Author: Rishabh Sharma

New Delhi | August 5, 2026 Veenu Bansal, a 2004-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre, has been transferred from his position as Joint Commissioner of Police (Jt CP), Rashtrapati Bhavan Security, and posted to Delhi Police Headquarters. The transfer order shifts the senior police officer from his VVIP security assignment to an executive post at police headquarters.

New Delhi | August 5, 2026 Mohit Kumar Agrawal, an officer of the Indian Telecommunication Service (ITS), has been inducted into the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas as Deputy Secretary. The Central Staffing Scheme (CSS) appointment is effective on a deputation basis for a period of four years from the date he assumes charge of the post, or until further orders.

New Delhi | August 5, 2026 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the passing of eminent educationist, philanthropist, and veteran public figure Shri D. Y. Patil ji. In a personal message shared on social media platform X, the Prime Minister highlighted Shri D. Y. Patil’s lifelong contributions to Indian society, particularly his dedicated efforts toward expanding educational access, fostering institutional growth, and uplifting underprivileged communities. Prime Minister’s Official Statement “Shri DY Patil Ji was at the forefront of serving society through philanthropy and education in particular. He always worked to improve the lives of others, especially the…

New Delhi | August 4, 2026 The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has officially clarified that it has not formulated any separate, phased national policy to incentivize flex-fuel vehicles capable of running on petrol blended with more than 20% ethanol (E20). In an official statement released via the Press Information Bureau, the Ministry further noted that it has not conducted any specific study regarding the relative incentivization of flex-fuel vehicles versus electric vehicles (EVs). PLI-Auto Scheme: Progress Performance While highlighting its broader automotive manufacturing initiatives, the Ministry outlined the cumulative performance figures under the national Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme…

New Delhi | August 4, 2026 In a major push to strengthen India’s legal metrology infrastructure and streamline compliance, the Department of Consumer Affairs (under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution) has invited online applications for recognition as Government Approved Test Centres (GATCs) under the Legal Metrology (GATC) Rules, 2013. The application window will open from August 17 to August 31, 2026, via the official digital portal (emaap.gov.in/gatc). To date, 51 GATCs have been recognized across the country. Core Objectives & Strategic Vision Expand Verification Infrastructure: Augmenting state capacity by onboarding technically competent private laboratories, technical institutions,…

Mumbai | August 4, 2026 Navigating the demands of an evolving energy landscape, state-run Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has launched the second edition of its signature Core Refinery Program—a dedicated corporate initiative focused on strengthening technical excellence and leadership competencies across its downstream refining workforce. Key Program Pillars & Objectives Technical Skills Enhancement: Upgrading specialized technical expertise among refinery personnel to maintain high operational standards. Cross-Functional Synergy: Encouraging knowledge-sharing and collaborative workflows across different refining units. Energy Transition Readiness: Training professionals to adapt to new technologies, process efficiencies, and future energy demands. Executive Vision Underlining its strategic focus on…

New Delhi | August 4, 2026 In a detailed briefing to lawmakers aimed at addressing growing concerns among Gen Z over job prospects, Union Minister for Labour and Employment Mansukh Mandaviya outlined the nation’s ten-year employment scorecard, revealing that India created over 17 crore jobs from 2014 to 2024. Supported by figures from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the presentation highlighted a steady annual trajectory of 1.7 crore new opportunities, driving a sharp expansion in both formal sector employment and graduate employability. Key Employment Metrics at a Glance 10-Year Job Creation: 17 Crore+ Opportunities (RBI Source Data) Unemployment Benchmark:…

New Delhi | August 4, 2026 Ganesha Ecosphere Limited has officially augmented its governing board by inducting Rajiv Kumar Saxena as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director. The appointment forms part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance independent oversight and corporate governance standards across its operational mandate.

New Delhi / Bengaluru | August 4, 2026 Navratna railway PSU Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has appointed senior civil servant Parikshit Mohanpuria as General Manager (Electrical) for its Bengaluru region on a five-year deputation tenure. An officer of the Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE), Mohanpuria transitions to the infrastructure development firm from his previous role as Additional Divisional Railway Manager (ADRM – Operations) for the Bengaluru Division under South Western Railway (SWR).

New Delhi | August 4, 2026 Arigato Universe Limited has formally notified the stock exchanges of a change in its board composition following the resignation of Vandana Mayur Amrutiya from her role as Non-Executive Independent Director. Her departure from the company’s Board of Directors will come into effect on August 10, 2026.