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Congress Backs VCK’s Proposal for DMK and TVK to Unite Under I.N.D.I.A. Bloc Against NDA in Parliament

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

PM Narendra Modi Invites Australian Businesses to Expand Investments in India at Australia-India CEO Forum

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

BPCL Enters High-Performance Polymer Market with Launch of ‘BEPOLY’ to Boost India’s Manufacturing Sector

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

BPCL’s Kochi Refinery Wins Golden Peacock Award for Energy Efficiency 2026

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

LTM Limited Launches Shareholder Satisfaction Survey to Enhance Investor Experience and Corporate Services

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

SBI Updates SBI Funds Management IPO: Offer Size Revised After ₹1,655 Crore Pre-IPO Placement

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

India’s 15th Commercial Coal Auction Draws Strong Industry Interest with 21 Bids for 8 Coal Blocks

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

SAIL Disburses Over ₹20.72 Crore to 503 Project-Affected Families as Rourkela Steel Plant Expansion Advances

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

Indian Railways Issues Fresh Safety Measures for Loco Pilots After Ayodhya Cantt SPAD Incident

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

Tata Steel’s Dutch Subsidiary Summoned Over Alleged Pollution at IJmuiden Plant, Company Plans Strong Legal Defense

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

HCLFoundation Partners with Uttar Pradesh Government to Expand Tech-Driven Urban Waste Management Across Three Cities

NOIDA & LUCKNOW, India — HCLFoundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of HCLTech, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Urban Development Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, marking a significant step toward strengthening urban sanitation, sustainable waste management, and smart city development across the state. The partnership aims to accelerate the objectives of … Read more

POWERGRID Secures New Interstate Transmission Project Under Competitive Bidding to Strengthen India’s Power Grid

New Delhi : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has achieved another significant milestone by emerging as the successful bidder for a new Interstate Transmission System (ISTS) project under the Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) route. The company received the Letter of Intent (LoI) on July 9, 2026, further reinforcing its leadership in India’s rapidly … Read more

NTPC Mining Limited Secures Major Safety Milestone as Three Coal Mines Earn Prestigious 5-Star Rating

New Delhi : NTPC Mining Limited (NML) has achieved a remarkable milestone in mine safety and operational excellence, with three of its coal mines receiving the prestigious 5-Star Rating in the Star Rating of Open Cast (OC) Coal Mines for FY 2024–25. The annual assessment is conducted by the Office of the Coal Controller (CCO) … Read more

SCOPE and IISD Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate India’s Sustainable Energy Transition

New Delhi : In a significant move to strengthen India’s clean energy transition and promote sustainable development, the Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE) and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) have signed a Strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at supporting Indian Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in achieving their climate resilience and low-carbon … Read more

MPERC Chairperson Recruitment 2026: Madhya Pradesh Government Extends Application Deadline to July 21

Bhopal, July 8: The Government of Madhya Pradesh’s Energy Department has officially extended the last date for submitting applications for the post of Chairperson of the Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC). The revised deadline is now July 21, 2026, providing eligible candidates with additional time to apply for one of the state’s most significant … Read more

Balmer Lawrie Revised Audit Report Flags Suspected Fraud, Internal Control Weaknesses, and Subsidiary Risks

Kolkata : Balmer Lawrie & Company Limited, a Government of India enterprise, has released a revised Statutory Auditor’s Report for the financial year 2025-26, highlighting several significant concerns that could influence investor sentiment. The revised report, issued by B. Chhawchharia & Co., replaces the earlier audit report dated May 17, 2026, after incorporating observations made … Read more

Government Doubles Cochin Shipyard OFS to 5.04% Stake Following Strong Investor Demand

New Delhi : In a significant step under its ongoing disinvestment program, the Government of India has expanded its Offer for Sale (OFS) in Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) by exercising the oversubscription option, doubling the issue size from 2.52% to 5.04% of the company’s paid-up equity share capital. According to an official stock exchange filing … Read more

India’s Amarya Bajaj Wins Dutch Junior Open U-13 Squash Title, Continues Remarkable Rise on International Stage

Amsterdam |: India’s young squash sensation Amarya Bajaj delivered another outstanding international performance by winning the Dutch Junior Open 2026 Boys’ Under-13 title, defeating England’s Daniel Stevenson 3-1 in the championship match. The victory marks another major milestone for one of India’s brightest emerging squash talents. The triumph comes just weeks after Bajaj secured a … Read more

Vector Technics Becomes India’s Largest Integrated Drone Propulsion Manufacturer

Hyderabad, India |: Vector Technics, a subsidiary of Zen Technologies Ltd., has achieved a major milestone by expanding its annual manufacturing capacity to 300,000 drone propulsion units, making it India’s largest fully integrated drone propulsion manufacturer. The expansion marks a significant step toward strengthening India’s indigenous drone manufacturing ecosystem and reducing dependence on imported components … Read more

LTM Limited Launches BlueVerse™ RightLogic to Strengthen Enterprise Cybersecurity in the AI Era

Mumbai : LTM Limited (formerly LTIMindtree), the flagship technology consulting and digital solutions company of the Larsen & Toubro Group, has announced the launch of BlueVerse™ RightLogic, a new cybersecurity risk management framework designed to help enterprises securely adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) while addressing evolving cyber threats. The new solution enables organizations to identify, assess, … Read more

WCL Recruitment 2026: Western Coalfields Limited Announces 444 Vacancies for Mining Sirdar and Assistant Foreman Posts

Nagpur, July 4: Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a Miniratna Category-I Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Coal and a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has announced a major recruitment drive for 444 statutory technical and supervisory positions. The vacancies will be filled through an online application process, offering eligible Indian candidates an opportunity … Read more

Chhattisgarh to Receive ₹11,664 Crore Grant for Rural Local Bodies Under 16th Finance Commission Recommendations

New Delhi/Raipur: The Government of Chhattisgarh is set to receive ₹11,664 crore (approximately $1.35 billion) in grants for its Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) under the 16th Finance Commission’s recommendations for the 2026–27 to 2030–31 period. The funding is aimed at strengthening Panchayats, improving rural infrastructure, and enhancing local governance across the state. The announcement was … Read more

Shreya Bhardwaj Receives One-Year Extension as Deputy Secretary in India’s Higher Education Department

New Delhi, India |: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved a one-year extension of the central deputation tenure of Shreya Bhardwaj, a 2012-batch Indian Ordnance Factories Service (IOFS) officer, allowing her to continue serving as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Higher Education until December 25, 2027, or until further orders, whichever … Read more

NTPC CMD Interview 2026: 18 Candidates Face Search Committee for India’s Top Power Sector Job

New Delhi, : NTPC Limited, India’s largest power generation company, has reached a crucial stage in selecting its next Chairman and Managing Director (CMD). The Search-cum-Selection Committee (SCSC) is conducting interviews today, July 4, 2026, with 18 shortlisted candidates competing for one of the most influential leadership positions in the country’s energy sector. The successful … Read more