New Delhi : IFCI Limited, a Government of India-owned non-banking financial company (NBFC), has reappointed Shri Jagdish Garwal as its Chief Risk Officer (CRO) for a further one-year term, the company said in a regulatory filing on Friday. The reappointment has been disclosed to the stock exchanges in compliance with Regulation 30 read with Schedule … Read more
Mumbai : Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) has informed stock exchanges that it has been fined ₹9,77,040 each by BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) for non-compliance with certain provisions of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Details of the Penalty … Read more
New Delhi : Japanese investors are showing growing confidence in India’s infrastructure story, with strong interest in Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC), the dedicated market borrowing arm of Indian Railways. IRFC recently wrapped up a two-day External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) roadshow in Tokyo on Feb. 26–27, aimed at diversifying its funding base and lowering borrowing … Read more
New Delhi : The Supreme Court of India has asked the Indian government to move away from colonial-era service norms and reconsider the retirement age and service conditions of officers in the Indian Coast Guard, observing that their evolving role is no longer reflected in existing regulations. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and … Read more
New Delhi: The Indian Embassy in Iran has issued a safety advisory urging Indian nationals in Iran to remain indoors and exercise extreme caution following escalating tensions in the region after joint military strikes by Israel and the United States. In an official statement shared on X on Saturday, the embassy said, “In view of … Read more
New Delhi: Bank customers across India are being advised to plan ahead, as bank branches will remain closed for up to 18 days in March 2026 due to a combination of festivals, weekends, and regional holidays, according to the official holiday calendar issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). March marks not only a … Read more
New Delhi — In a clear signal of its digital ambitions, India is charting a new course in artificial intelligence with a focus on what policymakers are calling “Sovereign AI” — homegrown, cost-effective models designed to meet local needs while keeping data within national borders. At the recent India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, … Read more
Pakistan / Afghanistan | New Delhi:Tensions along the Pakistan–Afghanistan border escalated sharply over the past 24 hours, with both countries reporting heavy military losses and Pakistan’s Defence Minister declaring an “open war” with the Afghan Taliban government along the disputed Durand Line. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Islamabad has launched a large-scale retaliatory military … Read more
New Delhi: As the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections draw closer, the Indian National Congress is witnessing intense internal competition, with multiple senior and young leaders vying for a limited number of seats. Elections to 37 Rajya Sabha seats are scheduled for March 16, while the last date for filing nominations is March 5. According to … Read more
New Delhi: In a move aimed at improving passenger convenience and reducing congestion at enquiry counters, Indian Railways has introduced a QR code–based live train information system at Gorakhpur railway station in Uttar Pradesh. Passengers can now scan a QR code displayed across the station to instantly access a live webpage on their mobile phones. … Read more
New Delhi: In a strong signal against VIP culture and misuse of official privilege, Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has issued a show-cause notice to a senior official of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) after details of an extravagant travel protocol went viral on social media. The controversy centers on a proposed visit to Prayagraj … Read more
New Delhi: The Government of India has released draft income tax rules and forms under the proposed Income Tax Act, 2025, introducing stricter disclosure norms aimed at curbing fraudulent tax claims and improving transparency in the tax system. The new law is scheduled to come into effect on April 1, 2026. Stakeholders have been invited … Read more
New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a petition seeking inclusion of Pasmanda Muslims under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category for reservation benefits. During preliminary observations, the court noted that OBC classification is determined not only by social status but also by economic factors. The petition was filed by Mohammad … Read more
Raipur, India : The State Economic Offences Investigation and Anti-Corruption Bureau (EOW/ACB) of Chhattisgarh has arrested Anwar Dhebar in connection with an alleged large-scale overtime payment scam involving the Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corporation Limited (CSMCL). According to officials, the arrest was made on Sunday in a case registered under Sections 7B and 8 of the … Read more
New Delhi, India — NBCC (India) Limited on Monday held high-level discussions with a delegation from the Republic of Seychelles, led by Vice President Sebastien Pillay, to explore collaboration on a large-scale island infrastructure development project. The meeting, held at NBCC’s headquarters in New Delhi, focused on the proposed integrated development of approximately 139 acres … Read more
Ahmedabad, India — Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has raised ₹1,000 crore (approximately $120 million) through the private placement of five-year non-convertible debentures (NCDs), according to a regulatory filing made with Indian stock exchanges on Monday. The company allotted 100,000 rated, listed, secured, and redeemable NCDs, each with a face value of … Read more
New Delhi — Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) on Monday formally marked the superannuation of Arunangshu Sarkar, Director (Strategy & Corporate Affairs), concluding a distinguished career that spanned close to 40 years with India’s largest oil and gas producer. Shri Sarkar joined ONGC in 1987 as a petroleum engineer and steadily rose through … Read more
Mumbai, India / London, UK / Warren, NJ — LTI Mindtree announced on Monday that it has signed a strategic, multi-year contract valued at $100 million with a leading European medical technology company specializing in advanced hearing and audiology solutions. The seven-year engagement represents one of LTI Mindtree’s largest MedTech-focused deals to date and significantly … Read more
New Delhi — Central Railway has recorded revenue of ₹404.72 crore (approximately $49 million) from the sale of scrap during the financial year 2025–26, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing “Zero Scrap” initiative aimed at improving resource efficiency and financial sustainability. As of February 11, 2026, scrap sales registered a growth of about 2.81 … Read more
New Delhi — RailTel Corporation of India Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with Tata Communications Limited to modernize India’s digital backbone and accelerate the country’s transition toward AI-driven infrastructure. RailTel, a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, operates one of India’s largest neutral telecom networks, spanning more than 63,000 route kilometers … Read more
New Delhi: The world’s largest and most well-known cryptocurrency is going through one of its darkest phases in recent years. Bitcoin has plunged more than 40% from its recent peak, wiping out billions of dollars in investor wealth. But market experts say the real concern is not just the steep fall in prices—it’s the near-complete … Read more
New Delhi: Pari Bishnoi, the daughter-in-law of former Haryana Chief Minister Bhajan Lal, is counted among India’s most talked-about young IAS officers. At just 23 years of age, Pari Bishnoi secured an impressive All India Rank 30 in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination, 2019—an achievement that continues to inspire lakhs of … Read more
Mumbai : Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has announced a significant change in its senior management following the superannuation of Sanjay Kumar Mazumder, Executive Director, who concluded a distinguished career spanning more than 37 years in India’s energy sector. A Mechanical Engineer by training, Shri Mazumder joined ONGC in 1989 and went on to … Read more
New Delhi: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a premier Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has released the official notification for Graduate Apprentice Engineer recruitment for the 2026–27 training year. The drive aims to engage 544 engineering graduates across multiple disciplines under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). This … Read more
