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New Delhi, India — India’s central government has announced two important bureaucratic appointments in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), a key ministry responsible for industrial policy, investment promotion, and internal trade regulation in the country. The appointments were officially confirmed by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) through memorandums … Read more

Indian politician and author Shashi Tharoor has gone viral on social media after delivering a witty and dramatic response to a user who jokingly claimed that “Rasgulla is nothing but an idli dipped in sugar syrup.” The debate began when a social media user posted the humorous comparison online, sparking reactions from food lovers across … Read more

New Delhi, India — A new survey has revealed that nearly six out of every ten Indian consumers are reconsidering their gold-buying habits after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to reduce unnecessary gold purchases in an effort to ease pressure on the country’s foreign exchange reserves. According to the survey findings, around 61% of … Read more

New Delhi, India — The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) collected more than ₹20 crore (approximately $2.4 million) from students seeking re-evaluation and re-verification of Class 10 and Class 12 board examination answer sheets during the 2024-25 academic session, according to information revealed through a Right to Information (RTI) application. The RTI response disclosed … Read more

Mumbai/New York — Indian billionaire banker Uday Kotak has raised fresh concerns about the growing pressure created by the United States’ expanding debt burden, warning that rising borrowing costs in the world’s largest economy could have major global consequences. Speaking on current macroeconomic trends, Kotak pointed to the sharp increase in US Treasury yields as … Read more

Ahmedabad/New Delhi — Contrary to widespread speculation circulating in sections of the media, Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has not been invited to attend the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final in Ahmedabad. Sources familiar with the matter clarified that Naqvi will instead participate virtually in the upcoming annual board … Read more

RANCHI, Jharkhand — India’s clean energy transition received a major boost in eastern India as GAIL (India) Limited hosted a high-level City Gas Distribution (CGD) Infrastructure Review Meeting in Ranchi to accelerate the expansion of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) networks across Jharkhand. The meeting was chaired by Anjani Kumar Tiwari, … Read more

New Delhi |The government of India has announced new restrictions on silver imports as part of a broader effort to reduce pressure on the country’s trade deficit and control the sharp rise in precious metal shipments entering the country. Under the revised import policy, the import of silver bars containing 99.9% or more purity by … Read more

New Delhi / Mumbai |The investigation into the alleged leak of the NEET UG 2026 examination paper has widened after reports claimed that one of the main accused, PV Kulkarni, allegedly operated an organized network targeting students across the western Indian state of Maharashtra. According to investigative reports, Kulkarni — who was reportedly associated with … Read more

San Francisco |OpenAI is reportedly undergoing a major internal restructuring as the company intensifies its push to dominate the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence industry. According to reports, OpenAI President Greg Brockman will now take on expanded responsibilities, overseeing not only the company’s AI infrastructure but also its broader product strategy. The move comes as OpenAI … Read more

New Delhi | Surya Kant has issued a clarification regarding controversy surrounding his alleged remarks about unemployed youth, stating that his comments were “misquoted” and taken out of context. The Chief Justice strongly rejected claims that he insulted India’s younger generation and emphasized that the country’s youth continues to inspire him. Addressing the issue publicly, … Read more

New Delhi : India’s state-owned copper producer, Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), has taken a significant step toward expanding its international footprint after signing a Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement (NDA) with Chile-based CODELCO, the world’s largest copper producer. The development was officially disclosed following a board meeting held on May 15, 2026, marking a major advancement … Read more

NEW DELHI — Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, India’s central power transmission utility and one of the country’s largest state-owned infrastructure companies, announced strong audited financial results for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, reporting steady profit growth, robust shareholder returns, and major strategic developments aimed at strengthening its long-term transmission business. The … Read more

New Delhi, India |The Indian government has revised its windfall tax structure on fuel exports, imposing a new Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) of ₹3 per litre on petrol exports, while simultaneously reducing duties on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF). The revised tax rates came into effect on May 16, 2026, according to an … Read more

New Delhi, India |Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has firmly denied media reports claiming that the Indian government was considering imposing a new tax, cess, or surcharge on overseas travel by Indian citizens. The clarification came after reports circulated suggesting that the central government was exploring additional levies on foreign travel as part of potential … Read more

New Delhi, India | In a major breakthrough against international narcotics trafficking, Indian authorities have carried out the country’s first-ever seizure of Captagon, a highly controversial amphetamine-based stimulant commonly referred to as the “Jihadi Drug,” Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Saturday. The seizure, valued at approximately ₹182 crore (around $22 million), was made … Read more

New Delhi, India : India’s largest power transmission utility, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), has approved investments worth ₹584.13 crore (approximately $70 million) for three strategic transmission and communication infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening the country’s electricity network and digital grid capabilities. The approvals were granted by the company’s “Committee of Directors on … Read more

New Delhi, May 2026: The Ministry of Railways has officially approved the permanent absorption of senior Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE) officer Manoj Kumar Pandey into Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), marking another important administrative transition between Indian Railways and its public sector undertakings. The decision was formalized through an order issued by … Read more

New Delhi: GAIL (India) Limited has invited applications for the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme 2026, offering young Indians an opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience, professional training, and financial support while working with one of the country’s leading energy companies. The initiative is aimed at preparing students and young graduates for future employment by providing … Read more

Mumbai: State-owned lender UCO Bank has announced a significant change in its Board of Directors after the Government of India nominated senior bureaucrat Hari Har Mishra as Director on the bank’s board with immediate effect. The appointment was disclosed through an official regulatory filing submitted to stock exchanges on Wednesday. Mishra replaces Sudhir Shyam, who … Read more