Chennai, August 16, 2026: Indian Bank celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India and Bank’s 120th Foundation Day with a series of commemorative, employee-engagement and community-focused initiatives, reaffirming its enduring commitment to nation-building, financial inclusion and inclusive growth. The National Flag was hoisted by Shri Binod Kumar, MD & CEO,…
Continue ReadingIndia’s EV Revolution Gathers Pace as Sales Cross 25 Lakh in FY26
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: India’s electric mobility market has moved from an emerging segment to an increasingly important part of the country’s automotive economy, with electric vehicle sales reaching 25 lakh units in 2025-26, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his Independence Day address from the Red Fort. The…
Continue ReadingFIIs Extend Buying Streak as Rising Crude Prices Put Nifty Under Pressure
India’s equity market is entering a more complicated phase. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have turned net buyers for the third consecutive week, signalling a gradual improvement in overseas investor appetite. Yet the Nifty 50 closed the week lower as rising crude prices and renewed geopolitical uncertainty overshadowed improving corporate earnings…
Continue ReadingNITI Aayog Report Highlights Scope to Strengthen India’s Professional Services Sector
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: NITI Aayog has released a new report examining India’s regulatory framework for professional services, highlighting opportunities to improve the sector’s competitiveness, exports and contribution to high-skilled employment. The report, titled “India’s Services Sector: Insights on Regulatory Regime in Professional Services,” was launched by NITI Aayog…
Continue ReadingHandloom Haat Opens at Janpath, Bringing India’s Textile Heritage Under One Roof
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated Handloom Haat – The Handloom Experience Centre at Janpath, New Delhi, creating a new platform that brings together India’s traditional weaving heritage, contemporary design, artisans, brands and retail. The Minister also unveiled the Handloom Haat logo in the…
Continue ReadingSteel Ministry to Hold Open House on Steel Import Issues on August 21
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: The Ministry of Steel will organise an Open House on August 21, 2026, to hear and discuss issues faced by companies and industry associations in importing steel. The session will focus on matters relating to SIMS, SARAL SIMS and Quality Control Order (QCO) exemptions. Companies…
Continue ReadingNational Council for Senior Citizens Reviews Key Measures for Elderly Welfare and Healthcare
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar chaired the fifth meeting of the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSrC) in New Delhi, where the government and stakeholders reviewed a range of issues related to the welfare, healthcare, social security and empowerment of…
Continue ReadingNHAI Opens Applications for 2026-27 Winter and 2027 Term Internship Programmes
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has opened applications for its Winter Internship Programme 2026-27 and Term Internship Programme 2027, offering students an opportunity to gain practical experience through live projects in India’s national highway development ecosystem. The one-month Winter Internship will run between…
Continue ReadingPresident’s Medal for Distinguished Service Awarded to Railway Security Officer
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: On the occasion of Independence Day 2026, the President of India has conferred the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) on officers and personnel of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF). Rajesh Lal, Assistant…
Continue ReadingMMDR Amendment Bill Aims to Bring Long-Term Stability to Major Minerals Sector
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 has been passed by both Houses of Parliament, marking a significant policy step aimed at creating greater stability and predictability in India’s major minerals sector. Passed on August 13, the legislation amends the Mines and…
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