Author: Rishabh Sharma

KOLKATA — Asserting that “Didi is leaving and the BJP is coming,” Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday projected a landslide victory for his party following the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. Addressing a press conference in Kolkata, Shah interpreted the unprecedented voter participation as a definitive mandate for regime change. The first phase, which covered 152 constituencies across 16 districts on Thursday, recorded a staggering 92.98% voter turnout, marking one of the highest figures in the state’s post-independence history. Internal Projections: 110+ Seats Citing internal party assessments conducted immediately after polling concluded, Shah expressed extreme…

MUMBAI — Shriram Finance Limited has confirmed that Parag Sharma will remain in his role as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, following a board resolution to re-appoint him for a new term. The renewal of his leadership is scheduled to officially commence on December 13, 2026.

MUMBAI — Finkurve Financial Services Limited has announced a strategic addition to its leadership team with the appointment of Rajendran Chinna Veerappan to its Board of Directors. Mr. Veerappan joins the company as an Additional Director, classified under the Non-Executive Non-Independent category.

GREATER NOIDA — In a strategic move to clear the final regulatory runway, Yamuna International Airport Pvt Ltd (YIAPL) has named its Chief Financial Officer, Nitu Samra, as the Interim Chief Executive Officer. This high-level appointment is expected to trigger the long-awaited security clearance from the Union government, bringing the Noida International Airport one step closer to its maiden flight.

NEW DELHI — The Government of India has named eminent economist Dr. Ashok Kumar Lahiri as the next Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog. The appointment brings one of the country’s most seasoned fiscal minds back to the heart of national policy-making to lead the government’s premier think tank.

LUCKNOW — The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare convened the North Zone Agriculture Conference in Lucknow, signaling a shift toward region-specific governance. Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath led the summit, which included ministers from six states and three Union Territories. The conference focused on moving away from “one-size-fits-all” national planning toward localized strategies tailored to the unique climates of North Indian states. Key Strategic Directives Zonal Roadmaps: Minister Chouhan urged every state to develop a distinct agricultural roadmap. He noted that while Punjab and Haryana are grain hubs,…

GANDHINAGAR — Gujarat Gas Limited has initiated a strategic support plan to revive the Morbi ceramic industry, ensuring a steady supply of piped natural gas (PNG) and price stability. The move comes as a relief to the industrial hub, which faced significant shutdowns starting in mid-March 2026 due to geopolitical disruptions and rising costs. By securing natural gas from non-Middle East spot markets, the company has successfully facilitated the reopening of hundreds of manufacturing units, safeguarding the livelihoods of approximately 2 lakh workers. Strategic Recovery Metrics The impact of Gujarat Gas’s intervention is reflected in the rapid increase of industrial…

NAGPUR — In a major boost to travel healthcare in Central India, AIIMS Nagpur inaugurated its dedicated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre on April 23, 2026. Approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the facility will provide mandatory immunization and certification for individuals traveling to endemic regions in Africa and South America. The center aims to simplify the process for travelers from Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, ensuring they meet international health regulations while preventing the disease’s entry into India. Key Service Details Location: Adult Immunisation Clinic, Room No. 24, Ground Floor (IPD Block), AIIMS Nagpur. Operating Hours: Thursdays…

NEW DELHI — Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to social justice, announcing that ₹7,981.47 crore was disbursed to over 75 lakh Scheduled Caste (SC) beneficiaries during the 2025–26 financial year. The funding underscores a strategic push toward educational empowerment and targeted welfare for India’s most marginalized communities, including SCs, OBCs, transgender persons, and sanitation workers. Significant Growth in Educational Support Scholarship schemes for SC students saw a substantial year-on-year increase compared to FY 2024–25, highlighting a focused investment in grassroots education: Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme: 21% increase in expenditure. Post-Matric Scholarship…

NEW DELHI — On the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to public representatives across India, emphasizing the spirit of selfless service. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister highlighted the crucial role local leaders play in nation-building and grassroots governance. To underscore the ethical duties of a leader, PM Modi shared a profound Sanskrit Subhashitam, illustrating the ideal relationship between a representative and the citizens. The Essence of Leadership: A Sanskrit Perspective The Prime Minister quoted a traditional verse that defines the true nature of a public servant: “प्रजासुखे सुखं…