Category: Govt

# Discusses governance initiatives, extends invitation to Kerala; congratulates Delhi government on one year in office Dr Bhargav Mallappa, National General Secretary of Bharthiya Hindu Parivar, met Shri Mohan Bisht, Deputy Speaker of the Delhi Vidhan Sabha, at his office in New Delhi. The meeting was attended by other members of the organisation and focused on discussions around governance, institutional coordination and public service delivery. The interaction highlighted the importance of continued dialogue between public representatives and organisational leadership. During the meeting, Dr Mallappa invited Shri Bisht to visit his…

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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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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 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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# 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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In a significant boost to India’s coastal defence capabilities, the Indian Navy on Tuesday took delivery of ‘Malwan’, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) in Kochi.   The vessel is part of a series of specialised ships being constructed under a contract with the Ministry of Defence (India) to enhance the anti-submarine warfare capabilities of the Indian Navy in shallow coastal waters.   ‘Malwan’ is equipped with advanced sonar systems and modern surveillance technology, enabling it to detect and neutralise enemy submarines…

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In a significant boost to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, the Indian Navy on Tuesday received the stealth frigate ‘Dunagiri’, reinforcing the country’s push towards Aatmanirbharta in warship building.   The warship has been constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE) under the prestigious Project 17A stealth frigate program, which aims to build a new generation of advanced stealth frigates for the Indian Navy.   ‘Dunagiri’ is equipped with modern stealth features, advanced weapons, and state-of-the-art sensors, enabling it to operate effectively in a network-centric warfare environment. The frigate…

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Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has achieved its coal production target of 140 million tonnes (MT) ahead of the scheduled timeline, marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy sector.   The achievement reflects NCL’s operational efficiency and its sustained efforts to enhance coal output to meet the growing energy demands of the nation. The company has consistently adopted advanced mining technologies, improved logistics, and optimized resource utilization to boost productivity.   NCL plays a crucial role in ensuring fuel supply to thermal power plants…

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Agray’, the fourth of eight ASW SWC (Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft), indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, has been delivered to the Indian Navy on 30 Mar 2026 at Kolkata. The ASW SWCs have been designed and constructed in accordance with the Classification Rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) by GRSE, Kolkata, underscoring the success of indigenous defence shipbuilding.   These ships, approximately 77 metres in length, are the largest Indian Naval warships propelled by waterjets and are equipped with state-of-the-art…

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In a significant step towards strengthening marine biodiversity conservation and deep-sea research, the “Bhavasagara” Referral Centre has been designated as India’s National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna.   The facility, established under the Zoological Survey of India, will serve as the central hub for the collection, preservation, documentation, and study of deep-sea organisms found in India’s maritime zones. The initiative aims to support scientific research and provide a structured framework for cataloguing marine biodiversity from unexplored deep-sea ecosystems.   The designation of “Bhavasagara” as a national repository is expected to significantly…

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