Author: Rishabh Sharma

New Delhi | August 3, 2026 Air Marshal Tejpal Singh, AVSM, VM, officially assumed charge as the Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (DCAS) on August 1, 2026. Marking the occasion, he offered tributes at the National War Memorial in New Delhi to honor the supreme sacrifice of the nation’s military personnel. An accomplished fighter pilot, Air Marshal Singh was commissioned into the Indian Air Force on June 16, 1990, and brings over 3,500 military flying hours to the post. As Deputy Chief, he will spearhead critical IAF capability enhancements, defense procurement programs, and long-term force modernization strategies.

New Delhi | August 3, 2026 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded the Indian sports contingent for its impressive performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, celebrating a final tally of 39 medals, including 13 Gold medals. In a statement shared on X, the Prime Minister commended the athletes for displaying exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the multi-sport event. Highlighting the broader impact of their success, PM Modi noted that the athletes’ dedication would serve as a lasting source of inspiration for the nation’s youth as they prepare for future international competitions. Medal Tally & Campaign Highlights Total…

New Delhi | August 3, 2026 Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a classic Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasizing the enduring value of patience, courage, and action during times of adversity. Highlighting the metaphor of a skilled sailor navigating a shipwreck in open waters, the Prime Minister reflected on how unwavering perseverance allows individuals and nations to overcome unforeseen setbacks and reclaim lost ground. The message, shared on platform X, reinforces the administration’s broader push for self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) and psychological resilience in the face of complex national and global challenges. Sanskrit Verse & Translation “त्याज्यं न धैर्यं विधुरेऽपि दैवे धैर्यात्कदाचित्स्थितिमाप्नुयात्सः। याते समुद्रेऽपि च…

Ranchi | August 2, 2026 Satish Jha, Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), held a key bilateral meeting with Jharkhand Legislative Assembly Speaker Rabindranath Mahato in Ranchi to discuss critical operational and land-related challenges impacting coal production in the state. During the interaction, CMD Satish Jha highlighted key bottlenecks, including land acquisition processes and field-level operational impediments currently faced by the Coal India subsidiary. Seeking the Speaker’s backing for enhanced coordination with state government departments, ECL reiterated its pledge to work alongside state leadership to ensure uninterrupted coal extraction, support regional socio-economic growth, and reinforce national energy security. Key…

New Delhi | August 2, 2026 IKIO Technologies Limited has formally confirmed the induction of Ms. Madhu Pandit as a Non-Executive Woman Independent Director to its Board of Directors. Her five-year appointment, running through May 1, 2031, received official shareholder ratification at the company’s 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 30, 2026. Having initially joined the board in an additional capacity in May 2026, Ms. Pandit brings extensive expertise in leadership advisory and organizational strategy to the company. The addition reinforces IKIO’s commitment to robust corporate oversight and fulfills key statutory requirements under the Companies Act and SEBI LODR…

New Delhi | August 2, 2026 Vice Admiral AN Pramod, AVSM, YSM, officially assumed charge as the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (DCNS) on August 1, 2026. He succeeds Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, UYSM, AVSM, VSM, who superannuated from active service on July 31, 2026, after completing an illustrious 38-year career. Prior to taking over as Deputy Chief, Vice Admiral Pramod served as the Director General Naval Operations (DGNO) from December 2023 through July 2026, where he played a central operational role in directing naval readiness during key regional security deployments, including Operation Sindoor. Commissioned into the Indian Navy in…

New Delhi | August 2, 2026 Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has launched a sharp political offensive against the Centre’s proposed Delimitation Bill, urging all regional and national political parties to unite and defeat the measure on the floor of Parliament. Speaking to the media in Mahabalipuram, Gandhi characterized the prospective reintroduction of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill as a deliberate attempt by the ruling establishment to curtail Tamil Nadu’s parliamentary standing and disenfranchise southern voters. Invoking the historical Tamil figure Ettappan—traditionally associated with betrayal—the Congress leader cautioned that supporting the seat realignment scheme amounts…

New Delhi | August 2, 2026 Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended national congratulations to India’s contingent at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games following a historic single-day medal haul across Boxing, Para-Athletics, and Track & Field events. Leading the tally were Indian boxers, who secured five Gold medals and two Silver medals, headlined by dominant performances from Sachin Siwach, Arundhati Choudhary, Priya Ghangas, Sakshi, Jasmine Lamboria, and Preeti. In Para-Athletics, Soman Rana created history by securing India’s first-ever CWG Gold in the Men’s Shot Put F57 event, accompanied by teammate Shubham Juyal, who clinched Silver in the same discipline. Meanwhile, Praveen…

New Delhi | August 1, 2026 The Ministry of Finance has released an early tax devolution installment of ₹1,09,019 crore to State Governments on August 1, 2026, providing a significant liquidity boost to help states accelerate capital spending and developmental infrastructure projects. This additional disbursement comes ahead of the regular monthly devolution scheduled for August 10, 2026. Under the net proceeds distribution, Uttar Pradesh received the highest allocation at ₹19,208 crore, followed by Bihar (₹10,845 crore), Madhya Pradesh (₹8,010 crore), West Bengal (₹7,866 crore), and Maharashtra (₹7,022 crore). State-Wise Allocation of Tax Devolution (August 1, 2026) State Amount (₹ in…

New Delhi | August 1, 2026 The Ministry of Textiles will celebrate the 12th National Handloom Day on August 7, 2026, with a national event at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre (RBCC) in New Delhi to honor India’s weaving community and handloom heritage. Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, will grace the occasion as Chief Guest, accompanied by Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh, Minister of State for Textiles Shri Pabitra Margherita, Textiles Secretary Smt. Neelam Shami Rao, and Development Commissioner (Handlooms) Dr. M. Beena. The ceremony will feature the conferment of 22 awards for 2025 (3 Sant…