Author: Rishabh Sharma

GANDHINAGAR — Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to arrive in his home state of Gujarat late tomorrow night for a two-day visit focused on spiritual heritage and educational empowerment. The trip is highlighted by the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, a landmark event celebrating 75 years since the historic restoration of the Somnath Temple. Somnath: Celebrating 75 Years of Restoration On the morning of May 11, the Prime Minister will lead the “Amrut Mahotsav” celebrations at the Somnath Temple, the first of the twelve Jyotirlingas. The event marks the platinum jubilee of the temple’s inauguration following its post-independence restoration. As part…

NEW DELHI / HYDERABAD — Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a high-profile visit to Karnataka and Telangana tomorrow, May 10, to unveil a massive infrastructure and welfare package worth approximately ₹9,400 crore. The visit, centered on the theme of “Viksit Telangana for Viksit Bharat,” blends spiritual outreach with a heavy focus on industrial and healthcare expansion. Bengaluru: Spiritual and Humanitarian Milestones The Prime Minister’s day begins at 11 AM in Bengaluru, where he will join the 45th Anniversary Celebrations of The Art of Living. The event coincides with the 70th birthday of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi…

NEW DELHI – In a major move to reshuffle the administrative landscape of the National Capital Territory, the Services Department has released a comprehensive list of transfers and postings for 23 senior officers. The directive, formalised as Order No. 182 and signed by Deputy Secretary (Services) Jitendra Kumar Arora, impacts several high-profile departments including Health, Public Works, and Vigilance. Full List of IAS Postings The following 12 IAS officers have been assigned new roles or additional responsibilities: Shri Navin Kumar Choudhary (IAS:1994): Appointed Additional Chief Secretary (I&FC) with additional charge of GAD. Shri Sandeep Kumar (IAS:1997): Takes over as Principal…

NEW DELHI – In a major development for India’s defense hierarchy, Lt. Gen. N.S. Raja Subramani (Retd.) has been named the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). He will succeed General Anil Chauhan, whose term is scheduled to end on May 30, 2026.

RAIPUR – In a significant move toward Industry 4.0, the Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) hosted the award ceremony for the “Executive Director (Works) Digital Champions Trophy 2025–26” on May 7. The initiative is the first of its kind within SAIL, specifically designed to empower non-executive employees to develop AI and digital solutions for real-world industrial challenges. Executive Director (Works), Shri Rakesh Kumar, the visionary behind the competition, presided as Chief Guest, emphasizing that AI and digital transformation are now the backbone of modern productivity. The Champions of Digital Innovation The competition saw 14 teams submit technical papers, with entries judged…

NEW DELHI – Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh visited the Manekshaw Centre today to inaugurate a special photo exhibition titled “A Decade of Silent Service to the Nation.” The event marks the 10th anniversary of Tiranga Mountain Rescue (TMR), India’s premier high-altitude rescue organization. The exhibition showcases a decade of perilous missions, capturing the resilience of volunteers who operate in India’s most unforgiving mountainous terrains to save soldiers and civilians alike. A Tribute to the “Silent Saviours” Addressing a gathering that included Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi and Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, the Raksha Mantri…

NEW DELHI – Taking urgent note of the devastating impact of the litchi stink bug on Bihar’s orchards, Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has ordered the immediate formation of a high-level expert task force. The team has been given a strict one-week deadline to assess the damage and submit a roadmap for recovery. The intervention follows a direct interaction between the Minister and farmers on May 7 at the Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture in Lucknow, where growers raised alarms over massive crop losses. Swift Action for Bihar’s Farmers The newly formed task force, led by the Director…

NEW DELHI – Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Limited (NUPPL) reached a major operational peak on May 6, 2026, as its Unit 3 successfully achieved full load generation of 660 MW. This milestone is a significant boost for India’s power grid, signaling that the unit is now capable of operating at its maximum designed capacity to help meet the country’s surging electricity demand. Project Highlights Capacity Reached: 660 MW (Full Load). Operational Date: May 6, 2026. Impact: Enhances the stability and reliability of the regional and national power infrastructure. Technical Success: Demonstrates the successful integration of high-capacity thermal technology and operational…

NEW DELHI – On May 8, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a stirring tribute to the Indian Armed Forces, highlighting their unwavering commitment to the nation’s honor and dignity. In a message shared with the nation, the Prime Minister emphasized that the courage displayed by our soldiers remains a constant source of pride and inspiration for every Indian citizen. To encapsulate the spirit of sacrifice and the sense of duty that defines the Indian soldier, the Prime Minister shared a profound Sanskrit Subhashitam (verse) from the Bhagavad Gita. The Sacred Duty of the Warrior The Prime Minister shared the…

NEW DELHI – On the 75th anniversary of the inauguration of the reconstructed Somnath Temple, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shared a deeply personal and historical OpEd reflecting on the temple’s role as a beacon of Indian civilization. The Prime Minister is scheduled to visit the holy site on May 11, 2026. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister emphasized that May 11 remains a milestone in India’s journey, representing the restoration of its cultural pride and the resilience of its people. Honoring Generations of Resilience In his OpEd, titled “Somnath and Bharat’s Unconquerable Spirit,” the Prime Minister paid…