Author: Rishabh Sharma

VADODARA – Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sardardham Hostel and the Dr. Dushyant and Daksha Patel Complex in Vadodara on Monday, describing the new educational infrastructure as a “launching pad” for India’s youth. The ceremony coincided with the 75th anniversary of the Somnath Temple’s consecration, a project originally championed by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Prime Minister used the platform to address the growing global instability, particularly the conflict in West Asia, which he categorized as the defining crisis of this decade. A National Appeal for Economic Resilience Stating that India is not “untouched” by global tensions, the Prime Minister…

VADODARA – Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sardardham Hostel and the Dr. Dushyant and Daksha Patel Complex in Vadodara on Monday, marking a major expansion of educational infrastructure in Gujarat. The event coincided with the 75th consecration anniversary of the Somnath Temple, a synchronicity the PM described as a blend of “heritage and progress.” During the ceremony, the Prime Minister also launched the Teaching Assistance Scheme and conducted ground-breaking ceremonies for several new educational projects across the state. A Call for “Duty-First” Amid Global Instability In a significant portion of his address, PM Modi addressed the global uncertainty stemming…

NOIDA – The leadership of PPAP Automotive Limited will remain under the seasoned guidance of Ajay Kumar Jain, following the Board’s decision to re-appoint him as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD). This new term is set to officially commence on November 1, 2026.

BHOPAL – In a move ensuring long-term executive stability, DB Corp Limited has announced the re-appointment of Sudhir Agarwal as Managing Director. The Board’s decision secures Mr. Agarwal’s leadership for a new term effective from January 1, 2027.

KOLKATA: The West Bengal government has repositioned senior bureaucrat Shri Dushyant Nariala (IAS:1993) as the Principal Resident Commissioner in New Delhi. The order, issued by the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms on May 11, 2026, marks a key transition in the state’s administrative representation at the capital.

KOLKATA – In a swift and high-profile transition, the newly formed state government has appointed senior IAS officer Shri Manoj Kumar Agarwal as the Chief Secretary of West Bengal. The notification, released on May 11, 2026, marks the first major administrative appointment under the leadership of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

BHOPAL – Union Minister for Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today announced the formal notification of the ‘Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural)’, or the VB–GRAM G Act. Terming it a “new dawn” for the rural workforce, the Minister confirmed that the legislation will replace existing frameworks to provide enhanced income security and infrastructure starting July 1, 2026. The Act is a central pillar of the government’s “Developed India” vision, shifting the focus from mere manual labor to sustainable livelihood generation and village transformation. Key Features of the VB–GRAM G Act The new legislation introduces…

NEW DELHI – Addressing the “Vigyan TECH 2026” programme on National Technology Day, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh declared that the lion’s share of independent India’s technological transformation has occurred within the last decade. He credited this surge to decisive policy reforms, unprecedented political priority, and the opening of the scientific sector to private participation. The event marked a historic “whole-of-government” approach, bringing together fourteen Science Ministries and Departments on a single platform to strengthen the nation’s innovation ecosystem. A Decade of Exponential Growth The Minister highlighted several key metrics that underscore India’s rising stature as a global scientific leader:…

NEW DELHI – Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, announced today that India will host the inaugural International Big Cat Summit in New Delhi on June 1 and 2, 2026. Speaking at a CII conference, the Minister urged industry leaders to actively participate in the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)—a landmark initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to protect the world’s seven major big cats: tiger, lion, cheetah, leopard, snow leopard, jaguar, and puma. The Case for Corporate Partnership Shri Yadav emphasized that the private sector’s involvement is vital for the long-term survival of these…

BENGALURU – BEML Limited marked its 62nd Foundation Day today, celebrating over six decades of evolution from a specialized rolling stock manufacturer into a multi-sector engineering powerhouse. Since its inception in 1964, the company has become a cornerstone of India’s strategic sectors, including Defence, Rail, Mining, and Infrastructure. The milestone comes during a transformative year for the company, highlighted by its leadership in high-tech indigenous manufacturing and national mobility projects. A Year of Strategic Breakthroughs The past 12 months have seen BEML achieve several high-profile milestones that align with the national vision of self-reliance: Vande Bharat Sleeper: The rollout of…