Wednesday 19th August 2026

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MMDR Amendment Act, 2026: Recasting India’s Mineral Governance Framework

Aug 19th, 2026 | By

Article The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 represents a landmark reform in India’s mineral governance under the MMDR Act, 1957. Passed by the Lok Sabha on 12 August and the Rajya Sabha on 13 August 2026, the legislation seeks to combine fiscal predictability with stronger national oversight of mineral resources. At
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Major Delhi Police Reshuffle: LG Orders Transfer and Posting of 43 Officers

Aug 19th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM|The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, based on recommendations from the Police Establishment Board, has ordered the immediate transfer and posting of 43 senior IPS and DANIPS officers. This major administrative reshuffle aims to optimize law enforcement efficiency, strengthen administrative operations, and streamline public safety management across various divisions and districts in
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A. Shiyas Appointed Inspector General in BSF on Deputation

Aug 18th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM|A. Shiyas, IPS (MP:2008), has been appointed as Inspector General in the Border Security Force (BSF) on deputation basis. The competent authority has approved his appointment under the usual terms and conditions governing central deputation. Following the order, the concerned authorities have been requested to relieve Shiyas immediately to enable him
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Gujarat Positions Itself as a Strategic Partner in Future Technologies During US Outreach

Aug 18th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDI.COM : Gujarat is strengthening its global positioning as a preferred destination for advanced technology, innovation and high-value manufacturing, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel leading an intensive industry outreach programme during his visit to the United States. On the second day of the US visit, Patel and the Gujarat delegation held
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New Momentum for Dairy Development in Surguja-Bastar

Aug 18th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM|Chief Secretary Vikas Sheel’s focused approach puts milk producers, women and rural livelihoods at the heart of dairy development Chhattisgarh is giving fresh momentum to dairy development with a clear focus on improving the incomes of milk producers, expanding women’s participation and building a stronger milk collection and marketing ecosystem across
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Himachal Pradesh Government Moves to Rationalise Administrative Positions

Aug 17th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| The Himachal Pradesh government is set to undertake a major restructuring of its administrative machinery by reducing the number of sanctioned positions across the IAS, IFS and IPS cadres. The move is aimed at ensuring better utilisation of officers and aligning the administrative structure with the actual workload and requirements
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Towards Probity for Prosperity—SECL Launches Three-Month Preventive Vigilance Campaign

Aug 17th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM|CMD Harish Duhan inaugurates the campaign; CIL CVO Shri Brajesh Kumar Tripathi joins as Guest of Honour through video conferencing South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) launched a three-month Preventive Vigilance Campaign at its Headquarters in Bilaspur today, in accordance with the directives of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), New Delhi. The
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India Appoints New Ambassadors to Switzerland and Iraq

Aug 17th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM|The Government of India has announced two key diplomatic appointments, reflecting a strategic reshuffle of its foreign service leadership. Soumendu Bagchi, currently Ambassador to Iraq, has been appointed Ambassador to Switzerland, while Ajay A. Kumar, presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry, will succeed him as Ambassador to Iraq. The appointments strengthen
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Building a Healthier Viksit Bharat: Chhattisgarh Governor flags off Six REC-supported MMUs worth ₹7.21 Crore

Aug 17th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| Under the CSR initiative of REC Limited, Governor of Chhattisgarh, Ramen Deka, flagged off six Mobile Medical Units (MMUs), worth Rs.7.21 Crore, at Lok Bhawan, Chhattisgarh, on August 15, 2026. The flag-off ceremony was held in the presence of Satyaban Sahoo, Chief Project Manager (CPM), Regional Office Raipur, REC Limited,
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BJP National President Nitin Nabin Announces New Central Office Bearers

Aug 17th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM|Bharatiya Janata Party National President Nitin Nabin has announced a major organizational restructuring, appointing key national office bearers across various posts. These new leadership appointments across state units and central coordination roles come into effect immediately to strengthen party administration and operational outreach nationwide. National Vice Presidents Smt. Vasundhara Raje Scindia:
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