Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI — The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has implemented a significant administrative overhaul, involving the promotion, transfer, and additional charge assignments of several senior directors. The orders, effective from late March 2026, aim to streamline operations across key zonal offices and the Delhi headquarters. Promotions and Key Postings Praveen Kumar Bharal: Promoted to Joint Director of Enforcement (Level-12). He will take charge of the Hyderabad Zonal Office (HYZO) effective March 25, 2026. Navaneet Agrawal: Transferred from the Gurugram Zonal Office to ED Headquarters in New Delhi. He will serve as the lead for Administration & Accounts. Additional Charge Assignments…

NEW DELHI — In a significant top-level reshuffle of the Indian Army, Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth has been appointed as the next Vice Chief of Army Staff (VCOAS). Currently serving as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Pune-based Southern Command, he is scheduled to assume his new role at Army Headquarters on April 1, 2026.

NEW DELHI — Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat has criticized the Central Government for its handling of the ongoing conflict in West Asia, calling for an urgent all-party meeting to address national concerns. Speaking following a review by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bhagat questioned the gap between the government’s stated policies and their actual implementation. He expressed particular concern over India’s “unpreparedness” regarding crude oil requirements, citing the nation’s heavy dependence on the volatile Middle East region. Key Highlights: Energy Security: Bhagat urged the government to diversify oil imports by strengthening ties with…

NEW DELHI — Lemon Tree Hotels Limited has informed stock exchanges that Freyan Jamshed Desai has stepped down from her position as an Independent Director, effective from the close of business hours on March 20, 2026.

HYDERABAD — Intense Technologies Limited has announced the induction of Rajesh Kumar Agarwal as an Additional Director, marking a strategic expansion of its Board of Directors.

NEW DELHI — The Central Government has officially cleared the appointment of Ms. Neha Giri as Director in the Ministry of Minority Affairs.

NEW DELHI — In a significant bureaucratic shift at the Centre, Krishna Bajpai, a seasoned IAS officer, has been appointed as Director in the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment.

MUMBAI — Mittal Solanki, a veteran strategic communications professional, has transitioned within the Axis Group to take charge as the Head of Corporate Communications at Axis Mutual Fund. Solanki, who previously served as Vice President of Corporate Communications at Axis Bank, announced her new role on Monday. Her appointment highlights Axis Group’s strategy of nurturing internal leadership and leveraging deep institutional knowledge to strengthen its brand across different business verticals. Professional Background & Role: 14-Year Legacy: Solanki has spent nearly 14 years at Axis Bank, where she was instrumental in shaping purpose-driven communication strategies within the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services,…

MUMBAI — Varun Shah, currently the Managing Partner and Head of Prodigious and Content Factory in India, has been handed a significant global mandate at Publicis Production. In his new role as Global Creative Transformation Lead, Shah will spearhead the next phase of production evolution, focusing on scaling craft through the integration of creators and advanced technology. While he continues to lead the India operations for Publicis Groupe’s specialized production verticals, his new remit extends to major international markets. Key Details: Global Scope: Shah will oversee transformation initiatives across the US, UK, and France, supported by teams in Canada, Colombia,…

CHENNAI — The Madras High Court has declined to grant an immediate ban on the screening of the spy thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh. The request was made by an advocate citing concerns over the film’s potential impact on the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Advocate Sheela made an urgent mention before the bench of Chief Justice SA Dharmadhikari and Justice G Arul Murugan on Monday, arguing that the film contains “biased political commentary” that could influence voters while the Model Code of Conduct is in effect. The state is scheduled to go to the polls on April…