Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI – Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, recently held a virtual interaction with participants of the Ashtalakshmi Darshan Youth Exchange Programme. The session featured 100 students from Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Goa, and Delhi, who shared their experiences from a month-long immersive tour of Northeast India. Bridging the Cultural Divide Launched in late 2025, the programme is a flagship initiative aimed at fostering “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” by connecting youth from across India with the “Ashtalakshmi”—the eight states of the Northeast. Key Student Reflections: Cultural Immersion: Students from Goa…

SULTANPUR – The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully activated an Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) on the Purvanchal Expressway in Uttar Pradesh on April 22, 2026. The high-stakes exercise demonstrated the IAF’s ability to transform public infrastructure into operational airbases during conflict or natural disasters. The drill was observed by Air Marshal B Manikantan (AOC-in-C, Central Air Command) and UP State Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar. Diverse Fleet and Night Ops The exercise marked a significant milestone by validating both day and night operations on a highway strip. A wide array of aircraft participated to test the versatility of the landing stretch:…

MUMBAI – KDJ Holidayscapes and Resorts Limited has officially named Ravikumar Gaurishankar Patel as its new Chairman. The appointment, confirmed by the company’s Board of Directors, marks a major transition in the firm’s top-tier leadership as it seeks to redefine its position in the competitive vacation and leisure market.

NEW DELHI – Senior IPS officer Ashish Kumar Mishra has officially moved to the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) following his appointment as Commandant (General Duty). The move, approved on a deputation basis, sees the seasoned officer transitioning from the AGMUT cadre to the central paramilitary ranks.

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow on Wednesday following a fatal accident in the Valsad district of Gujarat. Taking to social media, the Prime Minister extended his sympathies to the families affected by the tragedy. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the PM stated: “The loss of lives due to a mishap in Valsad, Gujarat, is saddening. My thoughts are with the bereaved families in this hour of grief. Praying for the swift recovery of the injured.” The Prime Minister’s office confirmed that he is monitoring the situation and has wished for the fast recovery…

INDORE – In a move to bolster its corporate leadership, Kabra Drugs Limited has officially inducted Ms. Monam Kapoor into its Board of Directors. She joins the pharmaceutical firm as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director, a strategic appointment aimed at enhancing the company’s governance and oversight.

CHENNAI – Senior Tamil Nadu cadre IPS officer C Mageswari is set for a move to the national capital following her official empanelment for Joint Secretary or equivalent positions within the Government of India.

RAIPUR/BHILAI — In a major push toward workplace safety, the Universal Rail Mill (URM) of SAIL-Bhilai Steel Plant has launched “Suraksha Bandhan,” a dedicated initiative aimed at strengthening the safety culture among contract workers. Inaugurated by Chief General Manager Shri Yogesh Shastri, the program establishes a direct bridge between the workforce and departmental leadership. Key Objectives The initiative is designed to move beyond traditional top-down safety protocols by fostering a participatory environment: Direct Dialogue: Providing a structured platform for contract workers to share real-time feedback on operational challenges and safety needs. Inclusive Decision-Making: Management will actively integrate field-level suggestions into…

NEW DELHI — Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat today unveiled the curtain raiser for a landmark event: the Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Tathagata. For the first time in India, the sacred relics of Lord Buddha will be moved from their original repository for a public exposition in Ladakh from May 1 to May 15, 2026. A Global Message of Peace Addressing a gathering at the National Museum, Shekhawat emphasized that the exposition is a historic initiative aimed at fostering global harmony. Significance: The Minister noted that Buddha’s teachings on non-violence and compassion…

NEW DELHI — Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has officially addressed the cancellation of its recent tender for jack-up rigs, citing an “unusually steep” price hike and suspicious bidding patterns that suggested potential collusion among participants. The clarification follows media reports questioning the state-run major’s procurement decisions. Suspicious Price Escalation During the evaluation process, ONGC observed a massive surge in day rates that defied market logic: The Hike: Rates jumped from USD 35,606 to USD 56,195 in just nine months—a 60% escalation. The Verdict: The organization deemed this increase beyond the bounds of reasonable competitive behavior, raising red flags…