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BHEL : Revitalizing India’s Infrastructure through Innovation and Diversification
An Interview with Bani Varma | Director (Industrial System & Products) | BHEL - 20 January 2026

Introduction Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) is a leading company in the Capital Goods sector, proudly contributing to the Make in India initiative since 1964. Serving both domestic and international markets, BHEL operates across the power and industrial sectors, offering comprehensive solutions, in thermal, hydro, gas, nuclear, solar, rail transportation, defence & aerospace, oil & gas, and other core sectors. As India’s infrastructure landscape undergoes rapid transformation, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), the country’s premier engineering and manufacturing enterprise, stands at the forefront of change. Once synonymous solely with power, BHEL is now redefining its identity through diversification into transportation,…

NJB : Indian Jute – The Golden fibre for Connoisseurs’ choice 
An Interview with Shashi Bhushan Singh | Secretary | National Jute Board - 13 January 2026

Could you share your experience in National Jute Board that has influenced sector’s growth? Jute is the livelihood of more than 40 lakh farm families and 5 lakh Industry workers in Mills and MSME Sector. National Jute Board, set up under NJB Act 2008 has the mandate to promote jute sector in Agriculture, Manufacture and Market Promotion of jute and jute products. Towards this, NJB has been vigorously implementing approved schemes and activities for overall development of jute sector. How is the National Jute Board balancing the Sector’s traditional Jute Packaging products with the push for sustainability in diversification and…

ALLAHABAD BANK : Outstanding Performance in MSE Lending
By D. Sarkar, Executive Director, Allahabad Bank - 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 economy is all set to step into the next fiscal.Global Financial ScenarioThe global economic scenario is an admixture of reviving growth in emerging market economies (EMEs) and Inflationary pressures in EMEs, especially in the Euro zone and the UK. The…

Coal India Limited : From Black Diamond to Green Horizon: CIL’s Innovation-Led Energy Transition
By Achyut Ghatak | Director (Technical) | Coal India Limited - 10 January 2026

The global conversation on energy transition often falls into a simplistic binary: fossil fuels versus renewables. For a rapidly developing country like India, the reality is far more complex. The nation must navigate the “Energy Trilemma” of security, affordability, and sustainability while sustaining high economic growth and improving quality of life for millions. Coal India Limited (CIL), as the primary supplier of India’s coal, stands at the centre of this journey. The company is not only the custodian of the country’s dominant energy source but also an architect of a transition that must power India today while building the foundations…

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited : MDL has a rich heritage of 250 years
An interview with Sanjeev Singhal | Chairman & Managing Director | Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited - 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 cater to the needs of the nation’s strategic defence requirements. After its takeover by the Government in 1960, MDL became a leading Warship and Submarine building yard in India, producing State-of-the-Art Sophisticated Warships and Submarines for Indian Navy (IN). MDL…

BHEL : Revitalizing India’s Infrastructure through Innovation and Diversification
An Interview with Bani Varma | Director (Industrial System & Products) | BHEL - 20 January 2026

Introduction Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) is a leading company in the Capital Goods sector, proudly contributing to the Make in India initiative since 1964. Serving both domestic and international markets, BHEL operates across the power and industrial sectors, offering comprehensive solutions, in thermal, hydro, gas, nuclear, solar, rail transportation, defence & aerospace, oil & gas, and other core sectors. As India’s infrastructure landscape undergoes rapid transformation, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), the country’s premier engineering and manufacturing enterprise, stands at the forefront of change. Once synonymous solely with power, BHEL is now redefining its identity through diversification into transportation,…

ENVIRONMENT & FOREST : The Overall Scenario in the Country can Presently be Termed as Good
Interview with Dr. Prodipto Ghosh, Secretary, Ministry of Environment & Forests - 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 environmental concerns into the developmental process and address them suitably so as to minimise the adverse impacts on environment. The 2003 assessment shows that forests cover (20.64%) and tree cover (3.04%) together constitute 23.68% of the country’s geographic area. At…

EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF INDIA : Enhancing India’s International Trade
By TC Venkat Subramanian, CMD, Export-Import Bank of India - 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 designing an institutional mechanism, which ensures that a country can seize new opportunities created by globalisation. It is this objective that is subserved by Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank), which was established as a statutory apex financial institution in…

HUDCO Financing India’s Urban Future : HUDCO’s Expanding Role in Empowering ULBs
By M. Nagaraj | Director (Corporate Planning) | HUDCO - 19 January 2026

Urbanising India As India experiences one of the fastest rates of urbanisation in the world, its cities have become engines of economic activity and social transformation. Yet, this rapid growth places unprecedented pressure on Urban Local Bodies (ULBs)—the municipal institutions responsible for delivering water supply, sanitation, solid waste management, roads, health, education, and other critical services. While expectations from ULBs continue to rise, their financial capacities have not kept pace. The National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) estimates that India requires over Rs. 111 trillion in urban infrastructure investments over the 6-years period of 2019-20 to 2024-25 - a staggering figure that…

Human Resource Management : Essential for driving organizational growth
An interview with Manish Patil | Director (Human Resource) | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited - 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 fostering a thriving culture. Human Resource Management (HRM) refers to the strategic approach of managing, nurturing and enabling people in an organization. Strategic in the sense that from recruitment till separation, efforts of HR are focused on organizational growth in…

Steel Authority of India Limited : SAIL SeQR: A Brand Story
A Special Feature | Courtesy – SAIL Corporate Office | New Delhi - 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 approx 80% of the total “SAIL-SeQR” sales. SAIL-SeQR Reinforcement Bars possess the unique combination of High Strength and High Ductility that surpasses the minimum specified level of BIS. Other key features are High Bond Strength, High Earthquake Resistance, Superior bend…

CWC : Powering India’s Logistics Transformation
By Santosh Sinha | Managing Director | Central Warehousing Corporation - 8 January 2026

When I reflect on the journey of the Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC), I am filled with deep pride and gratitude. What began in 1957 as a modest initiative of the Government of India under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has today grown into a national institution that symbolizes trust, scale, and innovation. Entrusted with the crucial responsibility of strengthening agricultural marketing and ensuring food security in the early years of our independence, CWC has since become a vital force in India’s logistics and supply chain evolution. From storing harvests in the fields to managing containerized cargo…

MSME Sector : Plays a pivotal role in economic development
An interview with Vipul Goel | Chairman & Managing Director | National Small Industries Corporation Limited - 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 0.5% of all MSMEs, totaling 3.3 lakh, while medium-sized enterprises constitute merely 0.01%, amounting to 0.05 lakh. The rural landscape hosts a significant majority with 324.9 lakh businesses, slightly outweighing the 309 lakh MSMEs nestled within urban areas. Acknowledged as…

ONGC : One of the largest E&P companies in Asia
An Interview with Vikram Saxena | Director (T & FS) | Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited - 24 December 2025

With what objective was ONGC set up? Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) was established in 1956 to give India a home-grown capability in exploring and producing hydrocarbons, rather than depending on foreign firms. The aim was to establish domestic production of crude oil and natural gas, strengthen national energy security, and develop the technical and institutional foundation needed for India’s long-term economic growth. It was also tasked with creating technical expertise, building national infrastructure and supporting India’s long-term economic growth. Its objective was to create a strong, self-reliant upstream industry by conducting systematic geological surveys, exploration and drilling across…

India Post Payments Bank : Easy, affordable and trustworthy banking
An Interview with R. Viswesvaran | Managing Director & CEO | India Post Payments Bank - 27 December 2025

What is the objective of IPPB and why was it established? IPPB was created with a simple but powerful purpose: to take formal banking to every household in India, especially those who had remained outside the financial system. The idea was to use the vast reach and deep community connects of the postal network to make banking easy, affordable and trustworthy. With more than 1.65 lakh Post Offices and a postman who knows every home, the government saw a unique opportunity to deliver modern banking literally at people’s doorsteps. Whether it's savings, DBT transfers or digital payments, IPPB was set…

NTPC : 50 Years of Infinite Possibilities for India
Write-up Courtesy NTPC Limited | New Delhi - 17 January 2026

With a steadfast commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, NTPC aligns its vision with India’s growth, championing the journey towards clean power for all and a Viksit Bharat by 2047 On 7th November 2024, NTPC celebrated a momentous milestone its 50th Raising Day_ marking five decades of steadfast dedication and commitment to fuelling India’s energy aspirations. Over the past fifty years, NTPC has illuminated every corner of the country, leaving behind a legacy of progress and empowerment. From its humble beginnings with a single thermal power plant, NTPC has evolved as India’s largest integrated energy company and one of the…

Tourism : Weekend Getaways from Kolkata
By A Correspondent | Kolkata | West Bengal - 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 the region. It is also famous for Bishnupuriya Raslila and Balucheri sarees. DIGHA: 185 kms from Kolkata, it is one of the finest beaches in India which is partly lined with casuarinas. Digha is very much sunny & charming. JHARGRAM: 181 kms from…