Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI — Senior Congress MP Ajay Maken launched a scathing attack on the Union Government in the Rajya Sabha during the discussion on the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) Bill, 2026. Maken alleged that the bill is not only unconstitutional but also a “dangerous attempt” to bypass previous Supreme Court mandates. He questioned why the government intends to use legislative power to strip paramilitary officers of rights already granted to them by the judiciary. Key Arguments from Ajay Maken’s Address Maken raised several critical points regarding the legal status and morale of paramilitary personnel: Disregard for Judiciary: He noted…

NEW DELHI — In a move to deepen the Special Strategic Partnership between India and the Republic of Korea (RoK), Shri P. Kumaran, Secretary (East) in the Ministry of External Affairs, met with H.E. Mr. Park Yoon-joo, Vice Foreign Minister of Foreign Affairs of South Korea, in New Delhi. The high-level meeting focused on reviewing the multifaceted cooperation between the two nations, ranging from defense and trade to emerging technologies. Key Areas of Discussion The dialogue underscored the shared commitment of both nations to a stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. The primary focus areas included: Strategic & Defense Cooperation: Strengthening…

JEWAR — Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh on March 28, 2026, to inaugurate Phase I of the Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar. Developed with an investment of approximately ₹11,200 crore, the airport is set to become a primary international gateway for the National Capital Region (NCR), complementing Delhi’s IGI Airport. The Prime Minister is scheduled to conduct a walkthrough of the Terminal Building at 11:30 AM, followed by the official inauguration and a public address at 12:00 PM. Key Features of Phase I Capacity: Initially designed to handle 12 million passengers per annum (MPPA), with a…

MUMBAI — Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis delivered a sharp-witted critique of “bhondu babas” (fraudulent godmen) in the state assembly, using global analogies to highlight the absurdity of blind faith. Speaking during a discussion on rape-accused astrologer Ashok Kharat, Fadnavis argued that if black magic were effective, traditional warfare and diplomacy would be obsolete. The “Needle vs. Soldier” Analogy The Chief Minister’s remarks, which drew widespread applause, focused on the practical failures of superstition: On Warfare: “If superstition solved problems, wars would have been fought with lemons and chilis instead of drones.” On Terrorism: He quipped that the state wouldn’t…

PUNE — Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited has announced the re-appointment of Vijay Keshav Gokhale as an Independent Director on its Board. Gokhale, a seasoned diplomat and India’s former Foreign Secretary, will continue to provide strategic oversight to the Pune-based pharmaceutical major.

MUMBAI — Prodocs Solutions Limited has officially announced the resignation of Shashin Koradia from its Board of Directors. Koradia stepped down from his role as a Non-Executive Independent Director, effective from the close of business hours on March 24, 2026.

NEW DELHI — In a move to strengthen the judicial leadership of the national capital’s tax tribunal, Sanjay Kumar Aggarwal has been designated as the Vice President of the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) Delhi Bench.

SRINAGAR/JAMMU — In a strategic move to streamline tax litigation in the region, Jitendra Kumar Singh has been appointed as the Vice President of the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) bench for the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

NEW DELHI — In a regulatory filing on March 25, 2026, GAIL (India) Limited announced a six-month extension for the completion of critical sections of its Jagdishpur–Haldia–Bokaro–Dhamra Pipeline (JHBDPL) project. The state-owned gas major has moved the deadline for the Durgapur–Haldia and Dhamra–Haldia sections from March 2026 to September 2026. Project Status and Revisions The delay affects the final stretches of the massive “Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga” project, which aims to provide natural gas to India’s eastern states. Durgapur – Haldia Section: Total Authorized Length: 3,306 km. Balance Work: Kolkata – Haldia stretch. New Deadline: September 2026. Dhamra – Haldia…

MUMBAI — In a monumental move for India’s energy sector, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has launched a global tender valued between $18 billion and $20 billion for deepwater drilling rigs. This represents the largest offshore exploration programme in the company’s history, aimed at drastically reducing India’s dependence on energy imports. The tender seeks to hire a specialized fleet of drillships and semi-submersible rigs capable of operating in ultra-deepwater frontier basins. This massive investment is a cornerstone of the government’s ‘Samudra Manthan’ initiative, which targets untapped hydrocarbon resources in high-potential offshore regions. Key Highlights of the Tender Investment Scale:…