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• Coal India Makes Radical Shift to Smart Mining Operations
  
  Government-owned mining giant Coal India Ltd (CIL) has driven a strategic shift towards modernising both underground (UG) and open-cast (OC) operations for greater efficiency, safety and sustainability. It has rapidly moved away from the conventional mining technology and...
• Bengal govt withdraws Akshaya Patra Foundation's approval to serve Mid-Day Meals in 4 districts
  
  The Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari-led West Bengal government, has withdrawn approval given to Akshaya Patra Foundation, an arm of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), to serve Mid-Day Meals at state-run schools in four districts.The four districts...
• Three-day World Circular Economy Forum 2026 to begin in Gandhinagar today
  
  The World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2026 will begin in Gandhinagar on Tuesday to showcase India's initiatives for promoting circularity and enhancing international cooperation, an official said.The forum, to be organised under the theme 'Circular Economy: Transition for...
• Delhi HC dismisses Vimal Elaichi's plea over Maharashtra FDA notices
  
  The Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea filed by PB Agro, the company associated with Vimal Elaichi, challenging show-cause notices issued by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over an alleged...
• CMRL-Exalogic Case: Reports Say Veena's Diary Has 'hawala' Details, Riyas Trashes Claims
  
  The Enforcement Directorate's latest revelations in the CMRL-Exalogic case, that surfaced in the media on Tuesday, showing some purported documents allegedly containing pages of a diary linked to Veena Vijayan, rattled the CPI(M), which is holding a three-day convention in...
• DRI seizes gold worth Rs 3 crore at Mumbai airport, four arrested
  
  In continuation of its operation against smuggling of precious metals, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized gold dust worth over Rs five crore and arrested four people, including two staffers, from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in...
• As Centre seeks clarity on PM SHRI implementation, Kerala govt goes in huddle
  
  The controversial PM SHRI scheme is back on the table in Kerala, with the Centre writing to the state government for the second time, seeking clarity on its implementation.General Education Minister N. Shamsuddeen confirmed that the Centre's fresh letter has been received...
• Tezpur University Students Seek Centre's Intervention, Demand Probe Report to Be Made Public
  
  Students and research scholars of Tezpur University have sought the intervention of the Union Ministry of Education over the alleged delay in making public the findings of a statutory enquiry into the affairs of the central university, officials said on Friday.The students...
• 6 High-growth Sectors to Drive India's New Industrial Revolution: Jefferies
  
  As India charts its journey towards becoming a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, global investment bank Jefferies has highlighted what it calls "India's New Industrial Revolution", driven by a large domestic market, rising private-sector participation and sustained policy support...
• Cabinet Greenlights 3 Railways Projects Worth RS 10,783 Crore Covering 14 Districts
  
  In a bid to significantly enhance mobility, operational efficiency, and service reliability for Indian Railways, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved three multi-tracking projects worth Rs 10,783...
• 'Ballari Chalo' Enters Final Leg: Karnataka BJP Chief Says It Will Be Turning Point in State Politics
  
  The 10-day 'Ballari Chalo' padayatra by Karnataka BJP unit is heading for its final day tomorrow (September 10), with the march progressing towards Ballari for the conclusion and a massive convention.Today's programme began with State BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra...
• State Cabinet okays Rs 4,250 crore 'PRAGATI' project to modernise Maharashtra's healthcare infrastructure
  
  In a major push to make Maharashtra's public healthcare system more robust, accessible, high-quality, and technology-driven, the State Cabinet on Tuesday approved the ambitious state-level public health reform initiative titled PRAGATI (Primary Healthcare Reimagined with...
• Major Fire Erupts at Surat Textile Market; over 20 Fire Tenders Deployed, No Casualties Reported
  
  A major fire broke out at the Shyam Sangini Textile Market in the Saroli area of Surat early Wednesday, prompting the deployment of around 20-22 fire brigade vehicles as firefighters battled intense flames and dense smoke spreading across the upper floors of the market,...
• Adani Airports to Raise RS 9,825 Crore from Global Investors to Scale Infrastructure
  
  Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) on Wednesday announced to raise Rs 9,825 crore ($1 billion) of primary equity capital from a consortium of global investors, which represents one of the largest primary equity investments from financial institutions in India's airport...
• Heatwave Pushes Kerala into Power Crisis, Restrictions Likely
  
  Kerala is facing a double blow of scorching heat and an escalating power crisis, with temperatures expected to remain 3 to 4 degrees Celsius above normal for another day and electricity restrictions likely to continue in several areas.The state recorded a maximum...
• Why ISI's new honey-trap game employs psychologists to lure targets
  
  The number of honey-trap cases reported in India over the last few years has been growing, despite advisories and warnings, as several officials continue to fall prey to these networks.An official said that Pakistan's ISI, which runs these networks, has appointed scores of...
• CM Shivakumar Interacts with Farmers & Traders in Surprise Visit to Yeshwanthpur APMC Market
  
  Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar made a surprise early-morning visit to the Yeshwanthpur APMC market here on Tuesday and interacted with farmers, traders and vendors to understand the problems they face.During his visit, Shivakumar personally enquired with farmers...
• Odisha Steps up Crackdown on Fertiliser Black Marketing, Raids 11,684 Shops
  
  The Odisha government has intensified its crackdown on black marketing and hoarding of fertilisers during the ongoing Kharif 2026-27 season, conducting over 11,600 raids and taking penal action against hundreds of corrupt dealers across the state, said an official.The state...
• Adani Ports Handles Record 50 MMT Cargo in August, Logs 19 PC Growth
  
  Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) handled a record 50 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo in August 2026, an increase of 19 per cent year-on-year, the company said on Wednesday.The monthly cargo volume was the highest ever handled by APSEZ and reflected...
• PM Modi to Address Jal Shakti Summit in Delhi Today, Push 'Team India' Approach
  
  Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the valedictory session of the Departmental Summit of the Ministry of Jal Shakti on Wednesday in New Delhi, with the event focusing on strengthening the spirit of 'Team India', deepening cooperative federalism and promoting...
• With 19 airports, Gujarat steps up aviation infrastructure push: CM Patel
  
  The launch of international hub-and-spoke flight services from Ahmedabad will give international travellers from Gujarat direct benefits in terms of convenience, while passengers from smaller cities will be spared repeated boarding, customs and immigration procedures, Chief...
• AI-171 probe in final stage, report being finalised under international rules: Ram Mohan Naidu
  
  The investigation into the June 2025 Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad has reached its final stage and the final report is expected soon, Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu said.Minister Naidu on Tuesday added that the Aircraft Accident Investigation...
• Recruitment for vacancies in tribal areas must be completed within 6 months: CM Fadnavis
  
  Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday directed that detailed information regarding employees working in supernumerary posts across various government departments, along with the details of the corresponding original vacant posts, must be submitted within...
• India Can Adjust to Changes in Global Economy Sans Hurting Its Own Growth: FM Sitharaman
  
  India has shown that it can adjust to changes in the global economy without allowing its growth to be derailed, Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman has said while acknowledging the country's dependence on imported energy and fertilisers.In an...
• UPI transactions surge by 20 pc to Rs 29.82 lakh crore in August
  
  The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transaction volumes went up 22 per cent (year-on-year) to 24.51 billion in the month of August, while UPI transaction value surged 20 per cent to Rs 29.82 lakh crore last month, according to data released by the National Payments...

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