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Alibaba Sues U.S. Government, Seeks Removal from Pentagon’s Blacklist

Washington, D.C.: Alibaba Group, one of China’s largest technology and e-commerce companies, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, seeking to overturn its designation on the Pentagon’s blacklist of alleged Chinese military companies. The legal challenge marks the latest escalation in the ongoing tensions between the United States and China over technology, national security, … Read more

Gold Prices Tumble 24% Since January as Silver Suffers Biggest Quarterly Drop in Four Years

New York: The precious metals market has witnessed a sharp correction in 2026, with spot gold prices falling approximately 24% from their record high reached earlier this year, while spot silver has posted its steepest quarterly decline in four years amid changing market sentiment, easing geopolitical concerns, and stronger investor appetite for risk assets. According … Read more

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s ‘Monsters’ Remark About AIPAC Sparks Political Controversy

New York City: A political controversy has erupted after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani referred to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) as “monsters” while criticizing the organization’s political influence and campaign spending. During his remarks, Mamdani alleged that AIPAC channels “millions in dark money” into American politics, arguing that wealthy political organizations … Read more

PM Modi Speaks with Qatar’s Amir After 12 Indians Die in Ras Laffan LNG Explosion

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a phone call from Qatar’s Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, following the tragic explosion at the Ras Laffan LNG Complex that claimed the lives of 12 Indian nationals and left several others injured. During the conversation, the Qatari Amir expressed his deep condolences over the loss … Read more

Film Body Demands FIR Against Sanjay Leela Bhansali After Worker’s Death on ‘Love & War’ Set

Mumbai, India: The All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has called for the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali following the tragic death of a worker on the set of his upcoming film Love & War. According to AICWA, 42-year-old carpenter Chandradhari Singh Yadav lost his life while … Read more

West Bengal Leader Claims 10,000 Illegal Immigrants Deported, 1,800 More in Detention

Kolkata : A senior West Bengal political leader has claimed that 10,000 illegal immigrants have already been deported from the state, while another 1,800 individuals are currently being held in 12 detention (holding) centers awaiting deportation. The remarks came during a discussion on the Governor’s Address in the state legislative assembly. Addressing lawmakers, the leader … Read more

BJP Claims INDIA Alliance Is Falling Apart as Internal Rift Deepens, Says Spokesperson Prem Shukla

New Delhi : The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its attack on the INDIA opposition alliance, claiming that growing internal dissent, leadership disputes, and political instability within several opposition parties are causing the coalition to weaken. Speaking in an exclusive interaction, BJP National Spokesperson Prem Shukla alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is … Read more

SECL Launches Four-Day Training Program to Strengthen Action Against Illegal Coal Mining

Bilaspur : South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has launched a four-day Awareness and Capacity Building Training Program at its Management Development Institute (MDI) headquarters in Bilaspur for officers authorized under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (MMDR Act). The training program was inaugurated by SECL Director (Human Resources), Biranchi Das, who attended … Read more

REC Limited Strengthens Board with Appointment of Two Independent Directors

New Delhi, : REC Limited, a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise (PSE) under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has announced the appointment of Dr. Anil Kumar Gupta and Dr. Kanchiappan Ghayathri Devi as Part-time Non-Official (Independent) Directors on its Board. The appointments were made following an official order issued by the Ministry of Power … Read more

Sensex Slides Nearly 600 Points in Under an Hour as Global Market Weakness Weighs on Indian Stocks

Mumbai, India |India’s benchmark BSE Sensex tumbled nearly 600 points in just 50 minutes during Tuesday’s trading session, reflecting growing investor concerns over global market weakness and persistent foreign fund outflows. The Sensex dropped to an intraday low of 76,501.52 at around 12:25 p.m., with selling pressure seen across several sectors, including banking, information technology, … Read more

Pune Industrialist’s Son Allegedly Murdered at Lohagad Fort; Fiancée and Her Alleged Lover Arrested

Pune, India | In a shocking development, Pune Police have arrested the fiancée of a prominent industrialist’s son, Ketan Agarwal, along with her alleged lover, in connection with his death at Lohagad Fort. Investigators now believe what was initially reported as a tragic accident was actually a premeditated murder. According to police, Ketan Agarwal, the … Read more

India Rejects Pakistan’s Claims Over Violence in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, Blames Islamabad’s Internal Policies

New Delhi | India has strongly rejected allegations made by Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, who accused New Delhi of being responsible for the recent violence in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Indian government described the accusations as “baseless, misleading, and an attempt to divert attention from Pakistan’s internal failures.” In an official response, India’s Ministry … Read more

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Three-Nation Indo-Pacific Tour Expected to Strengthen India’s Strategic Influence

NEW DELHI, India — Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a three-country diplomatic tour next month, visiting Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand in a move widely viewed by strategic experts as a significant step toward strengthening India’s role in the Indo-Pacific region. The visit comes at a time of growing geopolitical competition, … Read more

Chhattisgarh Cabinet Approves ₹4,000 Crore Rural Employment Program and Green Energy Policy

RAIPUR, India — The Chhattisgarh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, has approved a series of major policy initiatives aimed at boosting rural employment, economic development, and green energy. The decisions include a new ₹4,000 crore Rural Employment Guarantee Program, the launch of the Atal Aajeevika Samriddhi Haat Scheme, and the state’s first … Read more

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay Delivers Fiery Assembly Speech, Targets Former DMK Government

CHENNAI, India — Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay delivered a high-energy speech during the final day of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly session on Tuesday, drawing widespread attention for his sharp criticism of the previous Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government and his signature cinematic style. Before concluding his nearly 45-minute address, Chief Minister … Read more

IRCTC Chairman and Managing Director Sanjay Kumar Jain to Step Down on July 20, 2026

NEW DELHI, India — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) has announced that its Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), Sanjay Kumar Jain, will officially resign from his position effective July 20, 2026, following approval from the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. The announcement was made through a regulatory filing submitted to the … Read more

GRSE Emerges Lowest Bidder for ₹40 Crore Electric Tug Contract at Kolkata Port

NEW DELHI, India — Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) has emerged as the Lowest Bidder (L1) for a contract valued at approximately ₹40 crore to design, build, and deliver a 15-Ton Electric Bollard Pull Tug for Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK). The development marks another significant milestone in the state-owned shipbuilder’s expanding … Read more

POWERGRID to Consider FY2026–27 Debenture Issuance Plan Through Private Placement

NEW DELHI, India — Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has announced that its Committee of Directors for Bonds will meet on June 26, 2026, to consider and approve the General Information Document (GID) for the proposed issuance of debentures during the Financial Year 2026–27. The announcement was made through a regulatory filing submitted … Read more

Coal India Launches Dedicated R&D Website to Drive Innovation in Mining and Sustainable Energy

KOLKATA, India — Coal India Limited (CIL), the country’s largest coal producer, has launched a dedicated website for its Research and Development (R&D) activities, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, technology, and sustainable growth in the mining and energy sectors. The new digital platform was officially inaugurated by Director (Technical) Achyut Ghatak at Coal India’s Corporate … Read more

NTPC Commissions 800 MW Unit at Patratu, Expands Installed Capacity to 90,857 MW

NEW DELHI, India — NTPC Limited, India’s largest state-owned power generation company, has announced the commercial operation of Unit-2 of the Patratu Super Thermal Power Project (STPP) Phase-1 in Jharkhand, marking another major milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen its electricity infrastructure. The newly commissioned 800 MW generating unit is owned by Patratu Vidyut … Read more

Hindustan Zinc’s Rajpura Dariba and Kayad Mines Earn Silver GreenCo Recognition for Sustainable Mining

UDAIPUR, India — Hindustan Zinc Limited, India’s leading integrated zinc producer, has achieved another significant milestone in its sustainability journey after its Rajpura Dariba Mine and Kayad Mine received Certificates of Recognition from the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) for earning the prestigious Silver GreenCo Rating. The recognition was awarded under the Confederation of … Read more

Hardeep Singh Puri Visits Historic Digboi Refinery Museum, Celebrates India’s First Commercial Oil Discovery

New Delhi, : Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri visited the Digboi Centenary Museum in Assam, highlighting the historic significance of Digboi Refinery, the site of India’s first commercial oil discovery and one of the world’s oldest continuously operating oil refineries. During his visit, the minister described Digboi as the birthplace … Read more

Manappuram Finance Announces Senior Management Restructuring, Effective June 23

KOCHI, India  — Manappuram Finance Limited, one of India’s leading non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), has announced changes to its senior management structure, effective June 23, 2026, as part of an internal reporting realignment aimed at strengthening organizational efficiency. The company informed the stock exchanges that Manikandan T.G., Head of the Information Technology (IT) Department, and … Read more

Rajya Sabha Chairman Administers Oath to Re-Elected MP Neeraj Dangi in Parliament

New Delhi : Rajya Sabha Chairman Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday administered the Oath of Office to Shri Neeraj Dangi, who was recently re-elected to the Rajya Sabha from the state of Rajasthan. The oath-taking ceremony was held at Parliament House, New Delhi, in the presence of senior constitutional authorities, Union Ministers, Members of Parliament, … Read more