Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI – The recently launched Jammu Tawi–Srinagar Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a massive success, ferrying 44,727 passengers within the first ten days of its regularized service. Following the historic inauguration of the 272-km USBRL link in 2025, the augmented 20-coach service is now being hailed as the new lifeline of Jammu and Kashmir. The demand for the corridor has consistently exceeded expectations, with a maiden week ridership of 28,762 passengers. Performance Highlights: Capacity Surge: Transitioning from 8 to 20 coaches, the train continues to run at near-full capacity, peaking at 98.21% occupancy on Sunday, May 10. Frequency:…

NEW DELHI – Minister of State for Communications Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani conducted a high-level review of APT 2.0, the next-generation digital platform designed to overhaul India Post into a modern, corporate-style logistics hub. The initiative marks a pivotal shift for the Department of Posts, moving away from legacy operations toward an agile, technology-led institution. AI-Driven Local Governance The APT 2.0 platform introduces advanced capabilities designed to empower field-level branch offices: Predictive Intelligence: AI is being utilized to analyze local demand, automate routine functions, and predict operational outcomes. Real-Time Decisions: Branch offices now have access to live data, allowing for…

NEW DELHI – Addressing the CII Annual Business Summit 2026, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted India’s continued success in decoupling domestic fuel prices from global market shocks. Despite the Strait of Hormuz being obstructed for 75 days—a crisis that has triggered 60% price surges in other nations—India has maintained a four-year streak of price stability. The Buffer Strategy: 60-Day Energy Security To insulate the economy from the ongoing blockade, the government has fortified its strategic and operational reserves. The current stockpile ensures the country can function without interruption for significant periods: Crude Oil & LNG: 60-day supply buffer. LPG:…

KOLKATA – Coal India Limited (CIL) has announced the official dissolution of its wholly owned subsidiary, CIL Solar PV Limited, following approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). The move was confirmed via a regulatory filing under SEBI’s Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements. MCA Strike-Off Details The Ministry of Corporate Affairs issued a formal strike-off notice on May 11, 2026, removing the subsidiary from the Register of Companies. Coal India received the notification on May 12, following a process initiated in April 2026. Statutory Compliance: The dissolution was executed under Section 248(2) and Section 248(5) of the Companies Act,…

PRABHAS PATAN – Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared key reflections from his address at the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav on Monday, framing the 75th anniversary of the temple’s consecration as a pivotal moment for India’s future. In a series of statements, the Prime Minister emphasized that the celebration transcends history, serving as a roadmap for national progress over the next thousand years. Honoring a Legacy of Resilience Reflecting on the historical restoration of the temple, PM Modi paid tribute to the visionaries who spearheaded its reconstruction following India’s independence. Architects of Heritage: He invoked the memory of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Dr.…

VADODARA – Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sardardham Hostel and the Dr. Dushyant and Daksha Patel Complex in Vadodara on Monday, describing the new educational infrastructure as a “launching pad” for India’s youth. The ceremony coincided with the 75th anniversary of the Somnath Temple’s consecration, a project originally championed by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Prime Minister used the platform to address the growing global instability, particularly the conflict in West Asia, which he categorized as the defining crisis of this decade. A National Appeal for Economic Resilience Stating that India is not “untouched” by global tensions, the Prime Minister…

VADODARA – Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Sardardham Hostel and the Dr. Dushyant and Daksha Patel Complex in Vadodara on Monday, marking a major expansion of educational infrastructure in Gujarat. The event coincided with the 75th consecration anniversary of the Somnath Temple, a synchronicity the PM described as a blend of “heritage and progress.” During the ceremony, the Prime Minister also launched the Teaching Assistance Scheme and conducted ground-breaking ceremonies for several new educational projects across the state. A Call for “Duty-First” Amid Global Instability In a significant portion of his address, PM Modi addressed the global uncertainty stemming…

NOIDA – The leadership of PPAP Automotive Limited will remain under the seasoned guidance of Ajay Kumar Jain, following the Board’s decision to re-appoint him as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD). This new term is set to officially commence on November 1, 2026.

BHOPAL – In a move ensuring long-term executive stability, DB Corp Limited has announced the re-appointment of Sudhir Agarwal as Managing Director. The Board’s decision secures Mr. Agarwal’s leadership for a new term effective from January 1, 2027.

KOLKATA: The West Bengal government has repositioned senior bureaucrat Shri Dushyant Nariala (IAS:1993) as the Principal Resident Commissioner in New Delhi. The order, issued by the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms on May 11, 2026, marks a key transition in the state’s administrative representation at the capital.