Charge Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) of the Rural Engineering Services (RES) Department in Jashpur district while allegedly accepting a bribe from a complainant. The accused official, identified as Sanjay Diwakar, was caught red-handed at his residence in Madhuban Toli, Jashpur, … Read more

BJP Leader Burned Alive in Sand Mining Dispute in Chhattisgarh; Death Toll Rises to Three

Koriya/Surajpur, Chhattisgarh | June 17, 2026 A shocking and tragic incident linked to an ongoing sand mining dispute has claimed the lives of three people, including a prominent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, in the Sonhat area of Chhattisgarh’s Koriya district. According to police officials, Bharat Singh alias Lalla Singh, a BJP leader and former … Read more

Bank of Maharashtra Revises MCLR Rates; 6-Month and 1-Year Lending Benchmarks Increased Effective June 17, 2026

New Delhi, India | June 2026 — Bank of Maharashtra, one of India’s leading public sector banks, has announced a revision in its Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) following a periodic review of its benchmark lending rates. The revised rates will come into effect on June 17, 2026. The bank disclosed the … Read more

NTPC Appoints Aravind Babu as Executive Director, Strengthening Senior Finance Leadership

New Delhi, India | June 2026 — NTPC Limited, India’s largest power generation company, has announced the appointment of Aravind Babu as Executive Director (Senior Management), effective June 8, 2026. The appointment forms part of a major leadership restructuring initiative in which 34 senior officials have been elevated to Executive Director positions across the organization. … Read more

Hindustan Copper Hit with ₹19.11 Lakh Penalty by BSE and NSE Over Corporate Governance Non-Compliance

New Delhi, India | June 16, 2026 — State-owned Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has disclosed that it has been imposed a cumulative penalty of ₹19.11 lakh by India’s leading stock exchanges, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE), for non-compliance with certain corporate governance requirements prescribed under the SEBI (Listing Obligations … Read more

NSIC and TransUnion CIBIL Partner to Strengthen MSME Credit Ecosystem Across India

New Delhi, India | June 2026 — In a significant step toward enhancing financial inclusion and strengthening the credit ecosystem for India’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TransUnion CIBIL on June 16, 2026. The strategic partnership aims to improve credit … Read more

Indian Bank Unveils Puducherry Annual Credit Plan 2026–27 and Signs RSETI MoU to Boost Entrepreneurship

Puducherry, India | June 2026 — Indian Bank, the convenor of the State Level Bankers Committee (SLBC) for the Union Territory of Puducherry, successfully conducted the SLBC Meeting 2026, during which the Annual Credit Plan (ACP) 2026–27 was officially released. The meeting also witnessed the signing of a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for land … Read more

POWERGRID Secures Major WR–ER Inter-Regional Transmission Project Under TBCB, Receives Letter of Intent for Strategic Grid Expansion

New Delhi, India | June 2026 — Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has achieved a significant milestone in India’s power infrastructure development after being declared the successful bidder under the Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) mechanism for the prestigious “WR–ER Inter-Regional Network Expansion Scheme Part-A.” The company received the Letter of Intent (LoI) … Read more

ONGC Exploration Chief Jagdamba P. G. Dobriyal Retires After 36 Years of Distinguished Service

New Delhi, India | June 2026 — Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), India’s premier energy exploration and production company, has announced the superannuation of Shri Jagdamba Prasad G. Dobriyal, Executive Director and Chief of the Exploration & Development Directorate, concluding an illustrious career spanning more than 36 years in the nation’s hydrocarbon exploration and … Read more

Saatvik Green Energy Limited Wins Prestigious Golden Peacock Occupational Health & Safety Award 2026

Mumbai  – Saatvik Green Energy Limited, one of India’s leading integrated renewable energy companies, has been honored with the Golden Peacock Occupational Health & Safety Award 2026 in the Power (Renewable) Sector by the Institute of Directors (IOD), India. The award is widely recognized as one of the country’s most prestigious accolades for corporate excellence … Read more

UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 Results Announced: 13,343 Candidates Advance to Mains for 1,016 Civil Services Vacancies

New Delhi, India — The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the results of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE) 2026, marking a major milestone for thousands of aspiring civil servants across India. According to the commission, 13,343 candidates have successfully qualified for the next stage—the prestigious Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026. The … Read more

Uni Launches GoldX Credit Card, Allowing Users to Earn Rewards in 24K Gold

BENGALURU, June 2026 — Indian fintech company has unveiled an innovative new credit card called GoldX, introducing a unique rewards model that allows customers to earn and redeem benefits in 24K Gold instead of traditional reward points or cashback. The launch reflects a growing trend among fintech companies seeking to redefine customer rewards by offering … Read more

Rebel TMC MPs Announce Merger with Little-Known NCPI, a Party That Received Just 822 Votes in Tripura Elections

NEW DELHI, June 2026 — A major political development has emerged in India after a group of 20 rebel Members of Parliament (MPs) from the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) announced plans to merge with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), a relatively unknown political party with limited electoral presence. The move has drawn … Read more

PSU Pension 2026: NPS, Superannuation, and Retirement Benefits Continue to Offer Strong Financial Security

NEW DELHI, — India’s leading Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), including Oil and Natural Gas Corporation, NTPC Limited, Indian Oil Corporation, Steel Authority of India Limited, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Coal India Limited, and Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, continue to provide some of the most comprehensive retirement and pension benefits available in the country. … Read more

NTPC Elevates Veteran Engineer Atul Kamalakar Desai to Executive Director After Nearly 37 Years of Service

NEW DELHI, June 2026 — India’s largest integrated power utility, NTPC Limited, has appointed Atul Kamalakar Desai as Executive Director (Senior Management), effective June 8, 2026, recognizing his nearly 37 years of dedicated service and extensive leadership experience in power plant operations and maintenance. The promotion was announced as part of a broader senior management … Read more

U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Reached, Strait of Hormuz Set to Reopen as Tehran Confirms Agreement

Tehran/Washington – A major breakthrough has emerged in the Middle East as Iran and the United States have reportedly reached a peace agreement, bringing an end to months of escalating military tensions. The deal is expected to formally conclude the conflict that intensified following military strikes and retaliatory operations between the two nations. Iran’s Deputy … Read more

Elon Musk Poised to Become the World’s First Trillionaire as SpaceX Eyes $1.77 Trillion Valuation

AUSTIN, Texas — Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk could be on track to become the world’s first trillionaire, as reports indicate that his private space company is targeting a staggering $1.77 trillion valuation. If achieved, the valuation would dramatically increase Musk’s personal wealth and could push his total net worth well beyond the $1 trillion mark, … Read more

US and Iran Reach Historic Peace Deal to End War, Strait of Hormuz Set to Reopen

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a major diplomatic breakthrough, the United States and Iran have reached an agreement to end a conflict that began following U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran on February 28, according to announcements from both governments and international mediators. The agreement is expected to be formally signed on June 19 in … Read more

Germany Crush World Cup Debutants Curaçao 7-1 in Biggest Victory of FIFA World Cup 2026

NEW YORK — Four-time world champions Germany National Football Team made a powerful statement at the FIFA World Cup 2026, overwhelming tournament debutants Curaçao National Football Team by a score of 7-1 in their Group E opener. The emphatic victory is the largest winning margin of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far, underlining Germany’s … Read more

India’s Deepti Sharma Becomes First Spinner in Women’s Cricket History to Reach 350 International Wickets

DUBAI — Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma has etched her name into the record books by becoming the first spinner in the history of women’s international cricket to claim 350 or more wickets across all formats. The historic milestone came during India’s Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 clash against Pakistan Women’s National Cricket Team, where Deepti … Read more

Diabetologist Shares 3 Effective Tips to Prevent Hunger Soon After Eating

NEW YORK — Feeling hungry shortly after finishing a meal can be frustrating and may leave many people wondering whether they are eating enough. According to diabetologist Dr. Varun Suryadevara, the problem may not be the amount of food consumed but rather how the body responds to certain types of meals. Dr. Suryadevara explained that … Read more

Why China Is Not a Member of the G7 Despite Being the World’s Second-Largest Economy

WASHINGTON/PARIS — Although China is the world’s second-largest economy by gross domestic product (GDP), it remains outside the Group of Seven (G7), one of the most influential political and economic forums in the world. The issue has gained renewed attention as global leaders gather for G7 discussions on trade, security, technology, and economic growth. The … Read more

Satya Nadella Warns Against AI Power Concentration, Calls for a More Open and Inclusive AI Ecosystem

Redmond, Washington — Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has issued a strong warning about the future of artificial intelligence, arguing that the world should not allow a small number of powerful AI models or companies to dominate the industry and capture the majority of its economic benefits. Speaking about the evolving AI landscape, Nadella emphasized the … Read more