Day: 2 April 2026

​Press Pause, Play Big: Your Long Weekend Watchlist

Vijay Raman

The long weekend arrives right when the entertainment calendar hits peak momentum. Whether you’re planning quiet catchups at home, latenight binges, or family afternoons in front of the TV, this long break offers the perfect excuse to switch off—and tune in. From courtroom chaos and comingofage romances to global action dramas, the OTT slate this week is stacked. With Airtel IPTV, add to that the thrill of IPL weekend clashes, and you’ve got a screenpacked few days ahead—best enjoyed on the biggest screen in the house—bringing together 27 top OTT…

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Mega coal gasification project to come up at Lakhanpur, Odisha

Vijay Raman

Bharat Coal Gasification and Chemicals Limited (BCGCL) and Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) have signed a land leasing agreement for setting up a coal-to-ammonium nitrate project at Lakhanpur in Odisha, marking a significant step toward boosting coal gasification-based industries in the country.   The project will come up in the Lakhanpur area of Odisha, with MCL leasing land to BCGCL for establishing the facility. The initiative aligns with the Government’s push to promote coal gasification as part of efforts to reduce dependence on imported natural gas and enhance value addition from…

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Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth Takes Over as New Vice Chief of Army Staff

Vijay Raman

Dhiraj Seth on Wednesday assumed charge as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS), taking over one of the most senior positions in the Indian Army. He succeeds Pushpendra Pal Singh, who has moved to a new command role following a broader reshuffle in the Army’s top leadership.   Lt Gen Seth took charge at a formal ceremony held at South Block in New Delhi, where he reviewed a guard of honour after assuming office. Prior to this appointment, he served as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern…

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Indian Railways Achieves Best-Ever Operational Performance in 2025–26

Vijay Raman

Indian Railways has recorded its highest-ever passenger traffic and freight movement in the financial year 2025–26, reflecting strong growth in both mobility demand and logistics operations. According to official data, the national transporter carried approximately 741 crore passengers during the year, marking a 3.54% increase over the previous fiscal.  On the freight front, Indian Railways transported a record 1,670 million tonnes (MT) of cargo, registering a 3.25% year-on-year growth. Key commodities contributing to this surge included fertilisers, steel, cement and iron ore. Passenger revenue also saw a notable rise, reaching…

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​ Dr Bhargav Mallappa Appointed as Director of SIIA Data Analysis Research Council (SIIADARC)

Vijay Raman

# Appointment aims to strengthen legal oversight and institutional governance within the Council The SIIA and Data Analysis Research Council (SIIADARC) has announced the appointment of Dr Bhargav Mallappa as Director of, following an official selection process and approval by the competent authority. The appointment has been made by Dr. Lijo Kuriyadath, Director, SIIADARC.Dr Mallappa, will serve in this nominated position for a fixed tenure of five years. The role is honorary in nature and aligned with the Council’s broader objective of strengthening institutional governance and legal oversight within its…

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