Ravi Agrawal Reappointed CBDT Chairman for Six Months
New Delhi, June 30: The Government of India has reappointed Ravi Agrawal as the Chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) for a period of six months, according to official sources. The extension of tenure is aimed at ensuring continuity in…
Odisha Plans Rapid Transport Corridor Linking Bargarh, Sambalpur and Veer Surendra Sai Airport
Bhubaneswar (UDN): The Odisha government is planning to develop a Rapid Transport Corridor (RTC) connecting Bargarh, Sambalpur and Veer Surendra Sai (VSS) Airport at Jharsuguda to strengthen regional connectivity and support economic growth in western…
IRDAI to Introduce New Guidelines to Curb Insurance Mis-selling by Banks
New Delhi, June 30: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is set to issue fresh guidelines for banks to curb the mis-selling of insurance products, IRDAI Chairperson has said. The proposed guidelines aim to strengthen…
India’s Water Sector Poised for INR 20 Lakh Crore Investment by 2030
New Delhi, June 30: India’s growing water deficit is expected to create an investment opportunity of nearly ₹20 lakh crore by 2030, according to a recent report. The report highlights that increasing water demand, rapid urbanisation, industrial…
Toward Riyadh 2027: The World Water Council Builds on the Momentum of the 11th World Water Forum in Jeddah
“We Are Dignity Defenders”—From Jeddah, the World Water Council Reaffirms Its Advocacy for Access to Water as a Prerequisite for Human Dignity, Ahead of the 11th World Water Forum (Riyadh, March 2027) Jeddah, Saudi Arabia —…
Severe Heatwave Disrupts Life Across Europe; Germany Reports Infrastructure Damage
Berlin, June 30: A severe and prolonged heatwave is affecting several parts of Europe, causing widespread disruption to daily life and impacting transport systems, infrastructure, and public services in multiple regions. In Germany, extreme temperatures…
Indian Equity Markets Open Higher Amid Mixed Global Cues
Mumbai, June 30: Indian equity benchmarks opened higher on Monday amid mixed global market signals, reflecting cautious optimism among investors at the start of the trading session. Market participants tracked developments in global equities, commodity…
Fire Breaks Out at Haldia Petrochemicals Pipeline in Purba Medinipur
June 30: A fire broke out at a pipeline of Haldia Petrochemicals in West Bengal’s Purba Medinipur district on Tuesday, prompting an immediate response from emergency services to contain the blaze. According to preliminary reports, fire and safety…
India’s GDP Growth Likely to Reach 7 pc in FY26: Report
June 30: India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow by around 7 per cent in the current financial year, marking an upward revision from earlier estimates, according to a recent report. The improved outlook is attributed to sustained…
Gen Upendra Dwivedi Bids Farewell as Army Chief, Hands Over to Gen Dhiraj Seth
June 30: General Upendra Dwivedi has formally stepped down as the Chief of the Indian Army, bringing to a close a distinguished military career spanning over four decades. On Tuesday, he handed over the command of the Indian Army to General Dhiraj Seth…