Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has authored a commemorative Op-Ed reflecting on the profound life, legacy, and enduring vision of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee to mark his 125th birth anniversary (Jayanti). In his article, the Prime Minister detailed Dr. Mookerjee’s multifaceted contributions to the nation, charting his journey from a visionary educationist to a foundational political leader dedicated to the cause of a unified, sovereign India. A Multifaceted Legacy in Nation Building The Prime Minister’s Op-Ed underscored the diverse achievements of Dr. Mookerjee, highlighting how his early intellectual pursuits paved the way for a lifetime of public service:…

INDORE — Publicly listed enterprise Sylph Industries Limited has updated its leadership roster following approval from its Board of Directors to induct Sany Patel into its governance structure. Patel has been formally appointed as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director, a strategic addition aimed at reinforcing institutional transparency and independent board oversight.

GUWAHATI — Publicly listed enterprise Bijoy Hans Limited has announced a key addition to its senior governance team. The company’s Board of Directors has formally approved the induction of Bidari Kotresh Anilkumar as an Additional Director, concurrently designating him to function as the company’s Executive Director.

BHUBANESWAR — Renowned plant scientist Dr. Ajit Kumar Shasany has been officially appointed as the Vice Chancellor of the Central University of Odisha (CUO), located in Koraput. The academic appointment has been confirmed for a definitive five-year tenure.

NEW DELHI — Veteran defense scientist Dr. Jagannath Nayak has officially taken charge as the Director General of Missiles & Strategic Systems (DGMSS) at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). His appointment became effective on July 1, 2026.

NEW DELHI — In a major move to protect connected vehicles from digital vulnerabilities, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed a strict new legal framework. The law makes cybersecurity and software update management mandatory for all technologically advanced vehicles operating on Indian roads. The legislative push addresses the growing threat of malware, unauthorized remote access, and cyberattacks targeting software-heavy automotive systems as vehicles become smarter and increasingly reliant on code. Phased Implementation Timeline The ministry has outlined a multi-phase rollout to give automakers adequate transition time to implement Cybersecurity Management Systems (CSMS). Phase & Compliance Group…

NEW DELHI — India’s state-owned steel giant, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), has hit a major production milestone. The company’s Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) reported its highest-ever monthly coil rolling performance during its latest production run. In June 2026, the facility’s modern Hot Strip Mill-2 (HSM-2) successfully rolled out an unprecedented 10,759 hot-rolled (HR) coils. This milestone breaks the plant’s previous monthly high of 10,713 coils, which was set in October 2025. Key Performance Metrics The historic run at the integrated steel plant highlights several notable operational milestones: June 2026 Milestone: 10,759 hot-rolled coils. Prior High (October 2025): 10,713…

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a pivotal six-day diplomatic tour covering Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. The multi-nation itinerary, running from July 6 to 11, 2026, marks an aggressive push by New Delhi to deepen economic integration, secure maritime trade routes, and formalize defense frameworks across the Indo-Pacific. The tour underscores India’s evolving geopolitical priorities, leveraging high-level bilateral summits to cement alliances with key partners in Southeast Asia, the Quad, and the broader Pacific region. Indonesia: Fortifying Maritime Security and Tech Alliances The initial leg of the trip brings PM Modi to Jakarta for comprehensive…

NEW DELHI — Energy maharatna Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has secured absolute shareholder backing for its strategically critical overseas gas infrastructure venture. In a corporate disclosure submitted to the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE Limited, the state-run explorer announced the definitive closure and positive results of its remote e-voting process conducted via postal ballot. The voting window, which concluded on July 3, 2026, focused on validating key Material Related Party Transactions (RPTs). These transactions are designed to streamline operations and corporate underwriting frameworks for the multi-billion dollar Area-1 Offshore Mozambique Project. According to the official Scrutinizer’s…

MUMBAI — National Standard (India) Limited has formalized a key addition to its leadership team, appointing Shri Sanjay Bahad as an Additional Director designated to serve in the capacity of an Independent Director.