Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI — Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to social justice, announcing that ₹7,981.47 crore was disbursed to over 75 lakh Scheduled Caste (SC) beneficiaries during the 2025–26 financial year. The funding underscores a strategic push toward educational empowerment and targeted welfare for India’s most marginalized communities, including SCs, OBCs, transgender persons, and sanitation workers. Significant Growth in Educational Support Scholarship schemes for SC students saw a substantial year-on-year increase compared to FY 2024–25, highlighting a focused investment in grassroots education: Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme: 21% increase in expenditure. Post-Matric Scholarship…

NEW DELHI — On the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to public representatives across India, emphasizing the spirit of selfless service. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister highlighted the crucial role local leaders play in nation-building and grassroots governance. To underscore the ethical duties of a leader, PM Modi shared a profound Sanskrit Subhashitam, illustrating the ideal relationship between a representative and the citizens. The Essence of Leadership: A Sanskrit Perspective The Prime Minister quoted a traditional verse that defines the true nature of a public servant: “प्रजासुखे सुखं…

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over a fatal road accident in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, which claimed the lives of eight individuals on Thursday. In addition to offering his condolences, the Prime Minister has sanctioned financial assistance for the victims and their families from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF). The accident occurred when a vehicle, reportedly carrying occupants returning from a funeral in Rishikesh, plunged nearly 300 meters into a gorge near Nail on the Chamba-Koti road. Financial Assistance Details To support the affected families during this tragedy, the Prime…

HYDERABAD — The Board of Directors of Seshachal Technologies Limited has formalized the induction of Raj Singh Rawat into its top leadership tier. Rawat has been appointed as an Additional Director and will take on the executive responsibilities of Managing Director.

MUMBAI — Tata Teleservices (Maharashtra) Limited (TTML) has officially announced the re-appointment of Harjit Singh as the company’s Managing Director. The decision, cleared by the Board of Directors, reaffirms the company’s commitment to its current strategic trajectory under Singh’s established leadership.

NEW DELHI — In a major leadership transition within India’s Maharatna PSUs, the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has picked Amol Babulal Taori to take over as the next Director (Finance) of Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID).

NEW DELHI — Anant Kumar, a senior officer from the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME), has been formally empanelled for Joint Secretary or equivalent-level posts within the Government of India.

NEW DELHI — In a major boost to his administrative career, Manvendra Singh, a high-ranking official from the Indian Railway Service of Signal Engineers (IRSSE), has been empanelled for Joint Secretary or equivalent-level posts within the Government of India.

NEW DELHI – Addressing a national conference at Jamia Millia Islamia on Earth Day, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted that India’s shift toward a green economy will be the primary engine for future employment and startup growth. The Minister emphasized that renewable energy, electric mobility, and the circular economy are creating a paradigm shift in India’s development model. Key Pillars of Green Growth National Green Hydrogen Mission: With an outlay of over ₹19,000 crore, this initiative is spearheading clean industrial transformation in sectors like steel and cement. Energy Diversification: Beyond solar and wind, the Minister identified ocean energy and…

DEHRADUN – The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) is making rapid progress on a 12 km Greenfield four-lane bypass designed to divert transit traffic away from the heart of Dehradun. With an investment of ₹716 crore, the project has already achieved 44% physical progress and is slated for completion by April 2027. Strategic Route & Connectivity The bypass acts as a crucial link to the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, creating a south-western alternate route for commuters. Alignment: Starts at Jhajhra, connects the Paonta Sahib-Ballupur section of NH-7, and concludes near the Asharori Check Post. Inter-State Impact: It will streamline travel…