Saturday 21st February 2026

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ACC Grants Apex Pay Scale to DG NSG B Srinivasan and IB Special Director Sapna Tewari

Feb 8th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the proposal of the Ministry of Home Affairs to grant the Apex Pay Scale (Level-17 in the pay matrix) to two senior IPS officers with immediate effect. According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training on February
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REC, PFC Boards Give In-Principle Nod for Merger; Merged Entity to Remain Government Company

Feb 7th, 2026 | By

The Boards of Directors of REC Limited and Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC) have accorded in-principle approval to proceed with a proposed merger of the two public sector non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), in line with the announcement made in the Union Budget 2026–27 to enhance scale and efficiency in the sector. In her Budget speech,
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NSE Strengthens IPO Governance, Clears Path for Coal Exchange Venture

Feb 6th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has taken significant steps to strengthen its institutional framework and expand its business footprint, with key decisions aimed at enhancing transparency in its long-awaited Initial Public Offering (IPO) and entering the emerging coal trading ecosystem. In a major move towards improving IPO governance, NSE has
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India Energy Stack (IES) Taskforce releases version 0.3 Strategy and Architecture Documents

Feb 6th, 2026 | By

The Ministry of Power today announced the release of Version 0.3 of the India Energy Stack (IES) Architecture and Strategy documents, marking another step in the development of a digital public infrastructure for India’s power sector. The India Energy Stack aims to create a common digital framework that helps different stakeholders — including utilities, system
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Hindustan Copper’s 9-month PAT soars by 71%

Feb 6th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| Kolkata, 05.02.2026 |The Board of Directors of Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a Schedule ‘A’ Mini-Ratna, Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the administrative control of the Ministry of Mines, in its 459th meeting held in Kolkata today has approved the Financial Results for the third quarter ending December 2025.
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Odisha Government Effects Major IAS Reshuffle, Assigns Key Administrative Responsibilities

Feb 5th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has issued a series of notifications effecting a major reshuffle and fresh postings of Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers across key departments and public sector institutions. Rashmita Panda, Director, Employment-cum-CEO, Odisha Skill Development Authority, with additional charge of CEO, Odisha Remote Sensing Application Centre and
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PESB Invites Applications for CMD Post of SAIL

Feb 5th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA| The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has invited applications for the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL). Eligible and experienced candidates from eligible sectors may apply for the prestigious position through the PESB portal. The last date for submission of applications is
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President Launches NTPC’s Major CSR Initiatives in Odisha, Strengthening Sports and Culture

Feb 5th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| The President of India laid the foundation stone of two flagship CSR initiatives of NTPC Limited at Rairangpur in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, on 4th February 2026. These include a 1000-seater Assembly Hall-cum-Cultural Centre and the establishment of an Archery Centre at Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj. The Assembly Hall-cum-Cultural Centre, to be developed
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NBCC Signs Agreement with Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan for PAN India Construction and Renovation Projects

Feb 5th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| NBCC (India) Limited signed an agreement with Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) on 02 February 2026 for undertaking construction, replacement, renovation, and repair works of Kendriya Vidyalayas across PAN India. The agreement marks a significant step towards strengthening and modernizing educational infrastructure in the country. Under the agreement, NBCC will provide
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Clarification regarding LCA Mk1A Deliveries

Feb 5th, 2026 | By

By THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| HAL confirms that five aircraft are fully ready for delivery, incorporating major contracted capabilities in accordance with the agreed specifications. An additional nine aircraft have already been built and flown. Upon receipt of engines from GE, these aircraft will be made ready for delivery. All design and development issues identified
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