Government Approves INR 270 Crore Kavach Deployment on 631 Route km of East Coast Railway
New Delhi, June 22: The Government of India has approved a ₹270 crore project for the deployment of the indigenous train collision avoidance system, Kavach, across 631 route kilometres of the East Coast Railway. The initiative is aimed at significantly…
Aadhaar App Crosses 3.1 Crore Downloads; 40 Lakh Users Update Mobile Numbers
New Delhi, June 22, 2026: The Aadhaar mobile application has recorded over 3.1 crore downloads, highlighting the growing adoption of digital identity services across India. The platform has also facilitated mobile number updates for nearly 40 lakh users,…
Markets End Higher as IT and Pharma Stocks Lift Sensex, Nifty
Mumbai, June 22: Indian equity markets closed higher on the day, driven by strong gains in IT and pharmaceutical stocks, which boosted overall investor sentiment. Benchmark indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 ended in positive territory as buying…
SEBI Simplifies Margin Framework for Commodity Derivatives Supported by Physical Goods
June 22: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has eased margin requirements for commodity derivatives positions that are backed by the early pay-in of underlying goods, a move aimed at improving market efficiency and reducing costs for…
Captain Salima Credits Team’s Determination After India’s Nations Cup Triumph
June 22: India’s women’s hockey team captain Salima Tete has credited the squad’s unwavering focus and determination following the team’s successful campaign at the Nations Cup, saying the players entered the tournament with a…
MSCI Rejig May Drive INR 30,000 Crore Inflows into Indian Equities: Report
June 22: A recent market report indicates that the upcoming MSCI index rejig could result in foreign inflows exceeding ₹30,000 crore into Indian equities, reflecting sustained global investor interest in the country’s financial markets. The…
Odisha CM Announces 40% Hike in Welfare Assistance for Lawyers
Bhubaneswar, June 22 (UDN): In a major relief for the legal fraternity, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved a 40 per cent increase in financial assistance provided under the Odisha State Advocates’ Welfare Fund. Representational image…
Odisha Disburses April–May Pensions to Over 17.6 Lakh Beneficiaries
Bhubaneswar, June 22: The Government of Odisha has released pensions for the months of April and May to over 17.6 lakh beneficiaries, covering nearly 91.5% of eligible recipients under various social security schemes. According to Social Security and…
Assam Products Gain Global Reach, Says Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, June 22: Himanta Biswa Sarma has highlighted the growing global presence of products from Assam, stating that items “made in Assam” are now being enjoyed by consumers across international markets. Speaking on the state’s…
Baba Ramdev Mesmerised by Lord Jagannath’s Darshan at Puri Srimandir
Puri, June 22 (UDN): Renowned yoga guru Baba Ramdev visited the sacred Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri on Sunday and offered prayers to Lord Jagannath on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga. During his visit to the 12th-century shrine, Baba…