Author: Rishabh Sharma

AGRA — HMA Agro Industries Limited, a prominent player in the global food trade and one of India’s leading exporters, has announced a significant restructuring of its top leadership. The company’s Board of Directors has approved the appointment and re-designation of Gulzar Ahmad as the Chairperson and Managing Director (CMD), effective June 3, 2026.

MUMBAI — The Board of Directors of Axis Bank Limited has approved the re-appointment of N.S. Vishwanathan as the bank’s Non-Executive (Part-time) Chairman. The extended tenure is scheduled to commence on October 27, 2026, ensuring a continued period of high-level oversight from one of India’s most respected financial regulators.

HYDERABAD — The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Vivek Nishant Nath to take the helm as Director (Commercial) of NMDC Limited, the nation’s premier iron ore producer.

NEW DELHI – In a strategic move to export its urban transit expertise to the world stage, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has appointed Sanjay Jamuar as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its newly formed subsidiary, Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL).

NEW DELHI — Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has issued a recovery roadmap for the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) following a fire incident earlier this month. The company confirmed that the Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) is expected to be back online in the second half of May 2026. The fire, which occurred on April 20, was localized to a heat exchanger stack. Detailed investigations suggest the blaze was likely caused by a leakage from a pressure gauge tapping point. Restoration and Impact Assessment Despite the setback, HPCL reported that the damage was contained: Localized Damage: The fire affected six…

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with a delegation from the Governing Body of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) on Saturday to celebrate the institution’s 100th anniversary. Recognizing SRCC as one of India’s most prestigious educational landmarks, the Prime Minister lauded its century-long journey of academic excellence and its vital role in “nation-building” by nurturing leaders across various sectors. Centenary Milestones To honor the historic occasion, the Prime Minister released a commemorative postage stamp marking the college’s centenary year. The meeting highlighted the institution’s evolution since its founding in 1926. Key Highlights: Academic Legacy: The PM praised…

NEW DELHI — In a regulatory filing submitted to the exchanges, Virtual Global Education Limited has confirmed the resignation of Ms. Surabhi Yadav from her position as Non-Executive Independent Director.

NEW DELHI — In a bid to bolster accountability and ethics in public administration, the Government of India has approved the empanelment of Rashmi Verma, a highly decorated retired civil servant, for appointment as an Independent External Monitor (IEM).

BENGALURU — Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the ‘Aditya’ complex at the BEML Tippasandra Campus today. This specialized facility is dedicated to the indigenous manufacturing of high-speed rail components, specifically focusing on the development of B-28 coaches. The Minister described the project as a milestone for Indian engineering, emphasizing that local production of such intricate technology is central to the “Developed India” vision. Redefining Southern Connectivity Minister Vaishnaw highlighted how high-speed rail will effectively merge major southern cities into integrated economic hubs by drastically reducing travel times: Chennai to Bengaluru: Expected to drop to just 73 minutes. Regional Integration: The…

JAMMU — Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh officially inaugurated the Jammu & Kashmir chapter of the Dr. Ambedkar Chamber of Commerce at Jammu University today. Addressing the gathering, the Minister urged the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities to shift from a job-seeking mindset to an entrepreneurial and investment-oriented approach. Empowering Weaker Sections Through Innovation Dr. Singh highlighted that the government has built a comprehensive support system to handhold marginalized communities from a young age, encouraging them to move beyond reliance on government employment. Financial Inclusion: He cited the Jan Dhan Scheme and MUDRA loans as transformative tools…