Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI — In a stern message delivered at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that ensuring leak-proof competitive examinations is a shared “national responsibility” that requires collective action across the political spectrum. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, summarizing the Prime Minister’s address, highlighted the executive’s commitment to delivering maximum legal punishment to those responsible for the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, while advocating for a bipartisan overhaul of the country’s testing infrastructure.  Policy Response and Legislative Priorities The Prime Minister outlined the key measures taken by the administration to protect student interests during his…

PANAJI — In a comprehensive statement issued to dismantle escalating public rumors, the Department of Land Resources (DoLR), under the Union Ministry of Rural Development, has clarified the scope of the NAKSHA pilot project currently underway in Goa. Executing the initiative in direct coordination with Goa’s Directorate of Settlement and Land Records (DSLR), the government firmly reiterated that the mapping exercise will not alter, affect, or compromise any existing property titles, boundaries, or official land records.  The Architecture of Project NAKSHA Implemented under the national Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), NAKSHA stands for the National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land…

NEW DELHI — In a comprehensive written reply submitted to the Rajya Sabha, the Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Satish Chandra Dubey, detailed a series of aggressive regulatory, technological, and commercial interventions aimed at accelerating domestic coal production and eliminating non-essential coal imports. Operating on a roadmap focused on self-reliance (Aatmanirbhar Bharat), the Ministry of Coal has significantly overhauled regulatory timelines, streamlined allocation mechanisms, and expanded fuel supply agreements to protect the domestic economy from international supply chain shocks.  Accelerated Project Lifecycles and Commercial Flexibility To fast-track the operationalization of greenfield and captive assets, the government has implemented…

NEW DELHI — Addressing the media at the Parliament premises ahead of the Monsoon Session of 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated for high legislative productivity and meaningful parliamentary debates, drawing a parallel between favorable weather patterns and constructive governance. “We pray that the monsoon remains proactive, and the Monsoon Session also remains productive,” the Prime Minister stated, emphasizing the direct impact of forward-thinking legislative action on national welfare.  Celebrating Youth Innovation and High-Tech Milestones The Prime Minister highlighted a series of recent domestic achievements, framing them as clear indicators of India’s growing global stature and technological capabilities: Private Space…

RANCHI — Championing sustainable industrial practices, Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL) hosted its Second Ash User Meet 2026 in the capital city of Jharkhand. Anchored by the theme “A Resilient Journey of Transformation from Waste to Wealth,” the forum served as a collaborative platform for policymakers, academics, and industrial consumers to accelerate the commercial utilization of fly ash. The high-level convention was inaugurated by Shri A K Sehgal, CEO of PVUNL, and Shri Manish Khetrapal, CGM (O&M), who welcomed delegates from across the infrastructure spectrum. 🛠️ Technological Interventions & Sustainable Initiatives The discussions spotlighted PVUNL’s operational strategies to mitigate…

KOLKATA — Strengthening the corporate governance framework of India’s energy sector, Ms. Sona Kumari has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Coal India Limited (CIL). She steps into the role of Non-Official Independent Director at the state-owned Maharatna mining conglomerate.

NEW DELHI — Enhancing its leadership bench and corporate compliance structure, Northlink Fiscal and Capital Services Limited has approved the appointment of Mr. Rishi Bhargav to its Board of Directors. Bhargav joins the financial services firm as an Additional Director, classified under the Non-Executive Independent Director category.

NEW DELHI — In an unexpected diplomatic turn following a day of intense street clashes, the Union Government has formally requested the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) to dismantle its central Delhi sit-in. The outreach follows a lengthy meeting between Union Minister Shri JP Nadda and CJP representatives at the minister’s residence today. While the government described the talks as positive and cooperative, CJP leaders announced that their demonstration at Jantar Mantar will continue until their core administrative demands are met.  High-Stakes Negotiations at the Minister’s Residence The meeting marks the first direct channel of communication opened between the Centre and…

LUCKNOW — Expanding his administrative portfolio within the Ministry of Communications, senior bureaucrat Mr. Manish Kumar has been designated as the administrative Head of the Uttar Pradesh (East) Licensed Service Area (LSA) under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Already serving as the Additional Director General (Telecom) for the region, Kumar will centralize his operational commands from the LSA’s regional headquarters in Lucknow.

MUMBAI — In a notable administrative expansion, former Maharashtra Director General of Police (DGP) Rashmi Shukla has transitioned into a key judicial-administrative role following her official appointment as a member of the state’s anti-corruption watchdog, the Lokayukta.