Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI — In a regulatory disclosure under SEBI Regulation 30, state-run power sector lender REC Limited announced the incorporation of two new wholly owned subsidiaries. The entities are designed as Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to develop critical intra-state power transmission networks in Maharashtra. The new companies have been established under REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL), which functions as the Bid Process Coordinator (BPC) for the ventures.  Corporate Structure and Strategic Projects The structural setup and operational scale of the newly formed entities focus on targeted regional transmission corridors: Beed Parli Power Transmission Limited: Formally incorporated on July…

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NEW DELHI — In a solemn address to the nation, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences over the tragic loss of lives resulting from a major mishap at a fireworks factory in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. In a public statement shared on X, the Prime Minister assured that local administrative machineries have been fully deployed to provide immediate relief and medical assistance to those affected by the incident.  Executive Relief Measures and Crisis Response The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has authorized immediate financial relief and emergency coordination parameters for the victims and their families: Ex-Gratia Disbursement: Prime Minister Modi announced…

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NEW DELHI — In a major step toward transforming rural credit delivery, the Department of Land Resources (DoLR) under the Ministry of Rural Development held a high-level strategic meeting with the RBI Innovation Hub (RBIH). The conference focused on establishing a direct convergence between India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for land governance and the financial sector’s emerging digital lending platforms. The session was chaired by DoLR Secretary Shri Narendra Bhooshan and RBIH CEO Mr. Sahil Kini.  Seamless Credit Integration via Unified Lending Interface The collaboration aims to build a frictionless, consent-based credit ecosystem specifically designed to benefit farmers and rural…

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NEW DELHI — Marking a historic milestone for India’s commercial space sector, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to the team at Skyroot Aerospace following the successful launch of their orbital rocket, Vikram-1. In a personal communication and subsequent public statement on X, the Prime Minister characterized the achievement as a “defining moment” that underscores the growing capability of private defense and aerospace enterprises in the country.  Private Sector Integration and Aerospace Innovation The successful orbital deployment highlights the structural evolution of the Indian space ecosystem: Opening New Frontiers: PM Modi emphasized that the expanding participation of private…

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NEW DELHI — In a major push to inter-regional connectivity in the hill state, Union Minister for Railways Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw virtually flagged off the inaugural service of the Ramnagar-Dehradun Express today. The launch establishes the first-ever direct express train service connecting Ramnagar with Dehradun, fulfilling a long-standing demand to bridge the Kumaon and Garhwal regions of Uttarakhand. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami also joined the inaugural ceremony via video conferencing.  Operations, Route, and Socio-Economic Impact The new bi-weekly service is engineered to act as a vital economic and tourism corridor for the region: Schedule and Halts: The…

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KOLKATA — Signaling a major push for regional industrial modernization, Cmde PR Hari, IN (Retd.), Chairman and Managing Director of Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), delivered a keynote address at the inaugural session of the 13th CII Manufacturing Conclave East 2026 at the ITC Royal Bengal. The defense chief mapped out a strategic vision detailing how the defense manufacturing sector is actively transforming into a primary engine for high-tech industrial growth and economic progress across Eastern India.  Industrial Acceleration and Ecosystem Development The CMD’s address highlighted the structural impact of advanced defense production on the broader manufacturing landscape:…

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NEW DELHI — In a major boost to India’s commercial space ecosystem, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to space-tech startup Skyroot Aerospace for the maiden orbital flight of Vikram-1, the nation’s first privately developed launch vehicle, calling it a historic milestone. The Prime Minister characterized the mission as a defining moment that unlocks a new frontier for India’s space ambitions while reflecting the country’s accelerating capabilities in high-tech innovation and private entrepreneurship.  The Launch Profile and Space Sector Reforms The high-stakes orbital mission represents a direct validation of India’s opening up of the space sector to private…

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