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Adani Group Commits to Build 2,000-Bed Super-Specialty Hospital in West Bengal, Half the Capacity Reserved for Free Treatment

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Kolkata, India: In a major boost to West Bengal’s healthcare infrastructure, the Adani Group has announced plans to establish a 2,000-bed state-of-the-art hospital in New Town, Kolkata. The project is expected to become one of the largest private healthcare facilities in eastern India, significantly expanding access to advanced medical services. According to the announcement made … Read more

Coal India Boosts Power Sector Coal Supply by 5.9% in June, Strengthens Q1FY27 Performance

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Kolkata : Coal India Limited (CIL) has reported a strong increase in coal supplies to India’s power sector, reinforcing its commitment to meeting the country’s growing electricity demand during the peak summer season. According to a regulatory filing submitted to the stock exchanges, the state-owned Maharatna PSU supplied 51.44 million tonnes (MT) of coal to … Read more

GRSE Announces Major Senior Management Restructuring, Promotes Eight Executives and Appoints New General Manager (Technical)

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Kolkata: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), one of India’s leading defense public sector shipyards, has announced a significant senior management restructuring, promoting eight senior executives and appointing a new General Manager (Technical). The leadership changes were disclosed through separate regulatory filings submitted to the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE Limited on June … Read more

Coal India to Close Share Trading Window from July 1 Ahead of Q1 FY2026-27 Financial Results

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Kolkata, India | — Coal India Limited (CIL), India’s largest coal producer and a state-owned mining giant, has announced that its share trading window will remain closed from July 1, 2026, ahead of the release of its first-quarter (Q1) financial results for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The company disclosed the decision through an official regulatory … Read more

West Bengal Leader Claims 10,000 Illegal Immigrants Deported, 1,800 More in Detention

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Kolkata : A senior West Bengal political leader has claimed that 10,000 illegal immigrants have already been deported from the state, while another 1,800 individuals are currently being held in 12 detention (holding) centers awaiting deportation. The remarks came during a discussion on the Governor’s Address in the state legislative assembly. Addressing lawmakers, the leader … Read more

TMC Leader Jahangir Khan Arrested Near Nepal Border While Allegedly Planning Escape

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Kolkata, India |In a major breakthrough for law enforcement agencies, Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Jahangir Khan was arrested on Monday by the West Bengal Police and the Special Task Force (STF) near the India-Nepal border, officials confirmed. According to sources, Khan, a former TMC candidate from the Falta Assembly constituency, had been missing since the … Read more

NTPC and UPRVUNL Sign SJVA-III to Expand Meja Power Plant Capacity to 3×800 MW

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Lucknow, India | In a major boost to India’s power generation sector, NTPC Limited and Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL) have signed the Supplementary Joint Venture Agreement (SJVA)-III to significantly expand the capacity of the Meja Thermal Power Project. The agreement marks a crucial milestone in strengthening Uttar Pradesh’s energy infrastructure and … Read more

NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh Takes Additional Charge as Chairman of DVC, Reviews Operations in Kolkata

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Kolkata : In a significant development for India’s power sector, Gurdeep Singh, the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of NTPC Limited, has been entrusted with the additional charge of Chairman of Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), effective June 1, 2026. Following the assumption of his new responsibilities, Shri Singh visited the DVC Headquarters in Kolkata, where … Read more

HPCL CVO Ved Prakash Verma Given Additional Charge as Chief Vigilance Officer of MRPL

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New Delhi : In a significant administrative move aimed at ensuring uninterrupted vigilance oversight in the public sector energy domain, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has approved the appointment of Shri Ved Prakash Verma, Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), to hold the additional charge of Chief Vigilance Officer … Read more

Coal India Limited CVO Highlights Proactive Vigilance Model at Oil India Review Meeting in Siliguri

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Siliguri, West Bengal |Coal India Limited Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) Shri Brajesh Kumar Tripathy addressed vigilance officials of Oil India Limited during a Vigilance Review Meeting held in Siliguri, West Bengal, emphasizing the importance of proactive vigilance, ethical governance, and participative decision-making in India’s public sector enterprises. During the session, Tripathy shared several innovative initiatives … Read more

Coal India Limited Reports 11% Rise in Q4 Profit; Declares ₹5.25 Final Dividend, FY26 Payout at ₹26.50 per Share

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Kolkata, April 27, 2026: Coal India Limited (CIL), the world’s largest coal producer and a Maharatna public sector enterprise, has announced its audited consolidated financial results for the quarter and full year ended March 31, 2026, reporting steady quarterly growth and a substantial shareholder payout. The company posted a 11% year-over-year (YoY) increase in Q4 … Read more

Coal India Limited Hosts Workshop on Electrifying Mining Fleet to Advance Net-Zero Goals

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New Delhi / Kolkata: Coal India Limited has taken a significant step toward sustainable mining by organizing a high-level workshop on the electrification of mining dumpers and trucks at its corporate headquarters in Kolkata. The initiative aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, cut operational costs, and accelerate the company’s transition toward environmentally responsible mining … Read more

DVC Highlights Strategic Communication and AI at National PR Day 2026 in Kolkata

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Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) marked its participation in the National Public Relations Day 2026 celebrations, underscoring the growing importance of strategic communication and emerging technologies in public relations. The event was organized by the Public Relations Society of India (PRSI), Kolkata Chapter, and hosted at THK Jain College. The gathering brought together professionals from industry, … Read more

Coal India Clears Up to 25% Stake Sale in SECL, Plans Fresh Equity Issue Ahead of IPO

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Kolkata, March 23, 2026: Coal India Limited (CIL) has granted in-principle approval to divest up to 25% of its equity stake in South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) through an Offer for Sale (OFS), while also approving a fresh equity issuance of up to 10% of SECL’s post-issue paid-up capital. The move marks a significant step … Read more

Center Seeks Report from West Bengal Over Alleged Protocol Lapse During President’s Visit

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Kolkata / New Delhi: The controversy surrounding the alleged “insult” to President Droupadi Murmu during her recent visit to North Bengal has intensified, prompting the central government to demand an explanation from the West Bengal administration. According to officials, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has asked the West Bengal government to submit a detailed … Read more

Japanese Academic Delegation Meets Coal India Leadership to Discuss Energy Transition

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Kolkata, India: A delegation of Japanese academics met senior leadership of Coal India Limited to discuss cooperation on energy transition and responsible mine closure, highlighting growing international collaboration in the mining sector. The meeting took place at Coal India’s corporate headquarters in Kolkata and was attended by the company’s Chairman B. Sairam, Director (HR) Vinay … Read more

Bangladesh Invites PM Modi as BNP Prepares to Take Power Under Tarique Rahman

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Dhaka: Bangladesh is set to witness a major political transition on Tuesday as the newly elected government led by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) prepares to take the oath of office on February 17. The swearing-in ceremony will be held at the South Plaza of the National Parliament in Dhaka, with invitations extended to leaders … Read more

Fear and Flight in North Asansol Village After Blanket Distribution Controversy

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Asansol, West Bengal: A village in the North Asansol Assembly constituency has witnessed a wave of fear and uncertainty, with several men allegedly fleeing their homes amid apprehension of police action following a controversy linked to a blanket distribution program. The incident has revived memories of a tragic stampede that occurred nearly three years ago … Read more

PM Modi Makes Cultural Pitch in Bengal, Seeks to Counter TMC’s ‘Outsider’ Narrative

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Singur (West Bengal):Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday sought to counter the Trinamool Congress’s long-standing “outsider” narrative by underscoring his government’s initiatives aimed at honouring Bengal’s culture, language and legacy. Addressing a public rally in Singur ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, the Prime Minister highlighted the installation of Netaji Subash Chandra Bose’s statue … Read more