Author: Rishabh Sharma

GANDHINAGAR — Gujarat Gas Limited has initiated a strategic support plan to revive the Morbi ceramic industry, ensuring a steady supply of piped natural gas (PNG) and price stability. The move comes as a relief to the industrial hub, which faced significant shutdowns starting in mid-March 2026 due to geopolitical disruptions and rising costs. By securing natural gas from non-Middle East spot markets, the company has successfully facilitated the reopening of hundreds of manufacturing units, safeguarding the livelihoods of approximately 2 lakh workers. Strategic Recovery Metrics The impact of Gujarat Gas’s intervention is reflected in the rapid increase of industrial…

NAGPUR — In a major boost to travel healthcare in Central India, AIIMS Nagpur inaugurated its dedicated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre on April 23, 2026. Approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the facility will provide mandatory immunization and certification for individuals traveling to endemic regions in Africa and South America. The center aims to simplify the process for travelers from Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, ensuring they meet international health regulations while preventing the disease’s entry into India. Key Service Details Location: Adult Immunisation Clinic, Room No. 24, Ground Floor (IPD Block), AIIMS Nagpur. Operating Hours: Thursdays…

NEW DELHI — Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to social justice, announcing that ₹7,981.47 crore was disbursed to over 75 lakh Scheduled Caste (SC) beneficiaries during the 2025–26 financial year. The funding underscores a strategic push toward educational empowerment and targeted welfare for India’s most marginalized communities, including SCs, OBCs, transgender persons, and sanitation workers. Significant Growth in Educational Support Scholarship schemes for SC students saw a substantial year-on-year increase compared to FY 2024–25, highlighting a focused investment in grassroots education: Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme: 21% increase in expenditure. Post-Matric Scholarship…

NEW DELHI — On the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to public representatives across India, emphasizing the spirit of selfless service. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister highlighted the crucial role local leaders play in nation-building and grassroots governance. To underscore the ethical duties of a leader, PM Modi shared a profound Sanskrit Subhashitam, illustrating the ideal relationship between a representative and the citizens. The Essence of Leadership: A Sanskrit Perspective The Prime Minister quoted a traditional verse that defines the true nature of a public servant: “प्रजासुखे सुखं…

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over a fatal road accident in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, which claimed the lives of eight individuals on Thursday. In addition to offering his condolences, the Prime Minister has sanctioned financial assistance for the victims and their families from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF). The accident occurred when a vehicle, reportedly carrying occupants returning from a funeral in Rishikesh, plunged nearly 300 meters into a gorge near Nail on the Chamba-Koti road. Financial Assistance Details To support the affected families during this tragedy, the Prime…

HYDERABAD — The Board of Directors of Seshachal Technologies Limited has formalized the induction of Raj Singh Rawat into its top leadership tier. Rawat has been appointed as an Additional Director and will take on the executive responsibilities of Managing Director.

MUMBAI — Tata Teleservices (Maharashtra) Limited (TTML) has officially announced the re-appointment of Harjit Singh as the company’s Managing Director. The decision, cleared by the Board of Directors, reaffirms the company’s commitment to its current strategic trajectory under Singh’s established leadership.

NEW DELHI — In a major leadership transition within India’s Maharatna PSUs, the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has picked Amol Babulal Taori to take over as the next Director (Finance) of Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID).

NEW DELHI — Anant Kumar, a senior officer from the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME), has been formally empanelled for Joint Secretary or equivalent-level posts within the Government of India.

NEW DELHI — In a major boost to his administrative career, Manvendra Singh, a high-ranking official from the Indian Railway Service of Signal Engineers (IRSSE), has been empanelled for Joint Secretary or equivalent-level posts within the Government of India.