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HURL Gorakhpur Marks Major Milestone with Open Gym Inauguration and Commissioning of Advanced Rail Weighbridge

New Delhi: Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL) marked a landmark day at its Gorakhpur Fertilizer Plant with the inauguration of an Open Gym and Sports Ground and the commissioning of an Electronic In-Motion Weighbridge (EIMWB) under the PM Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal framework. The twin initiatives reflect HURL’s balanced focus on employee well-being … Read more

India–UK Free Trade Agreement Likely to Take Effect in April, 99% of Indian Exports to Get Zero-Duty Access

New Delhi — The long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is expected to come into force from April 2026, according to a senior government official. The landmark deal is projected to significantly boost bilateral trade and open the UK market widely to Indian labor-intensive industries. Zero Duty on 99% of … Read more

Punjab BJP Vice President Arvind Khanna Quits Party, Joins Shiromani Akali Dal

Sangrur, Punjab — In a significant political development in Punjab, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Punjab BJP Vice President Arvind Khanna has resigned from the party and formally joined the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). Khanna, a two-time Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), joined the Akali Dal in the presence of party president … Read more

India Likely to Send Senior Official to Bangladesh PM Swearing-In, Modi Unlikely to Attend

Dhaka/New Delhi — Following a landslide victory in Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Tarique Rahman is set to be sworn in as the country’s next prime minister on February 17. The head of Bangladesh’s interim government, Muhammad Yunus, has extended invitations to 13 countries, including India, to attend the swearing-in ceremony. However, … Read more

Three Siblings From One Family Enter World’s Top 10 Richest, Family Wealth Bigger Than Many Countries’ GDP

New Delhi: The global billionaire rankings have seen a dramatic shake-up in the first six weeks of this year, with some of the world’s most famous names slipping out of the top 10 and three siblings from the same family surging into it. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Jim Walton, Rob Walton, and Alice … Read more

India and South Korea Hold 6th Foreign Policy and Security Dialogue, Reaffirm Special Strategic Partnership

New Delhi/Seoul – : India and the Republic of Korea (RoK) held the 6th India–RoK Foreign Policy and Security Dialogue (FPSD), reaffirming their commitment to strengthening the Special Strategic Partnership and expanding cooperation across political, economic, defence, and regional domains. The dialogue was co-chaired by P. Kumaran, Secretary (East) in India’s Ministry of External Affairs, … Read more

PTC Industries’ Q3 FY26 Monitoring Report Shows No Deviation in ₹700 Crore QIP Utilisation: ICRA

Lucknow/Mumbai, India – : PTC Industries Limited has submitted its Monitoring Agency Report for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, confirming that there has been no deviation in the utilisation of proceeds raised through its Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP), according to the report prepared by ICRA Limited. The disclosure was made under Regulation 32(6) of … Read more

NHPC Limited Receives ESG Score of 61 from S&P Global

Faridabad, India –: NHPC Limited has been awarded an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Score of 61 out of 100 by S&P Global, the company said in a regulatory filing on Friday. The disclosure was made in accordance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. ESG Assessment Overview The … Read more

NLC India Limited Becomes First Indian PSU to Receive IPMA Delta Certification

New Delhi |In a landmark achievement for India’s public sector, NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has become the first Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) in the country to receive the prestigious IPMA Delta Competence Class 3 “Standardised” Certification, a globally recognized benchmark for organizational excellence in project management. The certification was formally conferred on Thursday at … Read more

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd Begins Construction of Two Coastal Research Vessels on Valentine’s Day

Kolkata, India |Reinforcing India’s push for self-reliance in strategic maritime capabilities, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) on Saturday commenced construction of two advanced Coastal Research Vessels (CRVs) for the Geological Survey of India (GSI) with a ceremonial steel-cutting event held in Kolkata. The ceremony was attended by Asit Saha, Director General of GSI, … Read more

How India’s Union Budget 2026–27 Lays the Groundwork for an AI and Cloud Powerhouse

New Delhi: India’s Union Budget 2026–27 sends a clear signal to global technology companies: the country wants to become a long-term hub for cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. At the heart of the strategy is an unprecedented tax incentive designed to draw massive, long-duration investments into India’s data center and semiconductor ecosystem. A … Read more

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Modi Government of ‘Cheating’ Cotton Farmers and Textile Exporters Over India–U.S. Trade Deal

New Delhi: India’s Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Saturday sharply criticized the Narendra Modi-led government over the interim India–U.S. trade deal, alleging that it unfairly harms India’s cotton farmers and textile exporters while favoring foreign interests. In a video statement posted on X, Gandhi accused the government of “spreading confusion” about tariff structures and … Read more

India–U.S. Trade Deal Could Lower Crude Oil Prices, Says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal

Mumbai, India: India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday that the interim trade agreement between India and the United States is expected to make crude oil and other energy products cheaper for India by ensuring secure supplies at competitive prices. Speaking about the agreement, Goyal said India’s growing energy needs have been … Read more

RailTel Wins ₹92.91 Crore Education Tech Contract; Shares in Spotlight

New Delhi, February 13, 2026: RailTel Corporation of India Ltd., a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has secured a ₹92.91 crore ($11.2 million approx.) work order from the Directorate of Education, GNCTD, boosting its growing presence in education technology infrastructure. The company disclosed the order to stock exchanges on Friday in line … Read more

India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Drop $6.7 Billion, Sharp Fall in Gold Holdings the Key Driver

Mumbai: India’s foreign exchange reserves fell sharply by $6.7 billion in the week ended February 6, 2026, primarily due to a steep decline in the value of gold reserves, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The RBI’s weekly statistical report showed that total forex reserves dropped by $6.711 billion to … Read more

Indian Stock Markets Slide 1% for the Week as AI Fears Drag IT Stocks to 10-Month Low

New Delhi: Indian equity markets ended a volatile week in the red, with benchmark indices falling around 1% amid global uncertainty and growing concerns over the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI). The selloff was led by heavy losses in information technology (IT) stocks, as investors worried that AI could disrupt traditional outsourcing and software … Read more

Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Eight Months Later, Father Receives Burnt Wedding Photos of Son and Daughter-in-Law, Grief Resurfaces

Banaskantha, Gujarat: Eight months after the devastating Ahmedabad plane crash, the pain of loss has returned for grieving families as personal belongings of the victims are finally being handed back. For one father, the return of these items reopened wounds that had never truly healed. India’s national carrier Air India has begun returning recovered belongings … Read more

T20 World Cup 2026: England Face Scotland Test, New Zealand Clash With South Africa in High-Stakes Saturday

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues to heat up as three crucial group-stage matches are scheduled for Saturday, February 14. Fans will witness Ireland take on Oman, England battle a confident Scotland, and a blockbuster showdown between New Zealand and South Africa. Ireland vs Oman: Search for First Win The day begins with … Read more

Dr. Hemant Sharad Pande Recommended as CMD of Western Coalfields Limited

New Delhi : In a significant development for India’s energy and mining sector, the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Dr. Hemant Sharad Pande for appointment as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Western Coalfields Limited (WCL). WCL is a Schedule ‘B’ Miniratna public sector undertaking and a key subsidiary of Coal India Limited, … Read more

ONGC Q3 Consolidated Profit Jumps 23%, Standalone Earnings Hit by Lower Crude Prices

New Delhi: India’s state-owned energy major Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) reported a strong 23 percent year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit for the third quarter of FY26, supported by margin expansion and improved contributions from subsidiaries, even as its standalone upstream business faced pressure from lower crude oil realizations. Consolidated net profit for … Read more

RBI Proposes Revised Guidelines to Strengthen Lead Bank Scheme

New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday released draft guidelines to revise the Lead Bank Scheme (LBS), aiming to streamline its operational framework and enhance the effectiveness of credit delivery and financial inclusion at the district level. Originally introduced in 1969, the Lead Bank Scheme focuses on coordinating efforts among banks, government … Read more

Indian Railways Opens Emergency Quota on Amrit Bharat, Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains

New Delhi: In a major passenger-friendly move, Indian Railways has announced the introduction of an Emergency Quota (EQ) on two of its most modern train services — Amrit Bharat Express and Vande Bharat Sleeper.The decision aims to ensure confirmed seats for travelers facing urgent and unavoidable situations. According to a new circular issued by the … Read more