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MOIL Q3 FY26 Net Profit Drops 21% YoY to ₹52.92 Crore; Announces ₹3.53 Interim Dividend

Nagpur, India — MOIL Limited, India’s largest producer of manganese ore and a Government of India–owned enterprise, reported a sharp decline in profitability for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, reflecting challenging market conditions. Despite the earnings pressure, the company announced a second interim dividend for shareholders. For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, … Read more

NALCO Q3 FY26 Net Profit Rises 1% YoY to ₹1,601 Crore; Declares ₹4.50 Per Share Dividend

Bhubaneswar, India — National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Government of India, reported a marginal year-on-year increase in net profit for the third quarter of FY26, while announcing a generous second interim dividend for shareholders. For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, NALCO posted a standalone net profit of … Read more

Durg Police Take Action Under Debt Protection Law; Youth Arrested for Illegal Money Lending

Durg, Chhattisgarh |Durg Police have intensified their crackdown on illegal money lending practices in the district and registered a case against a 23-year-old man for allegedly charging exorbitant interest and using threats to recover money unlawfully. According to police, a written complaint was filed by Mrs. Suman Tandon (45), a resident of Kumhari, Durg district. … Read more

Durg Police Arrest Second Accused in Murder Case Linked to Old Financial Dispute

Durg, Chhattisgarh |Durg Police have arrested another accused in connection with the murder of a young man following a dispute over old financial dues. The incident took place under the jurisdiction of City Kotwali Police Station, Durg. According to police, the case originated from a Marg diary (No. 0/2026) received from Supela Police Station on … Read more

ITC Reports Q3 FY26 PAT of ₹5,089 Crore; FMCG-Others Revenue Crosses ₹6,000 Crore

Kolkata |ITC Limited, one of India’s largest diversified conglomerates, reported a strong financial performance for the third quarter of FY26, driven by steady growth across its core businesses and robust expansion in its non-cigarette FMCG portfolio. The company also announced a healthy interim dividend, underscoring its strong cash generation and shareholder-friendly capital allocation. Q3 Financial … Read more

Numaligarh Refinery Signs Nine Strategic MoUs at India Energy Week 2026 to Expand into Green Energy and LNG

Mumbai |Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) has signed nine strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with a range of industry players and research institutions during India Energy Week 2026, marking a major step in its transition toward a diversified and sustainable energy portfolio. The agreements, signed at the flagship energy event in Goa, span multiple future-oriented segments, … Read more

HPCL, Oil India Sign MoU to Develop Compressed Bio-Gas Project at India Energy Week 2026

Mumbai |Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Oil India Limited (OIL) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop a Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) project, marking a key step toward advancing cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions in India. The agreement was formalized during India Energy Week 2026 and reflects the growing commitment … Read more

CONCOR Reports Q3 FY26 PAT of ₹329 Crore, Declares ₹3.40 per Share Interim Dividend

New Delhi | Container Corporation of India Ltd. (CONCOR), the Navratna public sector logistics major, reported a steady financial performance for the third quarter of FY26, even as margins moderated amid higher costs and accounting adjustments. The company’s Board of Directors, at its meeting held on Thursday, approved the unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results … Read more

Economic Survey Highlights Rising School Enrollment, Calls for Stronger Focus on Skill-Based Education for Jobs

New Delhi |India has achieved a significant increase in school enrollment by strengthening educational infrastructure and teacher capacity, but experts stress that the next critical challenge lies in improving learning outcomes and aligning education with employment needs, according to the Economic Survey 2025–26 presented in Parliament on Thursday. The survey, tabled by Union Finance and … Read more

Raipur Rural Police Arrest Woman in Major Drug Bust Under ‘Operation Nischay’

Raipur, Chhattisgarh |In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, Raipur Rural Police have arrested a woman and seized a large consignment of drugs, cash, and weapons under their ongoing anti-drug अभियान “Operation Nischay.” Acting on specific intelligence, the Tilda-Neora Police Station team arrested 30-year-old Madhu Mishra from her residence at Atal Niwas, Ward No. 22, … Read more

Supreme Court Stays UGC’s 2026 Equity Regulations Over Caste-Based Discrimination Concerns

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has stayed the implementation of the University Grants Commission’s (UGC) newly notified Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions Regulations, 2026, citing ambiguity in the rules and the possibility of misuse. The interim order comes at a time when the regulations had triggered widespread protests and debates over … Read more

Did India Strike Pakistan’s Nuclear Sites During ‘Operation Sindoor’? IAF Republic Day Video Sparks Fresh Debate

New Delhi: A Republic Day video released by the Indian Air Force (IAF) has reignited speculation over whether India targeted Pakistan’s nuclear-related facilities during last year’s high-intensity military operation, code-named ‘Operation Sindoor.’ The video, unveiled on January 26, showcases a range of India’s frontline combat aircraft—including Rafale, Sukhoi-30MKI, Jaguar, and Tejas—portrayed as “guardians of peace.” … Read more

Union Minister of State Tokhan Sahu Appointed BJP’s Migrant In-Charge for Kokrajhar Lok Sabha Constituency

New Delhi: In a significant organizational move aimed at strengthening the party’s presence in Northeast India, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Union Minister of State Tokhan Sahu as the Migrant In-Charge (Pravasi Prabhari) for the Kokrajhar (Scheduled Tribe) Lok Sabha constituency in Assam. The appointment is being seen as part of the BJP’s … Read more

BPCL Signs Long-Term Crude Supply MoU with Brazil’s Petrobras at India Energy Week 2026

New Delhi : Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has taken a key step toward strengthening India’s energy security by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Brazil’s state-owned oil major Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras) for long-term crude oil cooperation. The MoU was signed during India Energy Week 2026, held in Goa, reinforcing the growing energy … Read more

LIC Announces Board Reshuffle as Three Independent Directors Complete Tenure

Mumbai : Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has announced a major reshuffle at the board level following the completion of tenure of three Independent Directors, effective close of business on January 28, 2026, the corporation said in a regulatory filing. Independent Directors Exiting the Board The following Independent Directors have ceased to be members … Read more

Raigarh SSP Shashi Mohan Singh Outlines Zero-Tolerance Policy on Cybercrime and Illegal Activities

Raigarh, Chhattisgarh: Following the appointment of new leadership, Raigarh Police has laid out a clear vision focused on strict law enforcement, community engagement, and zero tolerance toward illegal activities. Newly appointed Deputy Inspector General of Police and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shashi Mohan Singh interacted with local media on Tuesday, sharing his priorities and … Read more

Janjgir-Champa Breaking: Young Woman’s Murder Solved; Lover Arrested

Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh:Police have solved the murder case of a 21-year-old woman whose semi-nude body was found in a muddy agricultural field in Pipra village under Nawagarh police station limits. Investigations revealed that the crime was committed by her lover, who allegedly killed her by pressing her face into the mud. The accused was arrested by … Read more

NALCO Denies Reports on 200–300 MW Green Power Project With Battery Storage

New Delhi: National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Government of India-owned enterprise, has clarified that it has no current plans or negotiations to set up a 200–300 megawatt green power project supported by battery energy storage systems for low-carbon aluminium production. The clarification was issued to stock exchanges after media reports suggested that the company … Read more

Petronet LNG Signs Gas Supply and Regasification Agreements with ONGC and Mahanagar Gas

New Delhi: Petronet LNG Limited (PLL) has signed two key agreements with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) to strengthen India’s natural gas supply chain and enhance the availability of regasified liquefied natural gas (RLNG), the company announced on Tuesday. The agreements were executed on January 27, 2026, on the … Read more

Republic Day Honors Bravery: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai Commends Two Chhattisgarh Police Constables

Bilaspur, India — On the occasion of India’s Republic Day, two police constables from the Bilaspur district were honored at the state level for their exceptional courage and dedication to duty. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented commendation certificates to Constables Ashish Rathore and Birendra Rajput, recognizing their fearless actions in strengthening law and … Read more

Lormi Police Crack Down on Illegal Liquor Trade Under ‘Operation Baaz’; Two Arrested

Mungeli, Chhattisgarh |As part of the ongoing anti-narcotics and anti-illegal liquor drive “Operation Baaz,” Lormi Police have intensified action against illicit liquor trafficking and sales in Mungeli district. Acting under the directions of Senior Superintendent of Police Bhojram Patel (IPS), the police arrested two individuals and seized a large quantity of illegal liquor along with … Read more

UIDAI to Launch New Aadhaar App on January 28, Enabling At-Home Updates for Mobile Number and Address

Hyderabad: India’s Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is set to launch the full and updated version of its new Aadhaar mobile application on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, according to an official announcement shared on social media. With the launch, all features of the New Aadhaar App will be unlocked for users, allowing citizens to … Read more

India–EU Free Trade Agreement Set for Formal Announcement at New Delhi Summit

New Delhi: India and the European Union are set to formally announce a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) at a high-level summit in New Delhi today, marking a major breakthrough after nearly two decades of intermittent negotiations. The landmark pact is expected to significantly deepen cooperation between the two sides across trade, defense, technology, and … Read more