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NTPC Limited to Acquire Full Ownership of Waste-to-Energy JV After Agreement with Municipal Corporation of Delhi

New Delhi, India | India’s largest power generation company, NTPC Limited, has announced that it will acquire the remaining 26% equity stake in NTPC EDMC Waste Solutions Private Limited (NEWS) from the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), making the waste-to-energy company a wholly-owned subsidiary of NTPC. The development follows the signing of a termination agreement … Read more

Hindustan Copper Limited Appoints Kulveer Singh Yadav as Government Nominee Director

New Delhi, India | State-owned mining company Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has announced the appointment of Kulveer Singh Yadav as Part-time Official (Government Nominee) Director on the company’s Board of Directors, effective May 7, 2026. The appointment was formally disclosed to both the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited under Regulation … Read more

Public Relations Society Delhi Celebrates National PR Day, Honors Veteran Media and Communication Professionals

New Delhi, India: Public Relations Society Delhi (PRSD) celebrated National PR Day with a grand event at the Press Club of India, recognizing several distinguished veterans for their exceptional contributions to public relations, corporate communications, journalism, and media outreach. The ceremony brought together senior communication professionals, media veterans, branding experts, and industry leaders from across … Read more

Bharat Electronics Limited Wins Top Honour at FPJ & CareEdge Annual Report Awards 2026

Bengaluru, India | Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has been declared the winner in the Aerospace & Defence category at the prestigious 4th edition of the Free Press Journal and CareEdge Annual Report Awards 2026. The recognition highlights BEL’s commitment to excellence in corporate reporting, transparency, governance standards, and stakeholder communication … Read more

BJP Leader Suvendu Adhikari’s Personal Assistant Shot Dead in West Bengal Amid Post-Election Tensions

A major political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after Chandranath Rath, the personal assistant and executive aide to senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, was shot dead in a targeted attack late Wednesday night in the Madhyamgram area near Kolkata. The killing comes less than 48 hours after the declaration of the West Bengal Assembly … Read more

Congress Charts New Political Course in Tamil Nadu by Backing TVK and Vijay

In a dramatic political shift in Tamil Nadu, the Indian National Congress has decided to support actor-turned-politician Vijay and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), signaling a major realignment in the southern state’s political landscape. The move comes after TVK delivered a stunning electoral performance by winning 108 assembly seats in the recently concluded Tamil … Read more

NMDC Receives Industry Award for Excellence, Innovation and Operational Efficiency

New Delhi : NMDC Limited has been honored with a prestigious industry award recognizing the company’s achievements in operational excellence, innovation, and efficiency, reaffirming its growing role in advancing modern mining practices and industrial transformation in India. The recognition was presented during a high-level industry forum focused on the future of Industry 5.0, where leaders … Read more

ICICI Lombard Allots Over 1.03 Lakh Equity Shares Under Employee Benefit Schemes

Mumbai : ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Limited has announced the allotment of 1,03,173 equity shares under its employee stock-based compensation schemes, according to a regulatory filing submitted to the stock exchanges. The company informed both the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India that the shares, having a face value of ₹10 … Read more

MECL, HCL and NALCO Chiefs Hold Strategic Review Meeting on National Critical Minerals Mission in Siliguri

Siliguri : Senior officials from India’s Ministry of Mines and top executives of leading public sector mining companies convened in Siliguri to review the progress and future roadmap of the National Critical Minerals Mission, a major government initiative aimed at strengthening India’s self-reliance in strategically important mineral resources. The high-level meeting was attended by Shri … Read more

Cochin Shipyard Announces 40 Apprentice Rigger Vacancies Under ATS Scheme 2026

Kochi : Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), a Government of India Miniratna Category-I public sector enterprise, has invited online applications for 40 Apprentice Rigger positions under its two-year Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) for 2026. The recruitment is being conducted under the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961. According to the official notification issued by CSL, the … Read more

Railway Board Extends Deputation of IRTS Officer Srishti Gupta at NCRTC Till 2028

New Delhi : The Ministry of Railways has approved the extension of deputation tenure of Ms. Srishti Gupta, an officer of the Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS), who is currently serving with National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) as Senior Associate Lead (Strategy). According to an official order issued by the Railway Board, Ms. Gupta’s … Read more

IRCON International Appoints IRSSE Officer Ravi Chaudhary as General Manager (S&T) on Deputation

New Delhi  The Ministry of Railways has approved the deputation of Shri Ravi Chaudhary, a senior officer of the Indian Railway Service of Signal Engineers (IRSSE), to IRCON International Limited as General Manager (Signalling & Telecommunications) in Guwahati for a tenure of three years. According to an official order issued by the Railway Board, the … Read more

L&T Secures Mega Contract from JSW Steel to Drive Major Expansion in India’s Metals Sector

New Delhi  — Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured a landmark “mega” contract from JSW Steel, marking the largest domestic order ever awarded to its Minerals & Metals (M&M) division. The deal underscores strong momentum in India’s steel sector and reinforces L&T’s position as a leading engineering and construction player. The announcement was made through … Read more

GAIL Commissions 74 kW Rooftop Solar Plant in Varanasi, Advancing India’s Clean Energy Push

Varanasi, India — : GAIL (India) Limited has commissioned a 74-kilowatt (kW) rooftop solar power plant in Varanasi, marking another step in the country’s transition toward renewable energy and reduced carbon emissions. The project was formally inaugurated by Rajeev Kumar Singhal, Director (Business Development) at GAIL, underscoring the company’s continued focus on sustainability and energy … Read more

Mumbai Indians Pull Off Record Chase to Defeat Lucknow Super Giants by 6 Wickets in IPL 2026 Thriller

Mumbai, India — In one of the most electrifying matches of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, Mumbai Indians (MI) pulled off a historic run chase to defeat Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by six wickets at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. Chasing a daunting target of 229 runs, Mumbai reached 229/4 in just 18.4 overs—sealing victory … Read more

SBI Announces Candidates for Shareholder Director Elections Ahead of May 15 General Meeting

Mumbai  — State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest public sector lender, has released the final list of candidates contesting for shareholder director positions on its Central Board. The election is scheduled to take place during the bank’s General Meeting of Shareholders on May 15, 2026. The meeting will be conducted virtually through video … Read more

India Delivers 4.7 Million LPG Cylinders in a Day, Assures Uninterrupted Supply Amid West Asia Tensions

New Delhi  — India’s domestic cooking gas supply remains stable despite escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, with the government confirming that nearly 4.7 million LPG cylinders were delivered nationwide in a single day. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the large-scale distribution on Saturday reflects the country’s strong supply chain resilience … Read more

POWERGRID Opens Officer Trainee (Company Secretary) Role for ST Candidates; Applications Close May 19

New Delhi, : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has launched a Special Recruitment Drive for the post of Officer Trainee (Company Secretary) exclusively for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates. The application window is open until May 19, 2026, and candidates must apply online through the company’s official careers portal. Operating under the Ministry of … Read more

Ajay Verma Assumes Charge as Executive Director (VPHEP) at THDC India Limited

New Delhi : Ajay Verma has assumed charge as Executive Director (VPHEP) at THDC India Limited (THDCIL) effective May 1, 2026, marking a significant leadership elevation within the organization. His promotion follows the recommendation of the Departmental Promotion Committee, elevating him from the position of Chief General Manager (E8) to Executive Director (E9). Strong Technical … Read more

Praveer Kumar Srivastava Assumes Charge as Managing Director of Mahanagar Gas Limited

Mumbai : Praveer Kumar Srivastava has officially taken over as the Managing Director of Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL), effective April 30, 2026, marking a key leadership transition at one of India’s leading city gas distribution companies. Extensive Industry Experience Mr. Srivastava brings more than three decades of diverse experience from GAIL India Limited (GAIL), where … Read more

Dr. Veena Kumari Dermal Appointed Part-Time Official Director on NALCO Board

Bhubaneswar : State-owned aluminium producer National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has announced the appointment of Dr. Veena Kumari Dermal as a Part-time Official Director on its Board, with immediate effect. The appointment was made through an order dated May 4, 2026, issued by the Ministry of Mines, in accordance with the SEBI Listing Obligations and … Read more

Kulveer Singh Yadav Appointed Government Nominee Director on Hindustan Copper Board

New Delhi : State-owned mining company Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has announced the appointment of Kulveer Singh Yadav as a Part-time Official (Government Nominee) Director on its Board, effective immediately. The appointment was communicated by the Ministry of Mines through an official order dated May 4, 2026, in line with the disclosure requirements under the … Read more

Government Nominee Director Vinod Kumar Steps Down from RITES Board Following Defence Ministry Appointment

New Delhi : RITES Limited has officially announced that Vinod Kumar has ceased to serve as Government Nominee Director on its Board, effective May 4, 2026. The development was disclosed to both the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) and BSE Limited in compliance with regulatory requirements. Regulatory Disclosure The company confirmed that the update … Read more

SECL Reviews FY26 Performance, Sets Strategic Roadmap for FY27 at Bilaspur Steering Committee Meeting

New Delhi/Bilaspur, India — : South Eastern Coalfields Limited, one of India’s largest coal-producing companies, convened its Steering Committee meeting at its headquarters in Bilaspur to review performance for fiscal year 2025–26 and outline strategic priorities for FY 2026–27. The meeting brought together senior management, functional directors, and representatives from major labor unions, reflecting the … Read more