Author: Rishabh Sharma

CHENNAI — Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh delivered the inaugural address at the 14th BRICS Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Ministerial Meeting in Chennai. Speaking under India’s 2026 BRICS Presidency theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” Dr. Singh outlined India’s expanding global outreach in scientific research and technological advancement. Addressing international delegations, he emphasized the need for a collaborative ecosystem to ensure emerging technologies—including Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, biotechnology, and photonics—remain accessible, affordable, trusted, and sustainable, particularly for the Global South. Key Conference Highlights Event: 14th BRICS Science, Technology, and…

VISAKHAPATNAM — Under India’s BRICS Chairship 2026, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports will host the BRICS Youth Ministers’ Meeting and the BRICS Sports Ministers’ Meeting in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on August 22 and 23, 2026. Guided by the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” the ministerial sessions will be chaired by Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, alongside Minister of State Smt. Raksha Khadse. Delegations from all 11 BRICS member nations—including Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and the UAE—will assemble to advance bilateral and multilateral…

NEW DELHI — State-run energy enterprise Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IndianOil) has finalized a major long-term Government-to-Government (G2G) agreement to serve as the primary fuel supplier for Mauritius. Under the strategic partnership with the State Trading Corporation (STC) of Mauritius, IndianOil will maintain a continuous pipeline of refined petroleum products to the island nation. The pact also lays the groundwork for broader collaboration in natural gas, biofuels, and renewable energy technologies as both countries transition toward sustainable energy solutions. Agreement Overview Lead Supplier: Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IndianOil) Partner Entity: State Trading Corporation (STC) of Mauritius Agreement Type: Long-Term Government-to-Government…

NEW DELHI — Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi staged an unscheduled dharna outside the Parliament Street Police Station, demanding the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) on behalf of Sahil Lochab, a 19-year-old student allegedly injured by a pellet gun during a July 20 protest at Jantar Mantar. Refusing to vacate the premises after police declined to log a new FIR, Gandhi produced medical records from AIIMS and Lady Hardinge Medical College, displaying small metal pellets to reporters and stating that over 200 pellets remain embedded in Lochab’s body, including three in his eye. While the…

KOLKATA — Industrial machinery firm International Combustion (India) Limited has extended the tenure of senior leader Rana Pratap Singh as Executive Director (Whole-Time Director). Singh, who brings over three and a half decades of leadership experience across capital equipment, heavy engineering, and machine building, will remain focused on operational growth, supply chain management, project execution, and long-term business strategy.

MUMBAI — Public sector enterprise Shipping Corporation of India Limited (SCI) has strengthened its corporate leadership team with the appointment of legal practitioner and social worker Bharati Raman Gotarna as a Non-Official (Independent) Director. A law graduate known for her extensive grassroots engagement with rural communities, Gotarna brings specialized background in legal literacy, stakeholder relations, and public administration to the state-owned shipping major.

NEW DELHI — Senior Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) officer Mohit Tewari has been selected to join the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) as Manager (MDMS) in New Delhi. The administrative assignment is set for a five-year deputation period. Tewari transitions to the IT organization from his previous role as Deputy Chief Engineer Mechanical (Dy. CME) at the Modern Coach Factory (MCF).

NEW DELHI — In a recent administrative reshuffle within Indian Railways, Senior Indian Railway Stores Service (IRSS) officer Rajesh Bansal has been transferred from West Central Railway (WCR) and appointed as the Principal Chief Materials Manager (PCMM) of East Central Railway (ECR).

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a traditional Sanskrit Subhashitam (epigram) to highlight the enduring value of selfless service, dedication, and social benevolence, emphasizing that individual capabilities should be directed toward the broader welfare of humanity. In a message posted on social media platform X, the Prime Minister reflected on the natural flow of rivers as an enduring metaphor for public service and nation-building. The Message and Text “जीवनं स्वं परार्थाय नित्यं यच्छत मानवाः। इति सन्देशमाख्यातुं समुद्रं यान्ति निम्नगाः॥” Translating the verse into contemporary context, the Prime Minister noted: Lessons from Nature: Just as rivers flow continuously without…

NEW DELHI — Japan’s Minister of Defence Shinjiro Koizumi called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an official visit to India, reaffirming the commitment of both nations to expand their Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The meeting comes on the heels of the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit held in July 2026, where PM Modi held extensive bilateral discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Key Highlights of the Bilateral Meeting Push for ‘Make in India’ Defence Co-Production: Prime Minister Modi highlighted expanding avenues for Japanese firms to collaborate with Indian companies and defence start-ups. He invited Japanese participation in joint…