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Indian Oil Welcomes Arvindar Singh Sahney as New Chairman

Indian Oil Welcomes Arvindar Singh Sahney as New Chairman

Arvindar Singh Sahney has been appointed as the new chairman of Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), the nation’s largest oil firm, as per an order from the petroleum ministry on 13th November. Sahney, 54, currently serves as the Executive Director of Business Development in the Petrochemicals division at IOC. New Appointment Arvindar Singh Sahney has been …

MHA Greenlights CISF’s First All-Women Unit

MHA Greenlights CISF’s First All-Women Unit

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the creation of the Central Industrial Security Force’s (CISF) first-ever all-women battalion, announced on 12th November, 2024. This historic move aims to promote gender equality and inspire more women to contribute to the CISF’s mission of securing the nation’s strategic assets. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) Approval …

Aravindh Chithambaram Clinches Masters Title at Chennai Grandmasters 2024

Aravindh Chithambaram Clinches Masters Title at Chennai Grandmasters 2024

GM Aravindh Chithambaram made a remarkable late surge in the final rounds, winning the last two classical games to secure the Chennai Grand Masters 2024 title. Meanwhile, GM V Pranav remained unbeaten throughout the tournament to claim the Challengers title at the Anna Centenary Library on 11th November, 2024. Chennai Grand Masters 2024 Aravindh Chithambaram …

PM Modi’s Three-Nation Visit: G20 Summit in Brazil, Nigeria, and Guyana (Nov 16-21)

PM Modi’s Three-Nation Visit: G20 Summit in Brazil, Nigeria, and Guyana (Nov 16-21)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a crucial three-nation tour from November 16-21, which will include attending the G20 Summit in Brazil, visiting Nigeria, and concluding with a state visit to Guyana. The trip holds significant diplomatic importance as it strengthens India’s strategic partnerships, enhances multilateral engagements, and continues India’s active role in …

New Bike Taxi Service by Delhi Metro Includes Women-Driven Rides

New Bike Taxi Service by Delhi Metro Includes Women-Driven Rides

Delhi Metro has introduced a new bike taxi service, available for booking through the official Delhi Metro app, DMRC Momentum (Delhi Sarthi 2.0). Launched on November 11, 2024, in partnership with First And Last Mile Connectivity India Pvt. Ltd., the service also includes a dedicated bike taxi option for women, enhancing commuter convenience and safety. …

Consumer Price Index (CPI) for October 2024: Key Highlights

Consumer Price Index (CPI) for October 2024: Key Highlights

All India CPI (General): The inflation rate for October 2024 is 6.21%, with rural areas seeing a higher inflation of 6.68%, compared to 5.62% in urban areas. Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI): The inflation rate for food items stands at 10.87% for October 2024, with rural inflation at 10.69% and urban inflation at 11.09%. Sectoral Inflation Trends …

India’s Industrial Output Grows 3.1% in September 2024

India’s Industrial Output Grows 3.1% in September 2024

India’s industrial production recorded a growth of 3.1% in September 2024, marking a significant rebound from the 0.1% contraction in August. This growth is attributed to a strong performance in manufacturing, alongside modest increases in electricity generation and mining. However, compared to the same month last year, the growth rate has slowed from 6.4% in …

SATRC 25th Edition Begins, Inaugurated by Minister Scindia

SATRC 25th Edition Begins, Inaugurated by Minister Scindia

India’s Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, inaugurated the 25th Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators’ Council (SATRC-25) in New Delhi. In his keynote address, Scindia highlighted India’s role as the “Voice of the Global South” and emphasized that SATRC-25 would be a vital platform for knowledge-sharing and innovative discussions on new policy and …

Power Ministers' Conference 2024: Advancing India's Energy Future

Power Ministers’ Conference 2024: Advancing India’s Energy Future

On November 12, 2024, the Union Minister for Power, Shri Manohar Lal, chaired the Conference of Power Ministers of States and Union Territories in New Delhi, aimed at addressing key issues in the power sector. The conference focused on operational performance, financial health of DISCOMs, and the integration of renewable energy. In addition to the …