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    MAK Lubricants
    28 October 2024

    Introduction MAK Lubricants, a flagship brand of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), is renowned for its trusted lubricants and greases across India and international markets. With over 400 grades catering to automotive and industrial needs, MAK Lubricants emphasizes customer partnership, continuous innovation, and environmental sustainability. Braze to Brilliance MAK Lubricantspositions itself as a premium global lubricant brand known for leveraging…

    Special Branding Feature | Courtesy – Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited | Kolkata Read more
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    Developing and promoting of jute and jute products
    26 October 2024

    What is your assessment on the current situation of Jute industry in India? Reply: Jute Industry is one of the major industries in the eastern region particularly in West Bengal and occupies prime position in Indian economy. Being a sustainable income source for about 4 million farm families in jute agriculture, Jute industry provides direct employment to 4 lakh workers…

    An interview with Shashi Bhushan Singh | Secretary & CEO | National Jute Board Read more
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    Changing landscape towards “Green Mobility” in the automotive sector
    22 October 2024

    With the ever-burgeoning vehicle population, rising need for fossil fuels, and inadequate infrastructure leading to heavy traffic snarls, the need for reshaping mobility is gaining importance. The discussion on Net Zero emissions through a model framework is crucial when the ecosystem for the same is yet to be developed in full. The automotive sector has seen a massive transformation in…

    Marketing Division Head Office | Indian Oil Corporation Limited | Mumbai Read more
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    Pushing the boundaries of responsible mining
    21 October 2024

    As India accelerates toward its vision of becoming a $5 trillion economy by FY28, NMDC Limited stands at the forefront of this transformation. With a legacy rooted in resource exploration and extraction, the company is redefining its role in a rapidly evolving global landscape. NMDC’s 2024 journey highlights its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity—key pillars shaping its ascent as…

    By Vinay Kumar | Director (Technical) | NMDC Limited Read more
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    CIL is central to India’s energy planning and plays a key role in India’s growth story
    19 October 2024

    Formation of CIL With the Government identifying coal as the prime commercial energy source in early the near total notional control of coal mines in India took place in two stages in 1970s. The Coking Coal Mines (Emergency Provisions) Act 1971 was promulgated by Government on 16 October 1971 under which, except the captive mines of IISCO, TISCO, and DVC,…

    By Mukesh Agrawal | Director (Finance) | Coal India Limited Read more
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    Towards Greener Tomorrow
    18 October 2024

    India’s premier Public Sector Enterprise: NLC India Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Coal, has been a pioneer in the energy sector for over six decades. Since its inception in 1956, the company has made significant contributions to lignite and coal production and thermal and renewable energy generation. With its preliminary existence in Tamilnadu, NLC…

    By Prasanna Kumar Motupalli | Chairman & Managing Director | NLC India Limited Read more
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    MDL has a rich heritage of 250 years
    15 October 2024

    What is the main role of MDL in defence sector? Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking, under the administrative control of Ministry of Defence (MoD) is the oldest shipyard in India that started with a small Dry Dock in 1774, incorporated in 1934, and taken over by the Government of India in 1960with the objective to…

    An interview with Sanjeev Singhal | Chairman & Managing Director | Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited Read more
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    Renewable Energy Expansion
    9 September 2024

    Solar PV Projects Commissioned: 13.923 MW To date, DVC has commissioned Solar PV Plants with a total capacity of 13.92 MW. This includes 3.92 MWp of Rooftop Solar (RTS) Plants installed on the rooftops of buildings at DVC Thermal Power Stations and its headquarters in Kolkata. A 10 MW Ground-Mounted Solar PV (GM-SPV) Plant was successfully commissioned & declared COD…

    By S. Suresh Kumar, IAS | Chairman | Damodar Valley Corporation Read more
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    Essential for driving organizational growth
    7 September 2024

    How do you spell ‘HR’? Pls. define HRM and explain its features. Reply: HR is the custodian of people-first strategies. HR is no more the transactional, administrative wing of an organization. Rather, it has transformed into something much more dynamic, leveraging technology to streamline processes and improve employee experiences. It has become a strategic partner in driving organizational success and…

    An interview with Manish Patil | Director (Human Resource) | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited Read more
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    Keeping pace with industry 4.0
    6 September 2024

    Established in 1964, BHEL is one of the largest & oldest engineering and manufacturing enterprises in India in the energy and infrastructure sectors. BHEL has a widespread network of 16 manufacturing facilities, 2 repair units, 8 service centres, 15 Centres of Excellence, 5 specialized institutes for carrying out advanced R&D in various engineering disciplines. BHEL offers one-stop solutions backed by…

    By Jai Prakash Srivastava | Director (Engineering, R&D) | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited Read more
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    Funding Pumped Storage Projects
    5 September 2024

    Background India has fulfilled its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) target of achieving about “40% of installed power capacity from non-fossil based energy resources by 2030”way ahead of time, and is progressively reaching 50% of installed capacity from non-fossil fuel sources. However, the intermittent nature of solar and wind power, and increased focus on grid stability has brought to forefront the…

    By Rajiv Ranjan Jha | Director (Projects) | Power Finance Corporation Limited Read more
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    Emotional Intelligence in the Modern Workplace
    3 September 2024

    Introduction Incident 1: An employee's close family member has just passed away, and she is grieving and emotionally distraught. Her boss, lacking emotional intelligence, coldly approaches the employee and immediately asks about work completion without showing any concern for her emotional state. The boss dismisses the impact of the loss on the employee and emphasizes the importance of work over…

    By Sumoy Kumar Palit | Executive Director (HR), Pipelines Head Office | Indian Oil Corporation Limited Read more
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    BHEL’s contribution towards self-reliant India
    31 October 2023

    Executive Director (Corporate Technology Management) | Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited Established in 1956, BHEL is the largest government-owned power generation equipment manufacturer in India. BHEL has a pan India network of 16 manufacturing facilities, 2 repair units, 8 service centres, 15 centres of excellence, 5 specialized institutes for carrying out advanced R&D in various engineering disciplines and is currently executing…

    By Rajesh Kohli Read more
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    ‘Pehle Indian,Phir Oil’
    28 October 2023

    India is one of the fastest-growing major economy in the world, and as the nation enters the ‘Amrit Kaal’ - the journey towards its centenary as a modern, independent global power of relevance, backed by robust democracy and strong partnerships, it is more than ready to be one of the top three economic powers in the world. Energy, being one…

    By Sukla Mistry | Director (Refineries) | Indian Oil Corporation Limited Read more
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    Affordable Housing for the Weaker Sections
    22 October 2023

    Shelter is a basic human need next only to food and clothing. The global human settlements strategy as envisaged in the Habitat Agenda envisions a world devoid of shortage of shelter. The objective stresses on the participation of various stakeholders and interest groups in the decision making process, co-operation of political, financial and technical functionaries and partnerships among public, private…

    By K. L. Dhingra, Chairman & Managing Director, HUDCO Read more
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    SAIL SeQR: A Brand Story
    21 October 2023

    SAIL launched its Flagship Retail Brand “SAIL-SeQR” Reinforcement Bar in 2019-20. This brand is being promoted as better quality steel for safer homes and is focused on enhancing Retail presence with special emphasis on rural penetration. After the success of “SAIL-SeQR 500D”, a notable addition to SAIL Retail Brand in FY23 has been “SAIL-SeQR 550D” Reinforcement Bars which today constitutes…

    A Special Feature | Courtesy – SAIL Corporate Office | New Delhi Read more
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    Navigating India’s Mineral Frontier with Innovation and Sustainability
    21 October 2023

    NMDC Limited is a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Steel (Government of India) and is the single largest producer of iron ore in India which produces over 40 MTPA of iron ore from its major iron producing units from Bailadila Sector in Chhattisgarh and Donimalai in Bellary-Hospet region in Karnataka. NMDC Ltd., considered to be one of…

    By Vinay Kumar | Director (Technical) | NMDC Limited Read more
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    Global exposure with footprints in more than 80 countries
    20 October 2023

    Telecommunications Consultants India Ltd. (TCIL) is an engineering and consultancy Govt. of India Undertaking established in 1978 under the administrative control of the Department of Telecommunications (DOT), Ministry of Communications, Govt. of India. TCIL is a CMMI Level 3, IS/ISO 9001:2015, 20000-1:2018, 27001:2013 and 14001:2015, 22301:2012, ISO 45001:2018 certified profit making Indian MNC since its inception. TCIL is only Company…

    By A Correspondent | New Delhi | India Read more
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    Warehousing for Everyone, Everywhere
    19 October 2023

    With what objective was CWC set up? To meet changing needs of agriculture, trade, industry and other sectors by providing scientific warehousing and related infrastructural and logistics services. To reduce losses during warehousing, handling and distribution. To be a major player in providing pest control services using environment friendly methods. To plan and diversify across the logistics value chain, through…

    An interview with Amit Kumar Singh | Managing Director | Central Warehousing Corporation Read more
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    Plays a pivotal role in economic development
    17 October 2023

    How is the overall scenario of MSME sector in India? Reply: The micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) sector in India indeed represents a critical segment of the economy, contributing approximately 30% to economic growth. India boasts a staggering count of 633.9 lakh MSMEs, with over 99% classified as micro-enterprises, totaling a remarkable 630.5 lakh enterprises. Small businesses make up…

    An interview with Vipul Goel | Chairman & Managing Director | National Small Industries Corporation Limited Read more
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    Powering a sustainable future
    16 October 2023

    For over six glorious decades, NLC India Ltd has been a forerunner amongst the Public Sector Enterprises in the country, both in the Mining and Energy sectors, contributing to a lion's share in lignite production and a significant share in Thermal and Renewable Energy Generation. NLCIL is a Navratna Government of India Enterprise, under the administrative control of the Ministry…

    By Prasanna Kumar Motupalli | Chairman & Managing Director | NLC India Limited Read more
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    The backbone of economy
    24 October 2022

     The Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector has been globally considered as an engine of economic growth and as a key instrument for promoting equitable development. The major advantage of this sector is its employment generation potential at low capital investment. The intensity of employment generation of this sector is much higher than that of large enterprises. MSMEs constitute…

    A Special Feature | Courtesy – NABARD Head Office | Mumbai Read more
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    Plays a Key Role in Rural Industrialisation
    22 October 2022

    What is the overall scenario in the Khadi and Village Industries in India?The relevance and acceptability of Khadi and Village Industries Programme in the present socio economic scenario of our rural sector is widely accepted and in the rural industrialization process, promotion of Khadi and village industries plays a key role. This is one of the largest decentralized activities aimed…

    Interview with Chinmoy Basu, Chief Executive Officer, KVIC Read more
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    Enhancing India’s International Trade
    22 October 2022

    International trade has become a crucial component in any nation’s economic growth. Globalisation has opened up new opportunities for economic progress in developing countries through greater integration into the world economy. Increased trade has generated gains in productivity and efficiency while overcoming the limitations of resource endowments across nations.The challenge in today’s world therefore is how to manage globalisation by…

    By TC Venkat Subramanian, CMD, Export-Import Bank of India Read more
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    The Overall Scenario in the Country can Presently be Termed as Good
    22 October 2022

    What is the overall scenario of Environment & Forests in India at present? The overall scenario of Environment & Forests in the country can presently be termed as good. The concerns relating to Environment & Forests are well recognised by all concerned including the Government, industry sector and the public at large. Every effort is being made to integrate the…

    Interview with Dr. Prodipto Ghosh, Secretary, Ministry of Environment & Forests Read more
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    Dedicatedly working for Atmanirbhar Bharat
    20 October 2022

    With what objective was BEML set up? Reply: BEML Limited was incorporated on 11th May 1964, under Companies Act 1956, as a Public Ltd Company, which was primarily established as a rail coach manufacturing unit at Bangalore. The Company started its business from January 1st 1965, 100% ownership with Government of India. As a part of Strategic decision, Earth Movers…

    An interview with Amit Banerjee | Chairman & Managing Director | BEML Limited Read more
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    Empowering Communities and Energising Nation
    19 October 2022

    Under the leadership of Hon’ble Minister of Coal, Shri Pralhad Joshi, CCL is committed to fulfil the energy demand of the country and contribute in the Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission of the government. With an operational area of about 2600 sq km stretched across 8 districts of Jharkhand, we are one of the biggest employers of Jharkhand and a leading contributor…

    By P M Prasad | Chairman & Managing Director | Central Coalfields Limited Read more
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    World Class Lubricant since inception
    27 October 2021

    What is your assessment on the current situation of “lubes” industry in India? Reply: Lube Industry is already a very competitive Market and having huge potential in the Indian Market. With advent of vehicles with newer technologies, Lube manufacturing Companies have been working overnight to conform to such Vehicles. Servo being the Market Leader, backed up by ourexperienced R&D team…

    An interview with Pritish Bharat | Executive Director & State Head – West Bengal State Office | Indian Oil Corporation Limited Read more
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    Playing a vital role in meeting India’s energy demand
    27 October 2021

    What is the overall scenario of pipeline industry in India? Reply: Cross-country pipeline networks, preferred as a cost-effective, energy-efficient, safe and environment friendly mode for transportation of crude oil and petroleum products, have been playing a vital role in meeting India’s energy demand. These are a key constituent of the country’s infrastructure, transporting crude oil from import terminals as well…

    An Interview with D. S. Nanaware | Executive Director (Projects) | Pipelines Head Office | Indian Oil Corporation Limited Read more
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    Indian Aviation: Marching ahead
    21 October 2021

    By A Correspondent New Delhi | India The aviation sector in India had witnessed predominant growth since 2014.Indian Aviation had completed double-digit growth in passenger traffic in 2019, which was unprecedented and historical. With this background, the Ministry of Civil Aviation unveiled vision-2040 for aviation in January 2019. The brief of this is: - “India may have around 200 operational…

    By A Correspondent | New Delhi | India Read more
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    CDB Schemes for Prosperity
    18 October 2021

    Coconut Development Board (CDB) implements various schemes like extending technical and financial assistance for expansion of area under coconut supplemented by planting material production programmes and productivity improvement programmes through its Regional Offices, state Centres and DSP Farms located in various states of the country in association with the state Agriculture/ Horticulture Departments, Agriculture/ Horticulture Universities, other related departments and…

    By A Correspondent | Kochi | Kerala Read more
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    Play Based Exploration
    27 October 2020

    Exploring for oil has essentially been about delving into the recesses of an explorationists’ mind to unlock the mysteries of the subsurface. From the earliest forays to a couple of decades back, the era belonged to that of locating large structures. But the law of diminishing returns ensured that the emphasis shifted to subtle traps and stratigraphic entrapments. ONGC, in…

    By Rajesh Kumar Srivastava | Director (Exploration) | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited Read more
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    A Pioneer in Harnessing Renewable Energy
    22 October 2020

    Facilitating Remote Area Development There is wide gap between the demand and supply of power in India. In Addition, a higher dependence on fossil fuels has resulted in considerable environmental and resource degradation, besides increasing the risk of price fluctuation and currency exposure. Taking account of these factors and recognizing renewable energy (RE) sources as the best alternative to conventional…

    By A Special Correspondent Read more
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    Weekend Getaways from Kolkata
    21 October 2020

    BAKRESHWAR: 225 kms from Kolkata & 58 kms from Shantiniketan, Bakreshwar is famous for the hot sulphurous water spring with curative medicinal properties.  It is a Hindu pilgrim centre with Lord Shiva temples. BISHNUPUR: 132 kms from Kolkata, it is a town in Bankura District, which is famous for its terracotta temples, which stand testimony to the exquisite craftsmanship of the artisans of…

    By A Correspondent | Kolkata | West Bengal Read more
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    Outstanding Performance in MSE Lending
    21 October 2020

    Indian economy has been undergoing a consolidated and broad-based recovery process and domestic drivers of growth are robust. The Reserve Bank of India, in its mid quarter monetary policy review announced on 17.3.2011, has projected the GDP growth at 8.6% with an upside bias. Anticipating an improved performance in the farm sector and better performance of the service sector, Indian…

    By D. Sarkar, Executive Director, Allahabad Bank Read more
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    The Wonder Brew from the Wonderland
    16 October 2020

    India Tea can do wonders Set out on a journey to discover the soul of a land that has given the world a ‘wonder brew’ called India Tea. Lose yourself in its rich variants, unique aroma and flavours of the myriad tea plantations. Explore how the ‘two leaves and a bud’, has the power to restore balance, energize and refresh…

    By A Correspondent | Darjeeling | West Bengal Read more
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    The New Road for Art Based Enterprises
    23 October 2019

    Background In India, a large number of MSMEs reside in many cities, small towns and distant villages. The Government of India has set rolling several growth initiatives for the micro, small and medium enterprises by formulating support systems and new policies, few of which are presently functional. However, these MSMEs comprises of an un-organised set of entrepreneurs, who have not…

    By Manoj Lal | General Manager | National Small Industries Corporation Limited Read more
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    Silk Mark: Identifying genuine pure silk Products
    22 October 2019

    The Central Silk Board (CSB), under Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India was established to guide the overall development of the Sericulture Industry in India. In order to safeguard the Silk consumers in particular, a Silk Mark Scheme was launched by Central Silk Board during the year 2004, to provide quality assurance SILK MARK label for genuine natural silk products…

    A Special Feature | Courtesy – Central Silk Board | Bengaluru Read more
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    LOOK THROUGH: Make in India – Defence Sector
    22 October 2019

    Achieving self-reliance and reducing dependence on foreign countries in defence is a necessity today rather than a choice, both for strategic and economic reasons. The Government in the past has created production capabilities in defence in form of Ordnance Factories and Public Sector Undertakings to cater to the requirements of our Armed Forces. However, there is a need to enlarge…

    By Manohar Parrikar Read more
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    New frontiers, new initiatives
    16 October 2019

    Hindustan Aircraft Pvt. Limited was incorporated in December 1940 by the Late Walchand Hirachand in association with the Government of Mysore. It was set up initially in the backdrop of World War-II with the objective of manufacturing certain American aircraft under license and Overhauling of aircraft of the Allied forces. After takeover by the Government of India and certain reorganizations…

    By Arup Chatterjee | Director (Engineering, R&D) | Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Read more
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    Silk Mark: Your assurance of pure silk
    16 October 2019

    SILK – The undisputed Queen of textiles has an aura of glamour like no other. Silk and Fashion compliments each other. Silk is a natural protein fibre & is considered a gift of Nature to mankind due to the high compatibility of the fibre to the human body. India is the only producer of all the four varieties of silk…

    By A Correspondent | Bangalore | Karnataka Read more
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    Exploring Avaition Sector in India – A Deep Probe
    21 October 2018

    Introduction:India is on the verge of growth trajectory. As throughout the globe there has been sharp surge in growth in all fields so also the Indian aviation industry in both its domestic and international arenas concerned. Now my focus is purely on the growth of Indian aviation industry in its domestic arena. Indian aviation industry has its checkered history since…

    By Sujayendra Das. Read more
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    An Indian Perspective
    21 October 2018

    The world’s population crossed the 6 billion mark in the year 1999. Most current estimates suggest that around 2 billion people will be added over the next 30 years with another billion in the following 20 years. Virtually all this increase will be in the developing countries with the bulk in the urban areas. The core challenge for development is…

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    Bank @ Doorstep
    19 October 2018

    What is the Vision and Mission of IPPB? To build the most accessible, affordable and trusted bank for the common man. To spearhead the financial inclusion agenda by removing the barriers for the        unbanked and under banked population. What is the role of Government in IPPB? IPPB has been set up under the Department of Posts, Ministry of     Communications, with…

    An interview with A N Nanda | Secretary | Department of Posts | Ministry of Communications | Govt. of India Read more
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    Significant progress in Foreign Tourist Arrivals
    18 October 2018

    What is your assessment of the current situation in the tourism sector in India? Reply: The number of Foreign Tourist Arrivals in India during January – August 2018 were 6.75 million (provisional) registering growth of 7.5% over same period of 2017. How do you view the Indian tourism sector’s significant progress since independence? Reply: The Ministry of Tourism has initiated…

    An interview with Rashmi Verma | Secretary | Ministry of Tourism | Govt. of India Read more
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    Opportunities and Prospects
    16 October 2018

    Introduction Though the agriculture sector in India is in distress, there is no doubt that the dynamics of the sector is changing. However, the rural non-farm sector has become an increasingly important source of employment, given the vulnerability of agricultural activities to the natural disasters, global warming and climate change effects. There is diversification of sources of income among rural…

    By Dr. K G Karmakar | Ex-Managing Director | NABARD Read more
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    Attract younger generation towards silk industry
    16 October 2018

    With what objective was CSB set up? CSB was set up with the following core objectives: Make continuous efforts in Research and Development and Technology Transfer in sericulture To create greater opportunities for gainful employment and improved levels of income in sericulture through spread of scientific sericulture practices To improve productivity in all stages of silk production Strengthen levels of…

    An interview with Rajit Ranjan Okhandiar | Member Secretary & CEO | Central Silk Board Read more
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    Shri T S C Bosh assumes charge as Director (Projects), REC Limited
    15 October 2018

    Shri T S C Bosh has assumed charge as Director (Projects), REC Limited on 3rd October 2025. Ministry of Power issued an order in this regard following approval of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) on 1st October 2025. With over 35 years of extensive experience in Power Sector, Shri Bosh has held several key leadership positions, including serving…

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    B. SAIRAM to be next CMD of Coal India Limited
    15 October 2018

    Mr. B. Sairam, current CMD of the CIL’s subsidiary – Northern Coalfields limited (NCL) is set to be the next CMD of the coal giant Coal India Limited after retirement of present CMD, Mr. P. M. Prasad, who will be superannuated from this post on 31/10/2025. Mr. S. Sairam has been selected by the PSEB (Public Enterprise Selection Board).  

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    Anil Kumar Singh will take the charges of Director (Commercial), NALCO
    15 October 2018

    Head hunter PSEB (Public Enterprise Selection Board) has selected Shri Anil Kumar Singh as the Director (Commercial) of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO). Shri Singh is presently working as a General Manager in another PSU Hindustan Copper Limited. PESB recommended his name after interviewing eleven candidates from different public sector organisation.

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    REC Foundation Commits ₹1.68 Crore under CSR to Deploy 3 Mobile Medical Units in Jharkhand
    15 October 2018

    Reaffirming its commitment to making healthcare accessible to the last mile, REC Limited, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) through its CSR arm — REC Foundation — with Vikas Bharti Bishunpur to strengthen primary healthcare delivery across Jharkhand. Under the agreement, REC Foundation has committed ₹1.68 crore towards…

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    Engineers India Limited
    27 October 2017

    Introduction Engineers  India  Limited  (EIL)  was  founded  in  1965  to  provide  ‘Indian  capability  for  refinery design & engineering’ and related technical services to hydrocarbon industry. Today EIL is one of India’s leading Engineering Consultancy and EPC companies in Hydrocarbons and Petrochemicals with over five decades of experience on landmark projects with global energy majors and with a significant track record…

    By Ajay N Deshpande | Director (Technical) | Engineers India Limited Read more
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    Towards Rejuvenation
    24 October 2017

    KIOCL Limited, a flagship company under the Ministry of Steel, Govt. of India having its corporate office at Bangalore was formed on 2nd April 1976 for Mining & Beneficiation of low grade Iron Ore at Kudremukh, Karnataka.    KIOCL being an eco friendly socially responsible Corporate, Strengthening the Nation through Iron foundation with a brand for quality and expertise has…

    By Malay Chatterjee | Chairman & Managing Director | KIOCL Limited Read more
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    Crop Insurance as Safety Net for Farmers
    21 October 2017

    Indian agricultural sector is largely dependant on vagaries of the monsoons which are erratic and uneven causing fluctuations in yield, thus farmers are invariably exposed to the risk of insecurity.  In this situation, farmers need security net. In India, the risk and insurance needs vary across agro-climatic zones as well as socio-economic conditions of farmers. Agriculture Insurance Company of India (AIC) was…

    By Milind Kharat, CMD, Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd. Read more
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    Challenges in Rural Credit
    21 October 2017

    IntroductionThe National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is a unique development financial institution, set up by an Act of Parliament in 1981 for bringing about integrated rural development. Owned jointly by the Reserve Bank of India and the Central Government, it is entrusted with agricultural credit responsibilities, and developmental activities besides supervisory role over rural financial institutions (RFIs).…

    Dr. K. G. Karmakar, Managing Director, NABARD Read more
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    The Act East Policy and the Economy of East and North East
    19 October 2017

    The economic activities of East and North East comprising 12 Indian states with a population of around …… has remained largely confined within the Indian borders, except for trade with the immediate neighbouring countries of Bangladesh and Myanmar. Despite quite a few advantages which the region posses, the growth rate has been much below the growth achieved by the rest…

    By Debasish Mallick | Deputy Managing Director | Export-Import Bank of India Read more
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    Offering customized products for various activities and Industries
    18 October 2017

    How has Bank of Baroda progressed in terms of setting up new branches? Reply: As at the end of Dec 2016, our Bank has a domestic network of 5382 Branches spread across length and breadth of the country. Since FY 2012-13, the Bank has opened 1525 domestic Branches in States & UT. Our Bank also has extensive International presence in…

    An interview with Mayank K Mehta | Executive Director | Bank of Baroda Read more
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    Creating insurance awareness among the community
    18 October 2017

    With what objective was “SBI Life” set up? Reply: SBI Life was set up in March 2001 with a vision to be the most trusted and preferred life insurance provider. We were formed with the objective of catering to the insurance needs of every insurable person in the society and extending to him or his beneficiaries, adequate financial support post…

    An interview with Arijit Basu | Managing Director & CEO | SBI Life Insurance Company Limited Read more
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    Indian Jute: The Golden Fibre
    30 June 2017

    Jute is one of the oldest sectors in India’s agricultural and industrial economy with a significant base in Eastern and North-eastern states of the country. Jute has several socio-economic and environmental related advantages. These are – Jute, being a natural fibre, is biodegradable and eco-friendly in nature; Jute fibre is generally less susceptible to microbial damage due to cross linkage…

    By A Correspondent Kolkata | West Bengal Read more