Author: Rishabh Sharma

CHANDIGARH — The Career Development and Guidance Centre (CDGC) at Punjab Engineering College (PEC) successfully concluded its flagship annual event, OPEN HOUSE 2026, on May 6, 2026. Since its inception in 2010, the event has served as a premier platform for school students across the tricity to explore the world of science, technology, and innovation. Fostering Innovation and Curiosity The 17th edition saw school students participating in immersive campus tours, where they visited advanced research centers and cutting-edge laboratories. Scientific Temperament: Prof. J.D. Sharma, Head of CDGC, highlighted the event’s role in nurturing a research-oriented mindset. Historic Legacy: Prof. Rajesh…

NEW DELHI — In a major step toward worker welfare and preventive healthcare, Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya will launch a nationwide Annual Health Check-Up Initiative on May 7, 2026. Anchored by the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), the drive puts the health provisions of the New Labour Codes into immediate action. The primary launch will take place at the ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Basaidarapur, New Delhi, with simultaneous events held across 11 other ESIC hospitals nationwide. Implementation of the New Labour Codes This initiative is a direct result of the transformative reforms under the four New Labour Codes.…

NEW DELHI — India and Algeria have formally agreed to expand their military and industrial partnership following the inaugural Joint Commission meeting held in New Delhi on May 5, 2026. This milestone meeting signals a deepening of strategic ties between the two nations, building on the momentum of the 2024 Defence MoU. Key Areas of Cooperation The high-level discussions, co-chaired by Shri Amitabh Prasad (Joint Secretary, International Cooperation) and Maj Gen Kaid Nour Eddine (Chief of Staff of the Naval Forces, Algeria), focused on several critical pillars: Military Training & Exercises: Enhancing interoperability between the armed forces. Defence Industries: Exploring…

KOLKATA — Coal India Limited (CIL), the Maharatna public sector behemoth, has initiated a major administrative overhaul by promoting more than 500 executives to the Senior Manager (E6) grade. The official orders, issued on May 5, 2026, by the office of the General Manager (EE/HR), mark one of the largest career advancement exercises in the company’s recent history. Revised Pay Scale and Benefits The elevated executives, moving from the E5 to the E6 grade, will now transition to a significant new pay scale ranging from ₹1,20,000 to ₹2,80,000 per month. While the promotions were effective as of the order date,…

NEW DELHI — On May 6, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the importance of compassion and selfless service, describing them as the “truest form of humanity.” In a message shared with the nation, he emphasized that actions performed without personal interest lead to both inner peace and the collective welfare of society. The Sanskrit Wisdom To illustrate this philosophy, the Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam (a wise saying) that defines the pillars of exemplary character: “अद्रोहः सर्वभूतेषु कर्मणा मनसा गिरा। अनुग्रहश्च दानं च शीलमेतत्प्रशस्यते॥” Translation & Meaning: The verse outlines three core principles that constitute the highest form…

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has issued a strong condemnation of recent attacks on the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which resulted in injuries to three Indian nationals. In a firm statement released on May 5, 2026, the Prime Minister described the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure as “unacceptable.” Solidarity and Diplomacy Expressing India’s firm solidarity with the UAE, the Prime Minister emphasized that New Delhi remains a committed partner in the quest for regional peace. He reiterated India’s long-standing position that all conflicts and regional issues should be addressed through dialogue and diplomacy rather than through escalation…

MUMBAI — The Board of Directors of Shoppers Stop Limited has officially approved the re-appointment of Arun Sirdeshmukh as an Independent Director. The decision, announced following a board meeting on May 5, 2026, secures a second consecutive five-year term for the retail veteran, effective from October 20, 2026, through October 19, 2031.

MUMBAI — Mafatlal Industries Limited has announced a major restructuring of its executive leadership, naming Priyavrata H. Mafatlal as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. The appointment, which becomes effective on June 1, 2026, will see him manage the CEO portfolio in addition to his current role as Managing Director. Streamlining Corporate Governance The decision to combine the roles of CEO and MD under Priyavrata Mafatlal is designed to create a more cohesive and responsive leadership framework. By centralizing the strategic and operational functions, the board aims to accelerate the legacy textile firm’s modernization efforts and improve its ability to…

NEW DELHI — The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the induction of Pushkin Jain, a 2017-batch IPS officer of the Assam-Meghalaya cadre, as Superintendent of Police in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). According to official orders issued on May 5, Jain will serve a five-year tenure at the premier agency.

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM — Dr. A. Jayathilak, the veteran 1991-batch IAS officer currently heading Kerala’s bureaucracy, is set to complete his term as Chief Secretary. Sources confirm he will remain in the state’s top administrative post until his superannuation on June 30, 2026.