Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially kicked off the first phase of Census 2027 on Wednesday by completing his own self-enumeration. This phase marks the beginning of house listing and housing operations across the country. In a move toward modernizing India’s administrative data, the Prime Minister highlighted that this census marks the first time data collection is being conducted entirely through digital means. Key Highlights of Census 2027: Digital Transformation: For the first time, the census process has been digitized, allowing for faster data processing and reduced manual errors. Citizen Empowerment: The new system empowers citizens to self-enumerate…

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a crucial meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Wednesday to review India’s preparedness amid the escalating conflict in West Asia. This marks the second special CCS session dedicated to mitigating the global crisis’s impact on the Indian economy and essential supplies. The Prime Minister directed all departments to take proactive measures to safeguard citizens from price volatility and ensure the “timely and smooth flow of authentic information” to prevent rumor-mongering. Strategic Interventions & Supply Security The Cabinet Secretary briefed the PM on multi-sectoral strategies to maintain stability: Energy Diversification:…

HYDERABAD – NMDC Limited, India’s premier iron ore producer, has reported a landmark operational performance for the 2025-26 fiscal year, surpassing previous records in both extraction and sales. The state-owned mining giant achieved a total production of 53.15 million metric tonnes (MMT), a significant leap from the 44.07 MMT recorded in the prior year. Annual sales also saw a robust climb, reaching 50.23 MMT compared to 44.40 MMT in FY25, highlighting strong demand from the domestic steel industry. Regional Operational Breakdown The growth was fueled by scaled-up activities across NMDC’s primary mining hubs: Chhattisgarh Mines: Led the portfolio with 37.52…

AHMEDABAD – In a move to strengthen its corporate governance and strategic oversight, the Board of Directors of Asahi Songwon Colors Limited has approved the appointment of Mr. Rupesh Chandrakant Shah as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director.

NEW DELHI – In a strategic board update, Colab Platforms Limited has announced a shift in the status of Mr. Rohit Singh. Effective immediately for the 2026-27 fiscal year, Mr. Singh, who previously served as a Non-Executive Independent Director, has been re-designated as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of the company.

NEW DELHI – In a significant high-level bureaucratic move, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Mr. Darpan Jain as Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce.

NEW DELHI – In a strategic move to strengthen the leadership of India’s small business ecosystem, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Mr. Bharat Harbanslal Khera as the new Secretary of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME).

NEW DELHI – Senior CPI(M) leader and Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas has launched a sharp critique against the Union government, alleging a systematic blockade of information regarding the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA). The MP claimed that his attempts to seek transparency on the cancellation of FCRA licenses have been repeatedly stifled in the Rajya Sabha ahead of a new amendment bill. Parliamentary Queries Disallowed Mr. Brittas stated that his recent inquiries were dismissed under Rule 47(2)(XXII) of the Rajya Sabha procedures. Secrecy Clause: This specific rule bars members from asking questions that seek information deemed “secret” in nature.…

NEW DELHI – In a significant corporate restructuring, NTPC Limited has announced the successful completion of the transfer of its coal mining business to its wholly-owned subsidiary, NTPC Mining Limited (NML). The move, disclosed under SEBI’s Regulation 30, marks the final phase of “hiving off” NTPC’s coal assets to create a specialized mining entity. Final Tranche of Business Transfer The final stage of the transition involves the strategic transfer of assets in Jharkhand: Pakri Barwadih Coal Mine: Located in Hazaribagh, this major captive coal block has officially moved to NML. Coal Mining Headquarters: The administrative hub in Ranchi has also…

KOLKATA – In a written response to the Lok Sabha today, April 1, 2026, Union Minister for Railways Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw detailed the extensive progress of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS) in West Bengal. Out of 1,338 stations identified nationally, 102 stations are located within West Bengal, falling under the jurisdiction of the Eastern, Northeast Frontier, South Eastern, and Metro Railway zones. The scheme focuses on a long-term master plan to transform railway hubs into modern, multimodal transit centers. Completed and High-Progress Stations The Minister corrected reports of slow progress, noting that development is moving at a “good pace.”…