Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI – Lieutenant General Abhijit S Pendharkar, the current General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Dimapur-based Spear Corps (3 Corps), is set to take over as the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) of the Indian Army.

NEW DELHI – In a significant leadership transition for India’s largest public-sector steel maker, the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Dr. Ashok Kumar Panda for the position of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL).

GANDHINAGAR – Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Gujarat on March 31, 2026, for a high-impact tour centered on technological self-reliance, cultural heritage, and infrastructure expansion. The visit includes the inauguration of India’s second commercial semiconductor plant and the launch of projects worth over ₹20,000 crore. Key Highlights of the Visit: Jain Heritage at Koba Tirth: On the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, the PM will inaugurate the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar. Named after the grandson of Emperor Ashoka, the museum features seven galleries showcasing over 2,000 rare Jain artifacts, manuscripts, and immersive digital exhibits. Semiconductor Milestone in…

NEW DELHI – State-run hydropower giant NHPC Limited has announced a strategic increase in its core portfolio, officially raising its stake in the Ratle Hydroelectric Power Corporation to 51%. The move, confirmed on March 29, 2026, transitions the project into a majority-owned subsidiary of NHPC. The stake increase from 49.72% follows the allotment of additional equity shares after NHPC released its matching equity contribution. The development signals a long-term commitment to expanding India’s renewable and hydroelectric energy capacity. Tax Dispute: NHDC Limited Receives Demand Notice In a separate regulatory filing, NHPC informed stock exchanges that its subsidiary, NHDC Limited, has…

BENGALURU – Biocon Limited has announced the appointment of Shreehas Pradeep Tambe as its Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, effective April 1, 2026. This leadership shift coincides with a major corporate restructuring aimed at fully integrating Biocon Biologics Limited as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the parent company.

NEW DELHI – Anurag Kapil, a seasoned officer of the Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS), has been appointed as the Director (Finance) of NMDC Limited. The appointment is on an immediate absorption basis, transitioning Kapil from his current role as Executive Director Finance (Expenditure) at the Railway Board.

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a high-level telephonic conversation with the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman, on March 28, 2026. The discussion centered on the escalating conflict in West Asia and its implications for global stability. During the call, PM Modi expressed deep concern over the regional situation and emphasized several critical points: Energy Security: The Prime Minister reiterated India’s strong condemnation of recent attacks on regional energy infrastructure, which have threatened global supply chains. Maritime Safety: Both leaders reached a consensus on the urgent need to ensure freedom…

NEW DELHI – The Department of Justice is set to organize National Consultation 2026 under the Tele-Law initiative on March 29, 2026. The event, held at Vigyan Bhawan, aims to advance technology-driven legal services under the DISHA (Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice) Scheme. The consultation will be graced by Vice-President Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan as the Chief Guest and Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State (IC) for Law and Justice, as the Guest of Honour. Key Highlights and Innovations: Nyaya Setu AI Chatbot & Mascot: Launch of an AI-powered digital bridge to provide instant legal information and…

NEW DELHI – The Union Government has finalized sites for seven PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks across Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on Friday, Textiles Minister Shri Giriraj Singh confirmed that the parks have already attracted investment interest totaling ₹63,177 crore. Once operational, each park is projected to generate 3 lakh direct and indirect jobs, covering the entire textile value chain from spinning to garmenting. National Initiatives for Global Competitiveness: Export Growth: India recorded USD 37.75 billion in textile and apparel…

NEW DELHI – Senior Trinamool Congress leader Derek O’Brien has raised concerns over the lack of progress regarding a formal notice seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. According to the Rajya Sabha MP, nearly two weeks have passed since 193 parliamentarians from the Opposition submitted notices in both Houses of Parliament. Speaking on Friday, March 27, O’Brien alleged that the omission of the matter from the parliamentary agenda reflects a “tacit understanding” between the Union Government and the Election Commission. The Opposition’s move comes amid the ongoing Parliament Budget Session, where tensions have remained high over…